# City Boxing > San Diego, United States ## Overview **Name:** City Boxing **Description:** City Boxing is the ORIGINAL martial arts school in Downtown San Diego, established in 2001 and located in the East Village. With over 40 structured training classes every week, City Boxing offers comprehensive training in Boxing, Muay Thai, Kickboxing, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for all levels from beginner to advanced. The gym prides itself on being led by world-class professional fighters who are actively competing and coaching, making them authentic experts in their disciplines. The training philosophy at City Boxing centers on developing fighters through dedicated instruction rather than relying on big-name athletes for reputation. The gym maintains a hard-core environment with controlled, professional training where safety is the primary concern. Classes run from 6:30 AM to 9:00 PM during weekdays, with trainers who are courteous and focused on helping members achieve their fitness and fighting goals. The facility welcomes a diverse membership including college students, downtown professionals, military personnel, and a strong co-ed community. The Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program is headed by Carlos Baruch Ferreira, a black belt under the legendary Carlson Gracie. Baruch brings world-championship credentials and extensive MMA coaching experience, having trained fighters for the UFC, EliteXC, and WEC. His lineage includes training alongside legends like Vitor Belfort, Anderson Silva, Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira, and Paulo Filho at Carlson Gracie's Team and Team Nova Uniao. Baruch is a 2023 World No-Gi IBJJF Champion and multiple-time Pan-American and international champion in both gi and no-gi competition. **Status:** Active ## Contact Information **Address:** 1059 14th Street San Diego, CA 92101, United States **Phone:** (619) 233-5444 **Email:** downtown@cityboxing.com **Website:** https://www.cityboxing.com **Social Media:** - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityboxing/ - Facebook: https://facebook.com/cityboxingsd - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsEn7c-vSg8mzHN69jagoZg ## Hours of Operation - Monday: 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM - Tuesday: 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM - Wednesday: 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM - Thursday: 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM - Friday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM - Saturday: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM - Sunday: Closed ## Pricing ## Facilities & Amenities Kickboxing ## Instructors ### Carlos Baruch Ferreira - Black **Role:** Head Instructor **Bio:** One of the most well rounded Mixed Martial Arts coaches on the planet, Carlos 'Baruch' Ferreria heads the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and MMA training at City Boxing. Baruch's Brazilian Jiu Jitsu embodies the toughness and spirit of the legendary mixed martial artist from whom he received his black belt, Carlson Gracie. He comes from one of the toughest training camps that ever existed, Carlson Gracie's Team, where he trained with such experts as Amaury Betteti, Paulo Filho, Vitor Belfort, and Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira. He also trained with Coach Andre Pederneira's Team Nova Uniao, which included Jose Aldo, Thalles Leites, and Vitor 'Shaolin' Ribeiro. He came from Darrel Gholar's Wrestling Camp as one of his top students. ## Programs ### Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (Gi) **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Traditional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training in the gi, taught by black belt Carlos Baruch Ferreira. Classes for beginner and advanced students. ### Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (No-Gi) **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** No-Gi grappling and submission wrestling focusing on MMA-style techniques without the traditional gi uniform. **Classes:** ### Boxing **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Traditional boxing training for all skill levels taught by world-class professional boxers and coaches. **Classes:** ### Muay Thai / Kickboxing **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Muay Thai and Kickboxing training combining striking techniques, clinch work, and conditioning. **Classes:** ### Kids Boxing **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Boxing program designed specifically for children, focusing on fitness, discipline, and fundamental boxing techniques. --- **Last Updated:** March 01, 2026 **Data Source:** BJJ.Space (https://bjj.space/gyms/united-states/california/san-diego/city-boxing)