Memberships
Pick the option that fits your week. Whichever one you choose, you get the same mats, the same coaches, and the same room full of people who notice when you are not in it.
Month to month
Train at your own pace
Experience the dynamic world of martial arts with our month-to-month membership. Perfect for those who want to dip their toes in or have a variable schedule. Enjoy unlimited access to classes and the freedom to train at your own pace, all while discovering the incredible benefits of martial arts.
Year contract
The best value
Commit to your martial arts journey with our annual membership. Ideal for dedicated practitioners, this option offers the best value and a full year of unlimited classes. Dive deep into training, develop your skills, and reach your goals with the support and resources of our expert instructors. Plus, enjoy exclusive access to special events and workshops throughout the year.
Private sessions
One on one with a coach
For those seeking personalized attention and accelerated progress, our private training sessions are tailored just for you. Work one-on-one with our skilled instructors to focus on specific techniques, refine your skills, or achieve your unique goals. Private sessions are flexible and customized to meet your individual needs, providing a premium experience for rapid growth.
Start your adventure with South Sound Martial Arts today, where discipline meets passion and every class is a step towards greatness.
“Experience the rich tradition of Kun Khmer in Tacoma, Washington.”
What your first class looks like
Turn up fifteen minutes early
Give yourself time to find the stairs, meet whoever is coaching that night, and get your hands wrapped.
Wear what you already own
Shorts, a t-shirt and a water bottle. We train barefoot on the mats. Gloves and pads are here for you to borrow.
Warm up with the room
Skipping, shadow work and conditioning. Everyone does it together, whatever level they are at.
Learn a combination
You will spend most of the hour on pads with a coach, drilling two or three things properly rather than twenty things badly.
Questions we get asked
- Is Kun Khmer the same as Muay Thai?
- They are close cousins. Kun Khmer, also called Pradal Serey, is the Cambodian art; Muay Thai is the Thai one. Both use eight points of contact and share much of the same ring craft, though Kun Khmer leans harder on elbow work and its own rhythm. If you have trained Muay Thai before, you will settle in quickly.
- I have never done martial arts. Can I start here?
- Yes, and most people who walk in have not. The beginner class assumes no experience at all. All skill levels are welcome.
- How young do the kids classes start?
- We teach kids from six years old. It is a family friendly gym and parents are welcome to stay and watch.
- What does it cost?
- Rates depend on which option suits you and we would rather talk it through than put a number on a page. Come in for a free first class and we will go over it in person, with no pressure to sign anything.
- Do I need my own gloves?
- Not to begin with. We will lend you everything for your first sessions. Most people buy their own wraps and gloves once they know they are staying.
