FIGHT & FITNESS FOR EVERYBODY.

“It’s my privilege to teach people how to fight — whether competitively or to just be better prepared for whatever life tries to hit them with!

It’s hard to believe that so much personal growth can be found in something as brutal as fighting, but the focus, self-discipline, sense of accomplishment and humility from training carries well into everyday life. 

I want to help you create a healthier balanced lifestyle, to feel stronger, more confident, and grow into a better person through all of this. You just have to put in the work, and I’ll be more than willing to guide you on your journey.”

Coach Melso | Founder | Fight Vibes Collective

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whatever you’re fighting for… i’m in your corner.

ABOUT COACH MELSO

artist. filmmaker. MARTIAL ARTIST FOR LIFE.

    • 15 Years of Martial Arts Knowledge & Fight Experience

    • Striking Expert: Boxing, Muay Thai & Kickboxing

    • Kettlebell & Functional Strength Specialist

  • My time at the Robert Garcia Boxing Academy in Oxnard, CA allowed a unique opportunity to train alongside & be present for the World Championship Boxing training camps of the following fights

    •  Jesus Cuellar vs Gervonta "Tank" Davis

    • Brandon “Bam Bam” Rios vs Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao

    • Marcos “Chino” Maidana vs Adrien “The Problem” Broner 

    • Marcos “Chino” Maidana vs Floyd “Money” Mayweather I

  • I've done many forms of Strength & Conditioning programs over the years, but my involvement with the The Power Project Podcast redefined my views on training.

    Being around Powerlifting icon “The Meathead Millionaire” Mark Bell, as well as grapplers, and diet experts, Nsima Inyang, and Andrew Zaragoza, gave me the knowledge to develop my own methods that benefits fighters.

    My approach to strength training focuses on movements that translate directly to FIGHTING – emphasizing mobility, recovery, and longevity.

    Practical. Simple. Effective.

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MY TRUSTED COACHES

Am I too far from you? Maybe I just can't cut it as your coach? Whatever the reason, it's all good! You have options! I highly recommend the trainers you’ll find in this directory, located in the SF Bay Area and beyond! Each one of them are highly knowledgeable with their martial art, and are good people in general. Hopefully this helps you find the right coach for you on your fitness journey!