Pure Heart Muay Thai
About
Pure Heart Muay Thai in San Diego offers training in both MMA and traditional Muay Thai under a team of highly experienced coaches. Head Coach James Gregory brings over 20 amateur titles and 33 fights of veteran experience, supported by assistant coaches including Melissa Nolan, a ring veteran and licensed acupuncturist with 15+ years experience, Christian Rodriguez, an active professional fighter with 45 fights and 14 amateur titles, and Kory Jetter with 20+ bouts of international A-class experience. The gym emphasizes proper, traditional Muay Thai techniques while developing both skill and character across all age groups.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members consistently praise Pure Heart Muay Thai for its friendly yet competitive environment that feels like a second home and family. They highlight Coach James and his wife Melissa for genuinely caring about every individual and teaching not just Muay Thai but also discipline, respect, and strong values. Reviewers describe high quality instruction from reputable coaches in a disciplined structure that promotes humility and learning. Specific praise mentions the gym's traditional Muay Thai approach, its role in the El Cajon community, and how it develops both skill and character across all age groups.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (5)
Claudio Gentile
2 months ago
Get started on working on your mind and body with Muay Thai. Pure Heart is the place to do it, if you’re in San Diego!. Friendly environment, Great attentive coach, and quality training. 10/10 Recommend.
Jobe Galeano
2 months ago
100% recommend, environment is competitive but holds a very disciplined structure nonetheless. The coaches and fighters there want nothing but success for one another. I’ve had a great experience here and encourage people to train here on all levels.
Jordan Herring
3 weeks ago
Back at the end of June I had the privilege to come teach a seminar at Pure Heart. I have been able to see this gym grow from it's start to the present and it amazes me what they have been able to accomplish in such a short period of time. Home grow professional fighter Cristian and many many amateur champions. They are doing it proper, traditional Muay Thai. They are a staple in the El Cajon community giving an outlet for all ages and passing on Traditional Muay Thai to the next generation. Well done @PureHeart
karelia fiero (Karen)
3 weeks ago
We are incredibly grateful for Pure Heart Muay Thai. This gym has truly changed my kids lives. It’s so much more than a place to train it’s a second home for our boys. Coach James and his wife Melissa are amazing people who genuinely care about every child who walks through their doors. They don’t just teach Muay Thai they teach discipline, respect, accountability, and strong values that shape these kids into confident, respectful young adults. You can feel the heart in this gym. The community feels like family, and we feel truly blessed to be a part of it. If you’re looking for a gym that develops both skill and character, I highly recommend Pure Heart Muay Thai.
Jeremy Nazareno
2 months ago
A friendly environment that promotes humility and learning with high quality instruction under very reputable instructors. I Strongly recommend whether you want to learn or sharpen your skills!
paymentsMembership
$135/mo
Contact
1110 Broadway STE 101, El Cajon, CA 92021, USA
scheduleHours
Monday: 4:00 – 8:30 PM
Tuesday: 4:00 – 8:30 PM
Wednesday: 4:00 – 8:30 PM
Thursday: 4:00 – 8:30 PM
Friday: 4:00 – 8:30 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
groupCoaches & Instructors
James Gregory
Head Coach
20+ amateur titles (national & world), 33 fight veteran
More than 16 years of experience. Has developed professional athletes from scratch. Sole owner of Pure Heart Muay Thai.
Melissa Nolan
Assistant Coach
Ring veteran, 15+ years experience, licensed acupuncturist
Pure Heart Muay Thai's 'Gym Mom.' Coaches kids and organizes gym events. Owner of Peaceful Warrior Acupuncture.
Christian Rodriguez
Assistant Coach
45 fights, 14 amateur titles, active professional fighter
Nickname 'Tiro Loko.' Developed through the gym's Kids Program. One of the youngest and most experienced fighters/coaches in the US.
Kory Jetter
Assistant Coach
20+ bouts of A-class international experience
Nickname 'Big Steppa.' Known for high Muay Thai IQ and patient, helpful approach. One of the most active amateur competitors in the US.