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White Dragon Martial Arts - La Mesa
4.9 ★★★★★ 179 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in La Mesa, 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
- 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
- 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 whitedragonmartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (619) 461-2760
Hours
| Monday | 12–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 12–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 12–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 12–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 12–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–3 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The quality of the instruction and the instructors are fabulous- they are energetic, encouraging, detailed and they inspire enthusiasm and respect from the children.”
“The annual Dragon Cup tournament is a fantastic event where all of the schools get together.”
“All of the teacher’s are fabulous and super friendly and the prices are fair for the amount of classes you can take a week plus the private lessons.”
“I learned many great things there and got my confidence back after being bullied heavily when I was in high school.”
Other martial arts here
“We are not only learning forms and self-defense techniques, but also how to improve physical and mental health.”
What members say
“We’re so grateful for the impact he’s had on my son’s growth and confidence.”
“I learned many great things there and got my confidence back after being bullied heavily when I was in high school.”
“His constant smile and encouraging approach made every class a fun and supportive environment.”
From the reviews
White Dragon Martial Arts in La Mesa is not only a wonderful academy but an amazing community of kind talented instructors. Our nine-year-old son is thriving and enjoying his lessons and has grown so much in the past few months. Thank you so much to Sifu Luis and the entire team at White Dragon Martial Arts!
White Dragon is truly a family. Our children have been training here for quite sometime now and it’s the most encouraging and motivational martial arts studio we’ve ever been to.
This school has changed my life, in a positive way. I was looking for a way to overcome my depression and decided to try with martial arts. In 2 years, I see an enormous improvement in the way I deal with my mental issues.
My son attended martial arts here for a year, and though we’re sadly leaving due to time constraints, I wanted to take a moment to truly appreciate Mr. Navarro. He has been an outstanding instructor—always bringing a positive attitude, great energy, and incredible patience, especially with my 6-year-old son.
Your first kickboxing class at White Dragon Martial Arts - La Mesa
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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