Spring Valley · East County San Diego

San Diego Combat Academy

Boxing, kickboxing, Muay Thai, jiu jitsu, MMA, strength & conditioning and kids classes in Spring Valley, coached by former world champion Tiger Smalls and Kru Tony Palafox.

Hours

Mon–Fri 6am–12pm · 4pm–8pm
Sat 8am–12pm · Sun 9:30am–12pm

From Fitness to Fighting

East County's Home for Boxing, Jiu Jitsu & MMA

San Diego Combat Academy is for everyone. Whether you want to compete, learn self-defense or just get in the best shape of your life, we'll train you from the ground up, with every discipline under one roof in Spring Valley.

Home of Tiger Smalls Boxing and Kickboxing with Kru Tony Palafox, SDCA trains adults and kids from Spring Valley, Rancho San Diego, La Mesa, El Cajon, Lemon Grove, Jamul and across San Diego's East County. New students are welcome every day.

Programs

Everything Under One Roof

Boxing classes in Spring Valley at San Diego Combat Academy

Boxing

Classical boxing with Tiger Smalls: footwork, combinations, timing and conditioning for first-timers through pro fighters.

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Kickboxing and Muay Thai in Spring Valley, San Diego

Kickboxing & Muay Thai

Punches, kicks, elbows and knees with Kru Tony Palafox. Real technique and a serious full-body workout.

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MMA classes in East County San Diego

Mixed Martial Arts

Jiu jitsu, boxing, wrestling and Muay Thai blended together, for competitors and hobbyists alike.

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Gi and no-gi jiu jitsu in Spring Valley, CA

Gi & No-Gi Jiu Jitsu

A submission-oriented style that builds body awareness and calm under pressure. Find your game in the gi and without it.

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Strength and conditioning classes in Spring Valley

Strength & Conditioning

Motivating group workouts with a community of members and coaches who push you toward your goals.

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Kids martial arts and youth boxing in East County San Diego

Kids Programs

Confidence, discipline and fitness for kids in a safe, family environment, including youth boxing with Prince Tiger Smalls.

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Your Coaches

Train with Hall of Fame Coaches

Tiger Smalls, head boxing coach at San Diego Combat Academy

Tiger Smalls

Former featherweight world champion and California Boxing Hall of Famer. Head boxing coach.

Kru Tony Palafox, head Muay Thai and MMA coach at San Diego Combat Academy

Kru Tony Palafox

Kru Yai, striking specialist and BJJ brown belt. Head Muay Thai and MMA coach.

Prince Tiger Smalls, youth boxing instructor in Spring Valley

Prince Tiger Smalls

Pro boxer and youth boxing instructor carrying on the family legacy.

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Start Your Training Today

Don't let fear or inexperience keep you from being as fit, strong and happy as you can be. Fill out the form and we'll reach out to set up your first class, or check the schedule and stop on in.

Every level is welcome: complete beginners, returning athletes and competitors from across East County and greater San Diego.

Prefer to talk? Call 619-303-0402

2705 Via Orange Way, Spring Valley, CA 91978. The gym is on the left at the end of the street.

Find Us

Serving San Diego’s East County

Our Spring Valley gym is an easy drive from Rancho San Diego, La Mesa, El Cajon, Lemon Grove, Jamul, Casa de Oro, Bonita and the rest of San Diego.

2705 Via Orange Way
Spring Valley, CA 91978

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