Aaron Thomson

Professor Aaron Thomson began his martial arts journey at just 14 years old and has spent the past 16 years immersed in the world of jiu jitsu, Muay Thai, wrestling, judo, and MMA. A decorated competitor, Aaron is a state champion in both freestyle and Greco-Roman wrestling, and earned All-American honors with a 4th-place finish at the national Greco-Roman championships.

With a combined amateur and professional MMA record of 8–3 and hundreds of victories across jiu jitsu and wrestling competitions, Aaron brings a wealth of high-level experience to the mats. His coaching journey spans multiple states and disciplines, including time at the world-renowned 10th Planet San Diego under Richie “Boogeyman” Martinez.

Known for his technical depth and passion for teaching, Aaron has dedicated his life to martial arts—both as a seasoned athlete and a coach committed to helping others grow stronger, more skilled, and more resilient.