I am Hakan Yildiz and I have been training in martial arts since I was six years old. Throughout my career, I have gained real-life experience and passion for the sports and fitness industry.
I am driven by the opportunity to teach others and help them reach their goals. I am a certified personal trainer and have been training individuals of all ages for over 10 years.
Are you looking for a new challenge? Do you want to get in the best shape of your life while learning an invaluable skill? Do you have dreams about one day stepping in the ring and fighting? No matter what your dreams or goals are, I can help you get there.
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QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
2003Muaythai International Champion, Ankara, Turkey
2003Muaythai Youth Champion, World 2nd place, Russia
2003Muaythai International Champion, Ankara, Turkey
2004Muaythai Youth Champion, World 3rd place, Thailand
2004Muaythai Europe Champion, Czech Republic
2005Muaythai Champion, World 3rd place, Thailand
2006Muaythai Champion, World 3rd place, Thailand
2006Muaythai World Champion (Gold Belt), England
2006Muaythai Intercontinental Champion (Gold Belt), Turkey
2007Muaythai World Champion, Thailand
2008Inter-University Boxing Championship, Ankara, Turkey
2008Muay Thai World Champion (Gold Belt), England
2010Professional Thai Fight, Semi-Finalist, Thailand
2012European Muaythai Championship, Quarter-Finalist, Ankara, Turkey
18 Times Turkey National Muay Thai Champion
4 Times Turkey National Boxing Champion
Bachelor’s of Science B.S. – Physical Education and Sports Teaching (Mersin University, Turkey)
Certified Personal Trainer – National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)
International Federation of Muaythai Associations (IFMA) World Champion
Muaythai Technical Director (Grand Master)
AED/CPR certified – American Heart Association (AHA)
TRAIN ANYWHERE, TRAIN NOW!
When I moved to San Diego, I wanted to be able to transfer my skills and knowledge to help individuals meet their goals. My 1:1 private studio allows me to have personalized sessions for all my clients.
The sessions range from Muay Thai, kickboxing, boxing or general functional training. Whether you are a professional athlete or you have never worked out a day in your life, Hakan Yildiz Personal Training is here to help you.