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Paragon Academy Jiu Jitsu-Boxing-Kickboxing Gym
4.7 ★★★★★ 35 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Santa Barbara, California
Affiliated gym — reviews and the gym's own info suggest it belongs to a known kickboxing or boxing-fitness franchise or network (think 9Round, iLoveKickboxing, CKO, TITLE Boxing Club or Jabz). Franchise gyms run a consistent class format and are often a friendly, familiar place to start. If a specific brand matters to you, confirm it on the gym's own site.
Plan your first class
- Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Beginner-friendly all fitness levels welcome, including total beginners — no experience needed, and you get in shape by training, not before
- Kids & teen classes kids and teen kickboxing classes — built around confidence, focus, and fun
- Sparring sparring and partner work for members who want it — always optional, eased in gradually, with the coach controlling the contact
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves in the ring — amateur kickboxing, muay thai, or K-1
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule paragonbjj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (805) 730-1927
Hours
| Monday | 10 AM–2 PM, 3–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 12–2 PM, 3–7 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–2 PM, 3–8 PM |
| Thursday | 3–7 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–2 PM, 5–8 PM |
| Saturday | 10–11:30 AM |
| Sunday | 9–10 AM |
The classes they run
“I'm new to BJJ and started from scratch - no wrestling and only a few moths of martial arts as a kid.”
“Paragon was the perfect combination of coaches teaching you, pushing you, and being cautious of safety for beginners.”
“The class was very well structured - with drill of the technique mixed with detailed explanation, a situational sparring and a free sparring.”
“Theres a body type for everybody, and whether you compete, want to get in shape, or just come to enjoy the vibe, you're in the right place!”
“They train in Jiu Jitsu and boxing and private boxing.”
Other martial arts here
“They train in Jiu Jitsu and boxing and private boxing.”
“I'm new to BJJ and started from scratch - no wrestling and only a few moths of martial arts as a kid.”
What members say
“Great coaches and overall community.”
“Paragon was the perfect combination of coaches teaching you, pushing you, and being cautious of safety for beginners.”
“This is an excellent program for self confidence, strength and balance and anti bullying.”
“Theres a body type for everybody, and whether you compete, want to get in shape, or just come to enjoy the vibe, you're in the right place!”
“Learned a lot, well worth it.”
From the reviews
I just celebrated my 1 year anniversary at Paragon. I'd marveled at jiu-jitsu and been wanting to learn for years - even drove by the place a few times. I didn't have a wrestling or martial arts background, was getting older, and felt a bit intimidated. Joining has been one of the best decisions I've made.
I recently stopped by this gym during my vacation in Santa Barbara and the experience was great. When I first reached out by email asking about the possibility of drop-in just for a few classes, professor Sandoval accepted me in his prompt reply. When I visited the morning class, he and his students were all kind.
My Grandsons started at Paragon when they were 5 and 6 years old. They train in Jiu Jitsu and boxing and private boxing. The coaches genuinely care about the kids They are very on top of promoting when the kids earn it and address any issues that come up between them.
The best place to train in town. Very beginner friendly and welcoming to guests.
New to kickboxing? Start at Paragon Academy Jiu Jitsu-Boxing-Kickboxing Gym
Paragon Academy Jiu Jitsu-Boxing-Kickboxing Gym comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. If you've never thrown a punch or a kick, that's exactly who a good beginners class is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or coordinated to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale every drill to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable gyms build the basics (stance, footwork, and punches and kicks on pads and bags) first, and any contact eases in gradually under a coach's control. Third, all fitness levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first kickboxing class at Paragon Academy Jiu Jitsu-Boxing-Kickboxing Gym
Nervous about walking into a kickboxing gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling the basics — stance, footwork, and punches and kicks on pads or a heavy bag — not hard sparring. Go at your own pace and rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: comfortable athletic clothes you can move and sweat in, and supportive trainers. What to bring: water, and hand wraps and gloves if you have them — many gyms lend loaner gloves for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gloves and wraps (and shin guards once you start sparring). Sparring is optional and eases in gradually, once your basics are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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