# Ballard Boxing & Fitness

> Ballard Boxing & Fitness is a professional boxing academy in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, led by former world-ranked fighter Gary 'Boom Boom' Ballard. The academy provides authentic boxing training, youth development programs, and specialized therapeutic classes for individuals with Parkinson's and arthritis. They focus on building real physical strength, mental toughness, and discipline through structured, expert-led sessions.

## Facts

- **Contact Information & Locations**: Phone Number: (714) 914-3316 | Email Address: gary@ballardfitness.com | Hours of Operation: Sunday: Closed, Monday – Friday: 5:00 AM – 7:00 PM, Saturday: 6:00 AM – 1:00 PM
- **Specialized Parkinson’s & Arthritis Support**: We have seen firsthand how boxing can change lives outside of competition. As a certified Rock Steady Boxing affiliate, we lead non-contact workouts designed to help people living with Parkinson’s improve their coordination and motor skills. We also offer specialized support for those dealing with arthritis, making our gym a place where families from Mission Viejo to Coto de Caza can find real help and a supportive community.
- **Youth & Family Programs**: We believe discipline and confidence start early. Our youth programs help kids as young as four build coordination and burn off energy in a safe, structured environment. We also encourage parents to join in through our family classes, where you can bond over a shared challenge and build a healthy lifestyle together that lasts long after you leave the gym.

## Pages

- [HOME](https://www.ballardboxingandfitness.com): Master the sweet science at Ballard Boxing & Fitness in Rancho Santa Margarita. Pro coaching for all levels, family classes, and Parkinson’s therapy. Join us!
- [ABOUT](https://www.ballardboxingandfitness.com/about): Meet Gary “Boom Boom” Ballard at Ballard Boxing & Fitness in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA. Elite boxing coaching and fitness for all levels. Join us today!
- [FAMILY BOXING CLASSES](https://www.ballardboxingandfitness.com/services/family-boxing-classes): Strengthen your family with expert boxing classes in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA. Join Ballard Boxing & Fitness for pro coaching for all ages. Start today!
- [SERVICE AREAS](https://www.ballardboxingandfitness.com/service-areas): Ballard Boxing & Fitness serves Rancho Santa Margarita and South OC with elite boxing classes and fitness programs. Visit us today for professional coaching!
- [GALLERY](https://www.ballardboxingandfitness.com/gallery): View photos of our boxing academy! See Rock Steady Boxing, youth classes, and pro drills at Ballard Boxing & Fitness in Rancho Santa Margarita. Join us!
- [REVIEWS](https://www.ballardboxingandfitness.com/reviews): Read real member reviews for Ballard Boxing & Fitness in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA. Discover why our boxing & fitness programs get results. Join us today!

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- [BLOG](https://www.ballardboxingandfitness.com/blog): Read our latest articles and updates.
- [Boxing for Professionals: How Adults Fit Training Into Busy Schedules](https://www.ballardboxingandfitness.com/2025/12/boxing-for-professionals-how-adults-fit-training-into-busy-schedules): Boxing offers a rare combination of cardio, strength training, stress relief, and focus, making it a perfect match for adults juggling fast-paced schedules.
- [Top-Rated Boxing Academy 2026](https://www.ballardboxingandfitness.com/2025/12/why-ballard-boxing-fitness-is-rancho-santa-margaritas-top-rated-boxing-academy-in-2026): Gary Ballard started Ballard Boxing & Fitness to make the unrivaled physical and mental benefits of the “sweet science” accessible to every person in south Orange County.
- [Boxing for Arthritis](https://www.ballardboxingandfitness.com/2026/01/doctor-approved-why-boxing-is-secretly-one-of-the-best-exercises-for-arthritis): Modern medicine emphasizes movement as a powerful tool for managing arthritis, with non-contact boxing emerging as a surprising, doctor-approved exercise option.
- [Beyond the Bag](https://www.ballardboxingandfitness.com/2026/02/beyond-the-bag-why-rsm-is-finding-its-strength-at-ballard-boxing-fitness): Ballard Boxing & Fitness in Rancho Santa Margarita delivers full-body conditioning and authentic boxing programs, creating a space for community and strength.
- [Punch Above Your Weight](https://www.ballardboxingandfitness.com/2026/03/punch-above-your-weight-why-ballard-boxing-is-the-ultimate-rsm-fitness-fix): Ballard Boxing & Fitness offers authentic, skill-based training in Rancho Santa Margarita, providing full-body conditioning and stress relief for local residents.