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Valiant Training Center
4.7 ★★★★★ 46 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Santee, 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
- Drop-ins drop-ins run around $99 — many gyms also offer monthly memberships and a discounted first session, so ask about new-member rates
- 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 (ages 10–13) — 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
- Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule valianttc.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 619-499-0522
Hours
| Monday | 9 am–12 pm, 3–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 9 am–12 pm, 3–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 9 am–12 pm, 3–9 pm |
| Thursday | 9 am–12 pm, 3–9 pm |
| Friday | 9 am–12 pm, 3–7:30 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–2 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“If your looking for a new gym as a beginner, a experienced athlete or anything in between I’d highly recommend checking out valiant training center.”
“This place was a huge part of my childhood, thanks coaches for helping me become who I am today !”
“My husband and I signed up for personal training and we’ve made through our first four lessons, so far so good!”
“Even with my background as a fighter and coach, I’m constantly learning and being challenged here.”
Other martial arts here
“I managed to do 2 training sessions in one day (kickboxing and no-gi BJJ).”
“I managed to do 2 training sessions in one day (kickboxing and no-gi BJJ).”
“So the gym used to be Alliance MMA East and is NOW Valiant Training Center.”
What members say
“Great coaching staff and everyone was very respectful to each other 10/10 would recommend!”
“If your looking for a new gym as a beginner, a experienced athlete or anything in between I’d highly recommend checking out valiant training center.”
“It’s as if Kim hand picked each and every one of them special just for my family knowing we would walk in the door one day.”
“As a former world champion kickboxer and experienced coach, I’ve trained in a lot of gyms over the years—and I can honestly say Valiant Training Center stands out.”
“Even with my background as a fighter and coach, I’m constantly learning and being challenged here.”
“The atmosphere is positive, respectful, and focused on progress—which is exactly what any great gym should be.”
From the reviews
Get ready to feel accomplished after your first workout. My husband and I signed up for personal training and we’ve made through our first four lessons, so far so good! We’re already feeling progress. Coaches Kim and Jeff are amazing and practice what they preach.
I'm pretty new at valiant training center. They're very nice. They teach very well and I love being there. They are very into getting you in shape and making you a good martial artist. I recommend them for anyone who wants to learn any form of fighting
As a former world champion kickboxer and experienced coach, I’ve trained in a lot of gyms over the years—and I can honestly say Valiant Training Center stands out. I’ve been attending classes here since January, and I’ve been thoroughly impressed. Coach Jeff brings great energy and structure to each session.
I love training here even though I am no athlete! I’m just a girl with a huge passion for martial arts flicks and a tiny background in some training in my early years. All the coaches at Alliance East have a good head on their shoulders and bring friendliness, respect, kindness, and passion when training you.
New to muay thai? Start at Valiant Training Center
Valiant Training Center comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. 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 Valiant Training Center
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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