Rock Steady Boxing San Diego
About
Rock Steady Boxing San Diego offers specialized training in MMA, boxing, and kickboxing with a unique focus on Parkinson's disease wellness. The gym is equipped with a full boxing ring, over 20 heavy bags, speed bags, double end bags, expansive open mat space, and a caged octagon, providing comprehensive facilities for various training needs. Head coach Mathes "Mickey" Burke brings extensive qualifications including an MS in Kinesiology and multiple Parkinson's-specific certifications, ensuring scientifically informed instruction.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members consistently praise the gym's effectiveness in managing Parkinson's symptoms through specialized boxing fitness programs. They highlight significant improvements in balance, strength, and gait, along with emotional benefits from the supportive community. Coach Victor Rosas receives specific commendation for his creative teaching style, dedication to individual fighters, and incorporation of PD-specific exercises like PWR! Moves. Reviewers describe the environment as providing camaraderie, inspiration, and hope, with many calling it one of the best decisions they've made in their Parkinson's journey.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (5)
Sheri Davis
5 years ago
Attending classes at RSB San Diego for the past several years has been extremely beneficial in keeping my husband's physical Parkinsons symptoms at bay. These amazing classes with head coach and owner Victor Rosas have also helped tremendously with keeping the emotional issues surrounding the disease much more manageable. The comradery between those attending classes is beyond compare. GO ROCK STEADY!!!
Crystal Guerra
5 years ago
This gym has some of the most hard working dedicated individuals I have ever seen. They come to Rock Steady to fight back against Parkinson's Disease with their trainer Victor Rosas. I am proud to be from a city that is affiliated with such a unique and heart warming program. If you know anyone with Parkinson's please send them to Rock Steady Escondido and Victor's way. He cares for each and everyone of his fighters. He also does personals and trains at this gym as well.
Susan Otos
5 years ago
RSBSD is an amazing resource for folks diagnosed with Parkinson’s. The workouts are challenging, each class is designed to address the impact Parkinson’s wants to make on your body and those attending are much more than class participants. I have an incredible support group now, people who understand me and also share their experiences with Parkinson’s. Coach Victor in Escondido is terrific. He is creative in his teaching style. He works hard and ensures we do too! Rock Steady Boxing rocks!
Linda Won
5 years ago
The day I was diagnosed with Parkinson’s, I contacted RSBSD. Now more than 5 years later I know attending RSBSD has been one of the best decisions I’ve made in my fight against Parkinson’s! This non-contact boxing fitness program has provided me with an opportunity to be physically fit and energized through ‘forced intense exercise’. Coach Victor incorporates PD-specific exercises such as PWR! Moves to help us work on skills that are needed for everyday movements. He is always creating new workouts to challenge our body and mind. The supportive coaches and fighters create an environment of camaraderie, fun, inspiration, and HOPE! I highly recommend RSBSD if you are looking for an exercise program to help fight against Parkinson’s!
Pat Reaves
5 years ago
A few months after I was diagnosed with Parkinson's, I decided to follow a suggestion from my neurologist that I consider an exercise program offered at RSBSD. I had no idea what to expect and what value the program would have to offer. Now that I have been in the program for a while, I find that the combination of exercises and boxing that are offered have improved my balance, strength and, ability to walk in a normal gait again. Exercise is the best way of dealing with Parkinson's and RSBSD has been an excellent way of providing me with a means to achieve my goal.
fitness_centerAmenities
paymentsMembership
Unlimited monthly class memberships available (price not specified)
scheduleHours
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 9:00 – 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 9:00 – 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Friday: Closed
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
groupCoaches & Instructors
Mathes "Mickey" Burke
Head Coach
MS in Kinesiology, Rock Steady Boxing Certified, Parkinson's Wellness Recovery (PWR!) Certified, Brain Grant Foundation Exercise for Parkinson's Training Certified
Head Coach of RSB San Diego. BS in Psychology/Neuroscience, MS in Kinesiology. Specializes in exercise therapy for Parkinson's disease, focusing on gait, balance, and cognitive rehabilitation.