San Marcos
CALIFORNIA
760-798-0966
1691 MELROSE DR. SUITE 180
SAN MARCOS, CA 92078
CALIFORNIA
760-798-0966
1691 MELROSE DR. SUITE 180
SAN MARCOS, CA 92078
THE ROAD TO
A BETTER YOU
GOES THROUGH
LA Boxing
San Marcos
A BETTER YOU
GOES THROUGH
LA Boxing
San Marcos
San Marcos LA Boxing Gym Staff & Instructors
 | Ricky Gutierrez - Instructor Born Ricardo Gutierrez. Began boxing at the bright young age of 12 in Vista, CA. Total of 42 amateur fights.2 national titles.With a record of 35-7, 8 ko's. Not counting 10 plus fights in Mexico. Competed in many national tournaments counting golden gloves, ringside worlds, U.S.A Boxing Championships. Has dreams of becoming a professional fighter in the year 2009 under and representing Abel "TEAM NUNEZ". Has sparred with many pros, well known pros Cruz Carbajal and Ernest Johnson just to mention a couple. Currently resides in San Marcos, CA. |
 | Rafael Dallinha - Jiu Jitsu Instructor Brazilian born Rafael Dallinha is currently a 4th degree brown belt and a US National Champion. He started training Judo when he was 9 years old, and he trained until achieving his purple belt. At 16 years old, he started training Jiu-Jitsu with Murilo Rupp, a black belt under Murilo Bustamante from the famous Team Brazilian Top Team. After training with Murilo Rupp, he came to United States to train with Rodrigo Medeiros, a Black Belt under Carlson Gracie. In 2007, Rafael moved to Tucson, AZ and spent a year there training and instructing at The Tucson Brazilian Jiu Jitsu School with black belt Demetrius Ramos. Rafael also taught the Border Patrol team. Rafael returned to San Diego and belongs to the BJJ Revolution Team. Rafael is very passionate about teaching his students at LA Boxing in order to make them champions and he is a true believer that Jiu Jitsu is #1. His intentions are to pass the knowledge and respect of Jiu Jitsu on to all and to pass on the confidence to be calm in a difficult situation. |
 | Art Briceno - Instructor Boxing
Art is the lead Boxing instructor for the gym, but his skills extend beyond the ring. He won the Copa Pacifica this year and in April became a 2009 Pan Am middle-weight champion. He also earned his blue belt in Brazialian Jiu Jitsu under head Jiu Jitsu instructor Rafael Dalinha. Art’s career began in junior high school with wrestling. He’s one of five brothers so wrestling came natural. He competed in and won several regional tournaments. It was after High School when Art turned his attention to the sweet science of Boxing. After two years of training, he stepped into the ring for his first professional bout in 2004. His last professional fight was in 2007. Art’s focus shifted to training and he has worked with both professional and amateur fighters. He has also had years of experience introducing and developing kids in the sport. Our kids love Art’s classes. While Art does have aspirations of stepping into the MMA arena, his focus right now is using the skills and experiences he has acquired in the ring and on the mats to help his students achieve their personal goals. Whether it is to learn self-defense, improve their health, or to compete, Art is ready to train. Most days you can find him in the ring or on the mats working with teammates and students, so be sure to say hi when you stop in. |
 | Tiffany VanSoest - Kickboxing Instructor Tiffany VanSoest began her martial arts career at the tender age of 8 with the United States Karate Organization in Riverside, CA. Showing strong commitment and resolve in her training, she achieved the rank of Nidan, 2nd degree Black Belt, by 17. For over 10 years Tiffany not only dedicated herself to achieving excellence in her personal training, but has also played an important role in the growth and development of hundreds of students as an instructor. After achieving her personal goals of winning consecutive USKA State, National, and World karate titles (with some of her students doing the same), Tiffany decided to begin training in Muay Thai. Her tremendous athleticism and heart drive her to train and compete with the best. She currently holds a record of 4-0 and is definitely looking to improve and gain more experience in the ring. With no solid plans for her fighting future, Tiffany fights simply for the love of the sport and the competitive thrill. When she's not in the gym training you can find her on the soccer field at Cal State San Marcos where she plays on the nationally ranked women's soccer team while working on earning her Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology and certifications in personal training. If there is any free time left from her busy schedule, it's a guarantee Tiffany is at the beach surfing. |
 | Ryan Dinglasan - Boxing Instructor Ryan Dinglasan took up boxing as a late bloomer at the age of 19.He was first inspired and motivated by seeing early pictures of his grandfather as a boxer, following in his footsteps Ryan then attended classes and learning the sweet science of boxing was like 2nd nature to him. He has been teaching for over a year now and has much appreciation and respect for every angle of the sport, what sticks out most is his passion to motivate others to do their very best in every class. Ryan not only packs a punch but is packed with energy to push you to the limit. currently attending school and pursuing a career as physicians assistant. Being in the fitness industry Ryan has been a certified personal trainer for 3 years now and specializes in strength and fitness. |
 | Rio Minor-Santiago - Kickboxing Instructor Rio Minor-Santiago began his formal studies in 1988 in Santa Cruz, California. Growing up in his parent's martial arts school instilled in him a burning desire to explore the vast realms of mixed martial arts. His real interest was not only to carry on the family legacy, but also to acquire knowledge from various martial arts styles and systems. His search led him through styles, such as LimaLama, Manosamin, Western Boxing, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and Muay Thai Kickboxing. Throughout his training, Rio has earned several degrees and certifications. He has also earned his Professorship from Co-creators of Manosamin Self-Defense Training Systems, Mr. Dio P. Santiago and Ms. Clara E. Minor. In addition, to matial arts knowledge, Rio has also acquired 8 years of fitness training, both in one-on-one and group settings. He gained his exercise knowledge through the National Academy of Sports Medicine and personal experience. Rio specializes in core conditioning, strength, and balance and will not leave you standing at the end of your session! |
 | Sean Ueda - Instructor |