Benjamin's Boxing & Fit - San Ramon, California

Nikhil Sharma

Unfortunately, I didn’t want to do this on the day after the holidays, but here it is. I was passing through town a week or two ago and it was early. I searched for Boxing Gyms near me while staying at the Hyatt House in San Ramon awaiting pickup for an old BMW. I noticed an old Automotive shop next to a Boxing gym called Benjamin’s Boxing that I wanted to connect with because that’s what I do for a living. I was shadow boxing outside the automotive shop next door when some random bald guy approached me for no reason and yelled at me saying “Get the F out of here, we don’t play that S”. I didn’t say a word other than, “But Coach, I was just waiting for this place to open and then maybe do a drop-in class like I did a week prior when I was in town for a different car. Unfortunately, Coach Ali showed me his true colors and I also was fortunately recording my workout and got it all on film. This gym is never open at the time it says it’s open on Google. I’ve tried a few times. Tristan and Johnny are AWESOME people. I met them the week prior and Tristan even held mitts for me despite some new 20 year old fighter named Ojas at their gym talking smack over social media and trying to set up sparring matches without permission. I honestly arrived to talk with Coach and Tristan personally about it, while also just putting in my own work. Coach Ali arrived casually an hour or two after “Opening Hours” and then didn’t approach me or say hello, he didn’t even notice that I was simply shadowboxing OUTSIDE of his property line, legally. That’s no coach. That’s a guy with an ego. Good luck. I won’t be back.

Word of advice: don’t make assumptions before getting to know someone. It’s not good for business. Be respectful like you treat every one of your fighters. Especially ones wanting to give you business and also potentially donate a few free gym memberships to aspiring fighters that can’t afford it. Now, nah, I think I’ll take my business AND my friendship to another gym. Thanks for nothing, Coach. Have a great life and holiday break. I hope your gym succeeds in 2025.

Edit: I see your response was appropriately defensive. Spoken like a true capitalist. How about I post the video that was recording while I was working out that caught you directly in the act. I was recording for 45 minutes straight. I suppose you could just simple apologize and be a good human being?

Jamie Iwasaki

Don’t think about it, just do it!
Signing my son up for personal training and classes with Coach Ali was hands down the best decision ever! My son started at 9 years old and has been a member of Benjamin’s Boxing & Fit for a year now. Coach Ali, along with all the other coaches at the gym, are the absolute best at what they do. Despite my son having no knowledge of the sport whatsoever when he started, Coach Ali made him feel comfortable and never intimidated. The coaches know how to keep it positive, fun, and effective when teaching every age. My son has grown so much, not only in his knowledge and love for boxing, but personally as well. He has become more confident and motivated all around, and big bonus has made great friendships.
We can’t thank the coaches enough for all the love and support they pour into this place, and its members. Coach Ali definitely sets a standard on a love and respect for the sport that is reflected onto his team. BB & Fit is definitely not only a gym, but a second home to many. We love our BB fam.

Nicole Das

Best boxing gym in the Bay Area! Love taking boxing classes with all the amazing trainers. Coach Ali is amazing and have learned a lot while training 1:1 with him weekly. Love how there is also plenty of weight lifting equipment to work on strength training as well. Kids classes are also great, my daughter has learned so much as enjoys hanging out with all the other young boxers.

Power Girls Movement

I joined Benjamin’s Boxing almost three years ago now and it’s the best choice I made. The gym is like a home away from home it’s a great fun welcoming environment and all the coaches are awesome they are very supportive and give great criticism. Coach Ali has taught me so much about boxing and thanks to him I’m now a 5x national boxing champion! I recommend Benjamin’s Boxing to anybody that’s looking to compete in boxing or that just want to get a great exercise in while having fun!

Ciel Desrosiers

I joined BB and Fit about a month ago and I love it here so much. The atmosphere is very positive, the coaches are helpful and enthusiastic about teaching others the basics of boxing. There are many different classes to try out, doesn’t matter if you’re a beginner or more advanced. I’ve learned so much here already!

Jose Sanchez

Joined Benjamin’s Boxing & Fit back in October and it definitely was the right decision. I had wanted to join a boxing gym for several years now and finally tried it. The group classes are always great with varying exercises/workouts with coaches walking around and helping your technique. The private coaching sessions are great to further drill in your technique and get pointers on areas that need focus.

Joey Mazzera

BB and fit has become my second home. Ali has created a super positive environment where all feel comfortable and welcome no matter fitness level or age. Learning boxing fundamentals and training with Ali and his crew has been the best thing I’ve ever done for my fitness, health and state of mind.

Luca Ferreri

An amazing, welcoming environment to learn how to box and get into shape. Amazing trainers will teach you with respect and love here. Coach Ali has cultivated a beautiful family at this gym.