South Sound Martial Arts' arch-roofed building seen from the air, beside Interstate 5 in Tacoma

Tacoma’s first gym teaching authentic Cambodian Boxing Kun Khmer

Welcome to our authentic Cambodian Boxing

Fighters training inside the ring at South Sound Martial Arts

Since1996

South Sound Martial Arts (SSMA) is the first gym in Tacoma, WA that teaches the authentic Cambodian Boxing Martial Art called Kun Khmer. Our focus is to educate each student in the traditional art of Kun Khmer. The goals are to improve a person’s coordination, stamina, fitness, bring discipline, modesty, and lastly have fun while learning self defense.

We are a family friendly environment and we offer classes for kids as young as 6 years old to adults. All skill levels are welcome. Whether you are looking to get in shape or looking to compete, you came to the right place.

Where we train: Second floor of the Soccer Center, off I-5 in Tacoma’s Dome DistrictDirections to the gym, opens Google Maps in a new tab
Training hours: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Saturday 10:00 AM - 12:00 PMPrivate classes only
Sunday By appointmentPrivate classes only
Wednesday Closed

Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri	5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Saturday	10:00 AM - 12:00 PMPrivate classes only
Sunday	By appointmentPrivate classes only
Wednesday	Closed

Keeping our culture alive.

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Authentic & Traditionally-based Kun Khmer Training for Everyone.

Three young SSMA students standing in the ring in team shirts and Kun Khmer shorts

Start here

Beginner

Immerse yourself in the culture and community of Kun Khmer. Learn the basics, discipline, and respect for the art.

An adult Kun Khmer class working combinations across the mats at SSMA

Intermediate

Take your skills to the next level and deepen your understanding of Kun Khmer.

A coach working a fighter's corner between rounds at ringside

Advanced

Build your way to become a master in the art and become a professional fighter.

A young South Sound fighter in the ring with his guard up, wearing the traditional Kun Khmer garlands

Become part of the tradition.

Month to month, a year contract, or private one-on-one sessions. Whichever fits your schedule.

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Fight Night poster — USEACA and SSMA present the 22nd Annual Cultural Event, Saturday 24 October 2026 at the Nisqually Youth Center in Olympia, Washington. Doors open 4 PM, fights start 5 PM. Tickets not on sale yet.

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Fight Night: USEACA & SSMA

The 22nd Annual Cultural Event — USEACA and SSMA return to the Nisqually Youth Center in Olympia with a full card of amateur and professional Kun Khmer bouts.

When: Saturday, October 24, 2026
Doors 4:00 PM
Where: Nisqually Youth Center
1937 Lashi St SE
Olympia, WA, 98513

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Aerial view of the gym beside Interstate 5 in Tacoma, with the Tacoma Dome visible

Find the gym

We train on the second floor of the Soccer Center, right off Interstate 5 in Tacoma’s Dome District. Parking is on site.

Address

Second floor of the Soccer Center
2610 E Bay Street
Tacoma, WA 98421

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Training hours

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PMPrivate classes only
Sunday: By appointmentPrivate classes only
Wednesday: Closed

Call

Gym (253) 655-7292
Coach Srab (360) 280-0199

Email

sroeuy3@gmail.com

Your first class is on us

Tell us how to reach you and which night suits you. No experience needed, no gear needed, no pressure to sign anything.