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Studio 540 Jiu Jitsu
5 ★★★★★ 43 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Solana Beach, California
Plan your first class
- Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth muay thai classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Private lessons private, one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Fitness & conditioning muay thai fitness and cardio classes — a serious workout you can do without ever having to spar
- Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule studio540.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 858-792-7776
Hours
| Monday | 7 am–7:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 7 am–7:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 7 am–7:30 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am–7:30 pm |
| Friday | 7 am–7:30 pm |
| Saturday | 11 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | 10–11:30 am |
The classes they run
“The instructors are great and there are a variety of classes for our younger children.”
“The vibe is super chill and they have kids/teens classes.”
“I visited Studio 540 from out of town for a private lesson and got some truly spectacular instruction.”
“This place is pure magic: incredibly competent, warm people; impeccable facility; awesome students and a great general vibe.”
“Great place to learn martial arts, get in shape, or get competition ready.”
Other martial arts here
“They offer a wide variety of different techniques (BJJ, Judo, Muay Thai, etc), and have a great amount of class time offerings that can fit any schedule.”
“They offer a wide variety of different techniques (BJJ, Judo, Muay Thai, etc), and have a great amount of class time offerings that can fit any schedule.”
What members say
“Along with being a great gym with great instructors, it's one of the nicest facilities I've ever visited.”
“All the people there are so friendly and welcoming and make absolutely amazing training partners.”
“All the people there are so friendly and welcoming and make absolutely amazing training partners.”
“The level of instruction is world-class and the community is impeccable; I’ve formed friendships with some of the kindest, conscientious people a person could meet.”
“This place is pure magic: incredibly competent, warm people; impeccable facility; awesome students and a great general vibe.”
“the gym cleanliness is immaculat, they have amazing showers which helps me fit the classes into my busy work schedule.”
From the reviews
This is a hidden gem in Solana Beach. I’ve been coming here for about 3 years and this academy has consistently been an amazing facility to train at. The level of instruction is world-class and the community is impeccable; I’ve formed friendships with some of the kindest, conscientious people a person could meet.
Very welcoming atmosphere, especially to travelers. I did a drop in noon class. I had the pleasure of seeing Rob( the owner) teach his take on mount attacks. I enjoyed his teaching style and overall vibe of the gym. He is very friendly and approachable.
Highly recommend this place. The level of instruction is world class and the culture/environment is very chill. They got something for everyone here. If you want to turn it up a bit and go hard there will be someone happy to accommodate and if you feel like just flowing around and going light you can do that too.
The best jiu jitsu studio I have trained at. the gym cleanliness is immaculat, they have amazing showers which helps me fit the classes into my busy work schedule. There is always multiple black belts at each class. The jiu jitsu is top class.
New to muay thai? Start at Studio 540 Jiu Jitsu
Studio 540 Jiu Jitsu comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. If you've never thrown a punch or a kick, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale the conditioning to you. Second, you won't be thrown into sparring — reputable gyms build fundamentals (stance, footwork, and the basic strikes of the "art of eight limbs") for weeks before any contact, and sparring stays optional. Third, all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first muay thai class at Studio 540 Jiu Jitsu
Nervous about walking into a muay thai gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling the basics on pads and bags — not fighting. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: shorts or athletic wear and a t-shirt; you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and hand wraps if you have them — many gyms lend gloves for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gloves, wraps, a mouthguard, and shin guards. Sparring is optional and comes later, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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