pacific roots muay thai

Single Minded
in our dedication
United in our Pursuit

EVERYBODY HAS THEIR FIRST DAY, LET TODAY BE YOURS.

WHETHER YOU’RE LOOKING TO WORKOUT, GET IN SHAPE, FIGHT, OR TRAIN
WE’RE HERE TO LEAD YOU IN ACHIEVING YOUR GOALS. NO MATTER
AGE OR SKILL LEVEL, WE’VE GOT YOU COVERED

keeping you active all day

classes all day

Based in San Diego, we have morning, day, and evenings classes to accomodate anyone’s schedule. Classes for all skill levels and goals.

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enjoy a trial pass for $20!

Come in and take advantage of our 1 day trial pass for unlimited classes. Experience Pacific Roots Muay Thai for yourself. We look forward to adding you to our Pacific Roots Muay Thai Ohana!

programs for everyone

our featured programs

muay thai

Our Muay Thai classes teach you traditional techniques and fundamentals, which includes use of punches, kicks, elbows, and knees.

competition training

Our competition classes don’t just teach you how to fight, we teach you the rules and scoring so you know “how to play the game”. You will also learn in depth strategy tactics, situational drills and our fight system.

kids program

Our Kids program is designed to develop strong athletic and motivational skills through martial arts. Focused on the basics, and as they grow, they’ll learn how to be competitive and develop their own skill set.

Private/Group Training

Private and group training are available for booking to meet your goals and needs. Training is designed to cater from beginners to professionals.

Muay Mat

Our Muay Mat classes teach you boxing for Muay Thai to learn the Art of 8 Limbs. It is not your traditional boxing with shoes on, it is specifically for Muay Thai striking.

Conditioning

Come to our strength and conditioning class at 4:00 PM if you’re getting ready for a fight or just trying to get back into shape. This class will incorporate weight lifting, high-intensity circuit drills, and mobility work.

MEET your TRAINERS

ALL LEVELS welcome

Our trainers, many of whom are champions, work with all skill levels—beginners to competitors. Their real fight experience ensures you get the best training, no matter your goals. Join us and train with the best!

COMPETITION TEAM ACHIEVEMENTS

2023

8 CHAMPIONSHIP TITLES
(3) IKF West Coast Classic Champions (California)
(2) US Muay Thai Open Champion (Arizona)
WBC World Festical Youth Champion (Italy)
WBC Pan American Games (Mexico)
US Muay Thai Open Champion
(Arizona)

Technical Thai Boxing (Best Fight Team)

SILVER MEDALS
(7) US Muay Thai Open (Arizona)
(1) WBC Pan American Games (Mexico)

BRONZE MEDALS
(1) WBC Pan American Games (Mexico)
(4) US Muay Thai Open (Arizona)

2024

9 CHAMPIONSHIP TITLES
(1) WBC World Games Champion (Thailand)
(2) Samurai Soul Champion (Arizona)
(3) Thai Boxing Association Champions (Iowa)
(3) US Muay Thai Open (Arizona)

Technical Thai Boxing (Best fight Team)

SILVER MEDALS
(1) USMTO (Arizona)

BRONZE MEDALS
(1) WBC World Games (Thailand)
(1) US Muay Thai Open (Arizona)

WHAT ARE PEOPLE SAYING

Pacific Roots Muay Thai

5.0

Based on 27 reviews

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Victoria Blair

02:10 16 Jun 24

Shaun is an AMAZING coach who is very knowledgeable, kind, hard working and an incredible pad holder!! The gym is gorgeous and spotless, with new mats, a ring and perfect Muay Thai bags. The bathroom is so clean with a full shower and amenities! What a find this place is!

Agnes Martinez

23:53 07 May 24

Professional. Traditional and Technical training. Gym is well kept and clean. The environment and vibe are positive. Kru Shaun and his roster of coaches are excellent

Alex Zhai

17:36 02 Mar 24

Steven Gee

05:23 22 Jan 24

While there are many gyms in San Diego that have the capability to teach Muay Thai, I have never found a gym with the perfect blend of high level coaching, a friendly environment and a healthy competiton team. The training here will always push you and there is an emphasis on constant improvement. Coaches are attentive throughout classes and great at sharing their knowledge. They are all very generous with their time and have always been happy to explain, or dissect various techniques to give people a proper or better understanding.Beyond the excellent instruction, the culture of this gym is very communal. People all feel very connected and open to meeting each other. I am always in a much better place after training here, and have always felt very welcomed. I feel very lucky to train here and be a part of this community.

Chelle Wellesley

00:20 07 Dec 23

Pacific Roots is the best Muay Thai gym I’ve ever gone to. The coaches are technique/application knowledgeable and explain everything so well. Everyone is super friendly and the gym is super clean. Best place to be.

Joseph Yang

12:26 01 Dec 23

The kid's class at Pacific Roots is the best I've seen in San Diego. I was super impressed with the interactions Coach Rachel and Coach Alex have had with my son. They are patient, kind, and great at reinforcing expectations and drills. The class sizes aren't too big either, so kids will often get a fair share of attention from the coaches. Definitely check out this gym and enroll your kids before their class sizes start to boom!

Jonathan fong

18:10 23 Aug 22

Been training with Pacific Roots Muay Thai since it was with Alliance Jiu Jitsu. Coach Shaun opened up his own gym about a year ago and I couldn’t be happier training there. I came from a different gym where I felt I was burning out and plateauing. Coaches Shaun, Rachel, and Adrian have really leveled me up and created an environment that encourages learning, training technique, and fun! I feel like we are all a family and enjoy training there 4-6x per week. I always leave feeling amazing and better each day. They have classes for beginners and for more experienced fighters who are looking to compete. Shaun helped train me with 1-1 sessions leading up to my first exhibition fight and helped prepare me to be successful! It was awesome. Highly recommend to any fighter or anyone who simply wants to get in shape, while learning self defense and also having fun 🤙

Austin Majors

20:27 28 Dec 21

Shaun Shepard is an amazing Kru and the gym if full of friendly, welcoming, and dangerous fighters. No egos, just hard workers, and people wanting to improve their Muay Thai skills. My son and I are so grateful to be part of such an amazing environment.

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