Yacoubian Muay Thai Academy

If you’re looking for a Muay Thai academy that delivers real technical excellence, genuine mentorship, and an empowering community, YMT Academy is the place. Shawn is an exceptional coach with a lifetime of experience. He’s been training since his teenage years and competed as a professional fighter, and that depth of knowledge shows in every class. His coaching is precise, intentional, and rooted in real-world experience. He doesn’t just teach techniques, he teaches understanding. What truly sets Shawn apart is his passion for teaching. He believes martial arts is about more than fitness or self-defense, it’s about building mental resilience, emotional strength, discipline, and confidence. His motivation to train others comes from a deep respect for the art and a genuine desire to help people become stronger in every sense of the word. Whether you’re a complete beginner, training for personal growth, or aspiring to become a fighter, you’ll feel welcomed and supported here. Shawn and his team create an environment that’s encouraging, focused, and professional. They push you to be your best while making sure your technical foundation is solid and your progress is real. This is a space where you will grow physically, mentally, and emotionally. I have trained with Shawn for many years and I highly recommended him as a coach, and his academy for training.

I can’t say enough great things about Yacoubian Muay Thai. From the moment you walk in, the energy is motivating, welcoming, and focused. The gym is clean, organized, and has a strong sense of community that makes you want to keep showing up. Shawn, the owner, truly sets the tone. He’s knowledgeable, patient, and clearly passionate about Muay Thai. He takes the time to correct technique, push you to improve, and make sure everyone — whether beginner or advanced — feels supported. You can tell he genuinely cares about his students’ growth, both physically and mentally. The training is intense but structured, and you leave every session feeling stronger and more confident. If you’re looking for a gym that combines discipline, skill-building, and a supportive environment, this is the one!

If you’re looking to start Muay Thai, look no further. I started here as a total beginner and was pretty anxious about it at first. Shawn (the owner) is great—he really helped me settle in and feel at home. Three weeks in and I’m hooked! The coaching and the vibes are top-tier. Also the place is very clean

Yocoubian Muay Thai academy is the best fighting gym out there! Shawn the owner was very respectful and kind. Being new to fighting I was initially nervous and didn’t know what to expect but Shawn made it very easy and minutes I felt very comfortable.

What an amazing Muay Thai gym, after moving to California I was hesitant to start back up in Muay Thai and wasn’t sure which gym to go to. After realizing Yacoubian was so close I decided to give it a try. From the moment I walked in Shawn and the team made me feel extremely welcome. Shawn’s very attentive and breaks things down to the smallest detail. He’s very passionate about making sure everyone not only understands the drills but knows the application for them. Happy to call this Yacoubian Muay Thai my new gym.