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San Diego Combat Academy | East County San Diego Jiu Jitsu - Boxing - Kickboxing

4.6 ★★★★★ 62 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Spring Valley, California

Kickboxing gym Beginners welcome Kids & teens Cardio kickboxing Private lessons Competition team

Plan your first class

  • Beginner-friendly all fitness levels welcome, including total beginners — no experience needed, and you get in shape by training, not before
  • Cardio kickboxing classes high-energy cardio kickboxing on the bags and pads — a fun, sweaty workout built for fitness and weight loss, at your own pace
  • Kids & teen classes kids and teen kickboxing classes — built around confidence, focus, and fun
  • Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
  • 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 sdcombatacademy.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (619) 303-0402

Hours

Monday 6 AM–12 PM, 4–8 PM
Tuesday 6 AM–12 PM, 4–8 PM
Wednesday 6 AM–12 PM, 4–8 PM
Thursday 6 AM–12 PM, 4–8 PM
Friday 6 AM–12 PM, 4–8 PM
Saturday 8 AM–12 PM
Sunday 9:30 AM–12 PM

Hours shift for holidays and class-schedule changes — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Kickboxing classes on the schedule at San Diego Combat Academy | East County San Diego Jiu Jitsu - Boxing - Kickboxing, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🔥 Cardio Kickboxing 3 mentions

“Great workouts and classes by amazing trainers or who take pride in what they do.”

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🧒 Kids Kickboxing 3 mentions

“Whether you are a competitive fighter for the team, a fellow gym-mate, or a family member dropping off the kids to practice, we are all family!”

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🌱 Beginners 3 mentions

“For the first time in my life, I feel like I am in the right place and the right time, with nothing but family.”

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🥊 Boxing 2 mentions

“The gym is one of a kind because they teach you everything for example jiu jitsu, kickboxing, MMA, Boxing, Wrestling, strength and conditioning, They have the best schedule.”

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👤 Private Lessons

“If they notice you are having trouble grasping the techniques or moves, they willingly pull you to the side and help you out 1 on 1.”

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Kickboxing Bootcamp

“The gym is one of a kind because they teach you everything for example jiu jitsu, kickboxing, MMA, Boxing, Wrestling, strength and conditioning, They have the best schedule.”

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Other martial arts here

Kickboxing gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at San Diego Combat Academy | East County San Diego Jiu Jitsu - Boxing - Kickboxing — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🥊 Boxing 2 mentions

“The gym is one of a kind because they teach you everything for example jiu jitsu, kickboxing, MMA, Boxing, Wrestling, strength and conditioning, They have the best schedule.”

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🏟️ MMA 5 mentions

“The gym is one of a kind because they teach you everything for example jiu jitsu, kickboxing, MMA, Boxing, Wrestling, strength and conditioning, They have the best schedule.”

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🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 9 mentions

“The gym is one of a kind because they teach you everything for example jiu jitsu, kickboxing, MMA, Boxing, Wrestling, strength and conditioning, They have the best schedule.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“He also gives workshops for women’s self-defense now and then, which are fantastic for building self-confidence and learning to defend yourself.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want muay thai, boxing, or MMA alongside your kickboxing, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 62 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, motivating coaching 4 mentions

“I love the atmosphere and I love the fact that this gym houses some of the most amazing pro fighters in the MMA world.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 4 mentions

“For the first time in my life, I feel like I am in the right place and the right time, with nothing but family.”

🎉 fun, high-energy classes 2 mentions

“Great workouts and classes by amazing trainers or who take pride in what they do.”

💦 killer cardio workout 6 mentions

“The gym is one of a kind because they teach you everything for example jiu jitsu, kickboxing, MMA, Boxing, Wrestling, strength and conditioning, They have the best schedule.”

⚖️ great for weight loss 3 mentions

“I've watched so many people walk through the door and achieve their goals, Whether is was weight loss or competing at a high level.”

🏆 active competition / fight team 3 mentions

“I love the atmosphere and I love the fact that this gym houses some of the most amazing pro fighters in the MMA world.”

From the reviews

I have been training here for the past 2 years in their 10th Planet system of Jiu Jitsu. I have lost up to 27 pounds, gained a lot of confidence, and my asthma has improved significantly!! I've also made some of the best friends a person can ask for here, it really is a family vibe.

★★★★★ — Carlos, Dec 2015

Been training BJJ under coach Andy for 6 months at this location. Generally always a good amount of mat space, and decent amount of weights/conditioning equipment. Everyone seems to have a great attitude and willingness to help each other progress. Only thing missing here is a water fountain to refill your bottle.

★★★★★ — Kevin, Jul 2021

Came to San Diego in vacation, I wasn’t expecting to train while here. SDCA had the perfect schedule to get a in a session. When I first arrived I met Tiger he was welcoming, and put all my anxiety at ease. He showed me around and let me tell you, this is a top notch club full of great people.

★★★★★ — Justin, Jun 2024

This is the place!! The team here is incredible and dedicated to everyone’s growth. I’m being motivated by watching elite athletes continually climb in their abilities. I also have been entirely welcomed as a beginner. I came in with no fighting experience and was well out of shape starting my membership.

★★★★★ — Patrick, Mar 2022

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New to kickboxing? Start at San Diego Combat Academy | East County San Diego Jiu Jitsu - Boxing - Kickboxing

San Diego Combat Academy | East County San Diego Jiu Jitsu - Boxing - Kickboxing comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. 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.

See their beginner class info

Your first kickboxing class at San Diego Combat Academy | East County San Diego Jiu Jitsu - Boxing - Kickboxing

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.

Kickboxing is a contact sport. Warm up, pace yourself, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find San Diego Combat Academy | East County San Diego Jiu Jitsu - Boxing - Kickboxing

2705 Via Orange Way, Spring Valley, CA91978

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