Oscar Martinez

Head Instructor

Oscar Martinez is a world class striking coach with over 30 years of coaching experience.  Oscar began training Muay Thai at the age of 15 at Muay Thai Academy of America in North Hollywood CA under Kru Surapuk Jamjuntr (known as the God Father of Muay Thai)  Muay Thai Academy of America is the first Muay Thai school in the U.S.A.  At MTA Oscar had the opportunity to train and learn alongside World Class Muay Thai Champions including Kru Saekson Janjira, Kru Coban Lookchaomaesaithon, Kru Pongsan Cheunniran and Kru Dej “Nokweed” Sri-Ampai.  From a young age Oscar fell in love with the sport and culture of Muay Thai.  His passion for Muay Thai is what sets him apart.  It doesn’t take long to see this once you come across Oscar’s coaching.  After moving to Colorado in the early 90’s Oscar began training with World Champion boxing coach Dennis Nelson and was able to adapt Western Boxing techniques into his traditional Muay Thai background.  Oscar is known by his peers as the most technically sound striking coach in the State of Colorado.

Certified Instructor under Muay Thai Academy Surapuk Jamjuntr

Certified Instructor under Kru Dej Sri-Ampai

Founder of Colorado Muay Thai Association

State Representative ISKA Muay Thai

Professional Striking Coach: UFC (Elevation Fight Team), GLORY, K-1 & Lion Fights

Official for the State of Colorado Combat Sports Commissions

Referee for Glory Kickboxing licensed in various states

4x Muay Thai Champion