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AKA (American Kickboxing Academy) - Muay Thai, Taekwondo, Jiu-Jitsu, MMA & Boxing
5 ★★★★★ 28 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Chula Vista, California
Plan your first class
- Beginner-friendly all fitness levels welcome, including total beginners — no experience needed, and you get in shape by training, not before
- Kids & teen classes kids and teen kickboxing classes (ages 4–65) — built around confidence, focus, and fun
- Sparring sparring and partner work for members who want it — always optional, eased in gradually, with the coach controlling the contact
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves in the ring — amateur kickboxing, muay thai, or K-1
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule aka-sandiego.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 619-997-4335
Hours
| Monday | 3–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 3–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 3–9 pm |
| Thursday | 3–9 pm |
| Friday | 3–9 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“If you are looking for a great and safe place for your kids (and yourself) to learn Martial Arts, please check out Blue Dragon Martial Arts school.”
“I had a good experience starting off as they are very beginner friendly.”
“Because this is an MMA dojo, kids have the opportunity to learn various martial arts including Taekwondo, Jujitsu, sparring, etc.”
“Another bonus is that Master Tony gives kids the opportunity to participate in tournaments by joining the Demo/Competition Team.”
“They not only teach Takewondo, Muay Thai, Boxing, Jiu Jitsu, Kung fu (to name a few) but they also teach SELF-CONFIDENCE, SELF-ESTEEM, DISCIPLINE, FOCUS, RESPECT, and SELF-CONTROL.”
“They not only teach Takewondo, Muay Thai, Boxing, Jiu Jitsu, Kung fu (to name a few) but they also teach SELF-CONFIDENCE, SELF-ESTEEM, DISCIPLINE, FOCUS, RESPECT, and SELF-CONTROL.”
“We have three sons and one has already completed his black belt and BDMA contributed a lot to him being an excellent student and athlete in high school and college.”
Other martial arts here
“They not only teach Takewondo, Muay Thai, Boxing, Jiu Jitsu, Kung fu (to name a few) but they also teach SELF-CONFIDENCE, SELF-ESTEEM, DISCIPLINE, FOCUS, RESPECT, and SELF-CONTROL.”
“They not only teach Takewondo, Muay Thai, Boxing, Jiu Jitsu, Kung fu (to name a few) but they also teach SELF-CONFIDENCE, SELF-ESTEEM, DISCIPLINE, FOCUS, RESPECT, and SELF-CONTROL.”
“The programs not only has helped my son develop his MMA skill level but more import to me is his mental and maturity level.”
“They not only teach Takewondo, Muay Thai, Boxing, Jiu Jitsu, Kung fu (to name a few) but they also teach SELF-CONFIDENCE, SELF-ESTEEM, DISCIPLINE, FOCUS, RESPECT, and SELF-CONTROL.”
“Ok where do I start, over 4 years ago my son was 8 years old and decided to quite football and wanted to try the sport of Karate.”
What members say
“Sensei Michael and Chez are great world class instructors who take the time to ensure the kids are learning and are challenged every class.”
“I would recommend this dojo if you are looking to teach your child self discipline and respect.”
“Another bonus is that Master Tony gives kids the opportunity to participate in tournaments by joining the Demo/Competition Team.”
“However, it does takes commitment from me and my son to participate, but well worth it.”
“They not only teach Takewondo, Muay Thai, Boxing, Jiu Jitsu, Kung fu (to name a few) but they also teach SELF-CONFIDENCE, SELF-ESTEEM, DISCIPLINE, FOCUS, RESPECT, and SELF-CONTROL.”
“I had a good experience starting off as they are very beginner friendly.”
From the reviews
I am 77 years old and have 10 years of experience in Shotokan Karate and took my Black Belt when I was 50. After a 27 year absence from training I joined the Blue Dragon class as a way of toning old muscles and as an aid to weight control, but what I found was totally different.
We have been with BDMA for over 3 years and I can not say enough nice things about them. Master Tony and the other instructors are amazing with the kids at every level of training both in Taekwondo and Jujitsu. The instructors are firm, but patient and make sure that each student feels successful during every class.
Our son started at Blue Dragon MMA when he was 6 and has been there for nearly 2 years now. We were hesitant at first to sign him up because he can be very shy and sensitive and he's not aggressive at all. However, Master Tony and his instructors are very good with the kids and made him feel comfortable.
My kids love this place and have really thrived since starting in mid-February. We have tried a few other martial arts places, but it wasn't until we finally gave Blue Dragon a try did they really take to it.
New to kickboxing? Start at AKA (American Kickboxing Academy) - Muay Thai, Taekwondo, Jiu-Jitsu, MMA & Boxing
AKA (American Kickboxing Academy) - Muay Thai, Taekwondo, Jiu-Jitsu, MMA & Boxing 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 class is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or coordinated to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale every drill to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable gyms build the basics (stance, footwork, and punches and kicks on pads and bags) first, and any contact eases in gradually under a coach's control. Third, all fitness 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 kickboxing class at AKA (American Kickboxing Academy) - Muay Thai, Taekwondo, Jiu-Jitsu, MMA & Boxing
Nervous about walking into a kickboxing 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 — stance, footwork, and punches and kicks on pads or a heavy bag — not hard sparring. Go at your own pace and rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: comfortable athletic clothes you can move and sweat in, and supportive trainers. What to bring: water, and hand wraps and gloves if you have them — many gyms lend loaner gloves for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gloves and wraps (and shin guards once you start sparring). Sparring is optional and eases in gradually, once your basics 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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