THE ARENA | The San Diego Boxing, Jiu Jitsu, MMA & Muay Thai Gym

Information about THE ARENA | The San Diego Boxing, Jiu Jitsu, MMA & Muay Thai Gym

Sports Arena Blvd 3350
92110, San Diego
+1 619-222-5554

Opening hours

  • Monday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
  • Thursday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
  • Friday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
  • Saturday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
  • Sunday: Closed

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THE ARENA | The San Diego Boxing, Jiu Jitsu, MMA & Muay Thai Gym: Opinions

4.9/5 (55 Opinions)
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Michael Johnson 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I’ve been coming to the Arena for a decade now, and I still love walking through the doors as much as I did when I walked through the doors in 2012. The coaches, the fighters and the casual trainees are top tier, and always willing to help and foster a family/team environment. There are no egos! The gym has everything; from Boxing, BJJ, to Muay Thai as well as one of the best Strength and conditioning classes (and gym). Sign up and you will not be disappointed!

Robert Novak 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: As an older fighter (looking to stay in shape and keep as much rust off as possible) I've been a member at several gyms over the years. I've been a member at The Arena for 3 years and it's hands down the best gym I've been a part of. If you're looking for a gym to stay in shape the regular classes offer great cardio but (unlike some gyms) they actually teach usable martial arts skills (not just repetitions). If you're a beginner looking to learn and advance in your skills, the Arena is a true fight gym training all levels of fighters including top professionals. My favorite part of the gym (Besides the GREAT Coaches Like Joe, Gordo, and Byran) is that the pro fighters often participate in the classes, working with the students, helping us to advance. It's rare to find a real fight gym that's also friendly--The Arena is that gym.

Maggie Duarte 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Born and raised in San Diego, I’ve been to many fight gyms and participated in all of their classes. The Arena is by far the one gym I have learned the most at. I participate in the boxing class and Coach Joe Vargas is an extremely knowledgeable coach that teaches not only the basics really well but explains the technique in a manner that you understand why you are doing what you’re doing not just simply get a fitness workout.

Dario 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Excellent gym with great staff, from when i first started till now the improvements just keep coming. Whether you’re looking to improve on striking, ground game or all around fitness.. this is the place for you!

Bobby Nguyen 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Signed up because there was nothing to do during covid in 2020. End up really enjoying training and been a member and will continue being a member. Great training, clean gym, real big facility. Good vibes. Welcoming all levels. This is like my second home.

Vadym Kuzmenko 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Awesome place with tons of classes and World-level coaches! I’m currently studying Jiu Jutsu under Master Barret Yoshida and Judo under Sensei Zbognew Piec. Highly recommend this place to the community. 5+ stars!!!

Zachary Loyek 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Great place to come and learn something new. Has a lot of different classes all throughout the day and the price isn’t bad at all. If someone asks me what fighting gym should I go to, I’m highly recommending The Arena.

Denzell Fox 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Baret Yoshida is a legend and his technical knowledge is shown everyday in the classes he teaches. Coach Brian is another vital part of the Arenas superior Jiu Jitsu. Besides BJJ, the amenities and environment is on another level.

Artem Dovgopoly 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: The best boxing gym in the City. Perfect for those who don't want to waste the time just punching bags and doing the same every freaking time. Real coaches, real rings and real sparings every Friday

Reynaldo Minaya 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: If you’re looking for a great fighting gym with friendly staff this is the place. Staff is super friendly, knowledgeable, and approachable. As soon as I walked in a was attended to and didn’t have to stand around awkwardly until someone attended to me. As far as the facility, it is huge. They have a separate area for striking (which includes two boxing rings) and grappling. They also have a whole other separate building for strength and conditioning which includes a lot of square racks, free weights, and even a 40-yard dash grass area. They also have several world class trainers that ACTUALLY SHOW UP. The price includes everything, you don’t need to pay extra for certain disciplines, it’s all included in the 99$ membership fee which is a STEAL for the value that you are getting. All in all a great place the train.

Gregory Suhr 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Great gym! I’ve been to a few Muay Thai gyms, and the Arena stands out. Reasonable price, ample space (you’re not constantly having to think about bumping into other sparring partners), and the mats are CLEAN, which is not the case at every gym. Most importantly, the classes are a good mix of technique and intensity. Other gyms I’ve been to have been either too cardio-heavy (where you’re wondering if you’ll ever learn proper technique) or too technique-heavy (where you’re wondering when you’ll break a sweat). The Arena classes I’ve been to haven’t fallen into either trap, which I really like.

Joshua Ignacio 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Just joined the Arena gym and Ken had amazing customer service. Was very clear when walking me through their membership services. Overall outstanding gym and can’t wait to come here often!

Ben Robertson 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: A fantastic gym for jiu-jitsu training. The facility is top-notch. Clean and spacious mats. Friendly staff. The instruction was peerless. This is the place to train in San Diego, don’t go any where else.

Benjamin Guslani 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I’ve been to multiple MMA gyms and this one is by for the best. Their customer service to new and existing members is phenomenal. They have an all included in one membership Instead of an a la carte like some other gyms do that just make things frustrating. They are very patient with beginners and also have highly skilled trainers for those who are more advanced. Special shout-out to the awesome former D1 wrestler who Coaches wrestling, Cole Wysocki.

Logan Walters 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Awesome Gym very professional staff. I would highly recommend stopping by and training with the The Arena if you’re in SD.

Dante Carranza 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: The Arena is an excellent combat gym for beginners like me and experienced people. They made me feel welcome I was nervous to starting something new and now I’m going into kickboxing and joy hits both taught by renown coaches. All the staff is very helpful.

Juro Pavlov 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Best gym around offering the highest quality classes with amazing coaches and staff in a high end facility. Very friendly environment and always a good sesh here.

Graham Ward 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Took my first ever Muy Thai class today and fell in love. I haven’t sweated this much since my days in the military putting in the suck. The class size was perfect and found a partner my skill level almost immediately! Will be coming back everyday to train, get my butt handed to me and have a great time. Looking forward to tomorrow. Thank you Arena and staff.

Brandon Hughes 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I have been going here for about 4 months now and I really enjoy this gym. From the instructors to the members, everyone gets along and is here to improve themselves and each other. Good atmosphere for training. A big plus is all the different classes they offer in one place. So far I have done wrestling, no gi jiu Jitsu, boxing and kickboxing and there are still other arts to try out. I would recommend The Arena for both newbies and the experienced.

Melissa Rica 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I’ve been looking for a place to train Jiu Jitsu for some time. When I went to The Arena, I immediately felt that this was the place for me. Everyone was kind and made me feel welcomed. I’m looking forward to working with Master Baret.

Cole Spyksma 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Started going to the arena for the wrestling classes, only place that really offers them after high school in the San Diego area. Since then I have been to the jiu jitsu and mma classes and have loved them all. Everyone is very welcoming and pushing for you to try new things and become better.

Michael Altman 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: World class! From the instructors to the facility to the equipment, it’s the best fully equipped Real fight gym in San Diego. If you want to compete in combat sports or be trained by and with those that do, you can’t go wrong with the Arena. Best place in SD to train period.

Kristian Fennessy 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: The Arena is the best MMA gym I’ve ever been to. They have many classes across a variety of martial arts at all times of day. The classes are tough, so don’t come in expecting a walk in the park. The coaches are very knowledgeable and experienced. Plus the weight room is huge! Memberships are very affordable and come with unlimited classes and weight room use. I highly recommend The Arena for local martial artists of every skill level. Come in and take a tour. You’ll be glad you did.

Gael Huerta 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Great gym and amazing staff. Recommend to anyone 13+ looking for good training and workouts. Very welcoming.

Von Yean 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Best Gym in San Diego! Great coaches and classes! Ken(Ducky) is a great coach as well that helps run the amateur team. Knows his stuff and pushes you to your limits! I highly recommend this gym if you want more than just a cardio workout. You learn the fundamentals, experience and the perspective of what a trained athlete is.

Josh Tog 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: This is the best gym I’ve been to. Classes are really good for teaching you and the facilities are in great condition! Staff is super helpful as well.

Dave Nickson 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: The best place I've ever trained at. Also ridiculously cheap. Other gyms will charge you so much to train. The coaches and staff are amazing!

Christopher Bostick 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Baret is by far the best Jiu-Jitsu instructor I’ve ever worked with. He explains the moves/techniques in a very detailed manner and has wealth of knowledge.

jacob noah macalolooy 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: The Arena is the best gym in SD for combat sports and for all levels, beginners to pros. The environment is clean and welcoming by staff and members. I’ve been at this gym since 2018, started as an amateur boxer and am now a pro. They have also upgraded the facilities immensely with state of the art equipment, you should go in and see for yourself.

Max Downs 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I’ve been coming to The Arena for several years now. The classes are excellent and the teachers are very knowledgeable. Not only will you get an excellent work out, you will learn no nonsense self defense. The people are great and the vibe is friendly.

lucas cembreros 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: The arena is by far the best gym I've ever trained at. Great gym culture and top level coaches, you get a full inclusive package what means you can go to practice anything you want as long as you show up on time and of course unbeatable pricing for the quality of the facility and the service. If you are thinking of either just getting back in shape, learn a contact sport to boost your self esteem or your confidence, or straight up compete, you won't find a better gym in San Diego

Matthew Skotnicki 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Hands down the best gym in San Diego. If you are ever considering a gym, they have a state of the art brand new full size workout gym and tons of free weights and in revile classes taught by the best in the world. I came here for jui jitsu and absolutely love it.

Anna Musgrave 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: This gym is legit! Baret and all the instructors are beyond qualified and they are all excellent. The instruction is of the highest quality in the region. There's no BS or fluff at this gym. It one of the most legit, straightforward businesses Ive ever interacted with. Definitely worth twice what they actually charge for a membership.

tha_King 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: **Excellent Gym to train at.** The Coaches teach and breakdown a large variety of techniques. They offer fundamentals for beginners and advanced classes. There is plenty of time to spar.

Ben Phenis 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Been training here for three years . Really great value for $99 which includes unlimited classes to include the weight room which has 21 squat racks plus Westside equipment, sleds, kettlebells over 100 lbs. Great wrestling instruction with numerous ex college wrestlers and high level MMA and BJJ competitors with world champions to include Barry Yoshida and Liz Camouche.

Tyrell 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I’m a traveler from Philadelphia and I made it my mission to train muy Thai this year. It has been a task finding a gym that suits my vibe, and the Arena is it. The owner personally escorted me around the facility and was very hospitable. The facility, people and atmosphere within the club is warm and welcoming. I got to meet and greet some of the staff and martial artist who has years put in and was able to receive advice being I am a novice. If your are in the San Diego area looking to take on a martial art, this is the best experience you will have getting started.

jackson butts 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Walked into this place and got the best first reaction, filled every expectation I’ve ever had. I have never done any boxing or MMA Etc and I got nothing but respect, even though I’m new in every aspect of self defense they are not hesitate on teaching me the ropes to help me build up to everyone else’s level, all the equipment there is very reasonably priced and super high quality, very very family like everyone is super Friendly and mostly military members so I felt at home, huge gym with every kind of weight you could want, 2 boxing rings, a huge matted area for grappling and a lot of punching bags! 100% recommend this place for beginners and experts!

Edward Kang 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: The best gym in San Diego. Dedicated staff and World class trainers for each program offered. I’ve been to many gyms over the last 15 years of training and this place is unmatched. I train Brazilian jiu jitsu under living legend Baret Yoshida which is an amazing experience! The facility is massive and their strength and conditioning room could be a separate gym on its own. If you have any interest in training martial arts do yourself a favor and check this place out.

fromthebamma 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: this is the gym I was looking for! If you want to be around and train with top level amateurs and professionals.. then this is the place to be!! David at the front desk was very easy going and showed me around the facility. I signed up and haven't looked back since..

Demitrez Butler 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: This place is legit. So clean and modern. Has a separate room for bag work and sparring which is cool to minimize distractions. And then the strength and conditioning area (Weightroom) has everything you could need. Definitely recommend!

Alfred Green 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Great gym for both beginners and competitors. I had the opportunity to check out several different gyms throughout San Diego, and felt that this was the best gym for focusing on the fundamentals of striking, and actually developing good kick-boxing technique. Whereas many of the other gyms I visited held boxing practices that were filled with occasional push-ups and burpees, Arena’s coaches (Chuck, Vince) wasted no time, and focused on drilling techniques and mastering the basics. They are always willing to stay back and work through technique problems if asked. Due to the nature of the sport, there are many newcomers who try out the striking practices and decide it isn’t for them. As a result, it would be difficult for the coaches to try to connect with so many new athletes in their first days. Rest assured, after just 2 weeks of consistent attendance, I’ve felt that the coaches often step in to provide individualized feedback for my improvement. Great coaches who are true masters of the sport, and willing to put in the time to help you improve as long as you are consistently showing up and working. Finally, they offer a variety of different classes at different times with various coaches, helping me to find multiple perspectives on the sport while staying at one gym, and always able to find a time to get in and practice despite my inconsistent work schedule. Easily my favorite MMA gym in San Diego.

David Mottola 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Incredible gym with outstanding instructors and amazing people. The highest concentration of high-level coaches anywhere in Southern California. Not to mention it's a massive space with classes all day so you can find anything that works with your schedule.

Critical Intervention911 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I had the pleasure to workout at this gym today. What a wonderful group of people. The trainers Coach Joe and Gordo was extremely welcoming. I felt right at home, the gym members were working hard but still spoke to me. I highly recommend if you are in the San Diego area to check out Arena Boxing. The coaches are a wealth of knowledge. Invest in yourself, you deserve to get your money worth. They truly have something for everyone there. Show up and they got you from there..Trust me you you wouldn’t love it!!

Aaron Hardin 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I recently signed up for the boxing program at the Arena gym & so far it has been a pleasure to work with Coach Basheer & his team. Love the environment at the gym, everyone pushes each other to improve & reach their full potential. David at the front desk helped me sign up for the membership, he was very friendly & professional, & made it a quick & easy process. Would definitely recommend this gym for anyone looking to push their limits & become the best version of themselves no matter what martial art they choose to compete in.

Marz One 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Great place to train, learn, and sharpen your skills. I love that my team and my coaches are all such humble assassins that are recognized at the highest level of competition and they’re just out here putting in work and leading by example. One of the best decisions I’ve ever made.

Oscar Flores 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: The boxing classes are great. Coach Joe has a tone of experience that his brings to the class every day. From fundamentals to perfecting your footwork. Great gym overall

Jared Root 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Amazing place to train at with some of the best coaches and training partners I’ve ever had. Atmosphere is perfect for anyone who anting to learn and get better. I highly recommend The Arena for anyone wanting top quality martial arts training

Aileen Bejarano 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I highly recommend the Arena since day one I have felt very welcomed the boxing coach is very knowledgeable and patient takes time to help and make you feel comfortable as a beginner. Very clean gym the workout gym section is the nicest I have been to. Very good equipment.

Blade Alvarez 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Staff is great and the atmosphere is nothing but positive. Whether you want a workout or to learn how to fight, you’re still welcomed. They also have their own strength and conditioning gym that will put you in the best shape of your life. I’ve brought multiple friends here and they all loved it. 100% recommend you give it a shot.

Junior Torres 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Excellent gym! Been coming here for just a year and I can honestly say it’s the best gym I’ve been to. The membership allows you to practice any classes. And on top of that, it has a weights gym and conditioning classes. People here are welcoming wether you’re just starting out or you have some experience, this gym is like a home outside of home

Kameron Chase 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I've been going to this gym for over two years now and I can say without a doubt that it's the best choice I've ever made. I've done every class they offer and none of them disappoint. They all have fantastic coaches and they're great at getting people from all levels and experiences up to speed.

Jesus Bautista 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I've been going to the Arena gym for about 5 years now. The training is top quality, and the facilities are top notch. The Marines take care of you 100%, and I'm happy to see that they're hiring veterans to work in the facility. Everyone is very humble and willing to help you out, even if you have no experience. You'll learn a lot and become part of the Arena family in the process.

OG DUENDEvsHULK 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: go I'm excited to be part of the arena. It's a great place to learn and the coaches are experts in their sports. They also have elite teams that can help you improve your skills. You should definitely check it out!

junior 2 years ago

Positive experience: The boxing class is a joke. Coach does not teach the fundamentals, provide guidance on technique, or do diverse workouts. While I understand it’s a group class, he walks around and hardly says a thing. In my 1 year there, he probably only talked to me 3 times. I should not be telling new people how to throw a proper jab when I’m there to learn myself! His class is just mitt work which amounts to a boxing fitness class. The pros that occasionally teach run a much better class. They walk around and fix mistakes, do some bag work, run some light sparring. The wrestling, BJJ, and kickboxing classes are fantastic. The coaches actually act like proper coaches. The Arena is a good environment but if you want to box and you’re a beginner and want to learn how to box properly go somewhere else.

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