Sports in Oxnard
Train. Compete. Recover. Repeat.
Oxnard is Southern California’s premier destination for athletes and teams.
From world-class boxing gyms to Olympic-level rowing venues, coastal parks and multi-sport facilities, teams of all ages can train, compete and recover in a year-round, coastal environment.
With perfect weather, walkable accommodations and tournament-ready venues, Oxnard is ready to host your next training camp or competition.
Fact Check:
- ☀️ 275+ days of sunshine
- 🌊 Coastal & protected water venues
- 🏟 Tournament-ready facilities
- 🏨 Walkable team accommodations
- 🚗 60–70 minutes from Los Angeles
- 🅿️ Bus & team parking available
“Oxnard is like the Wrigley Field of boxing.”Terrell Harrison, Community Services Manager
Oxnard is nationally recognized as a boxing hub — home to champions, rising stars and some of the country’s most prestigious tournaments. With over 20 years of hosting PAL competitions and Olympic qualifiers, Oxnard has earned the nickname “Boxnard.”
Elite fighters train here year-round thanks to Oxnard’s concentration of respected coaches, historic gyms and a strong local boxing culture.
Local Legends
Oxnard has produced and hosted some of the sport’s best, including:
- Hugo Centeno Jr.
- Fernando Vargas
- Robert Garcia
- Victor Ortiz
- Vasyl Lomachenko
- Graciela Casillas
Boxing Gyms
- La Colonia Boxing Gym
- UFC Gym Oxnard
- Boxer IQ
Where to Stay:
Best Western: 1156 South Oxnard Boulevard, Oxnard, California 93030 -(805) 267-9887
Hampton Inn Channel Islands Harbor: 3231 Peninsula Road, Channel Islands Harbor, Oxnard, California 93035 - (805) 985-1100
Hilton Garden Inn - Oxnard Camarillo: 2000 Solar Drive, Oxnard, California 93036 - (805) 983-8600
Holiday Inn Oxnard Ventura: 600 East Esplanade Drive, Oxnard, California 93036 - (805) 988-3600
Homewood Suites: 1950 Solar Drive, Oxnard, California 93036 - (805) 288 3301
SpringHill Suites: 801 Town Center Drive, Oxnard, California 93036 - +1 (805)-919-0003
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Oxnard: 701 Town Center Drive, Oxnard, California 93036 - 805-436-6500
The Channel Islands Harbor offers one of Southern California’s most unique rowing environments. A calm, protected waterway surrounded by walkable accommodations, coastal parks and modern marina infrastructure.
Designed across 310 acres of land and water, the harbor provides the type of flatwater environment elite rowers depend on for consistent training.
At approximately 4,000 meters in length, the harbor’s sheltered channels allow for extended training sessions while maintaining controlled water conditions ideal for rowing crews, coaches and support teams.
Beyond the water, the harbor delivers a complete athlete experience with nearby lodging, dining and recreation all within walking distance.
Why Rowing Teams Choose Channel Islands Harbor
- 🌊 Protected flatwater conditions ideal for rowing
- 📏 Approximately 4,000 meters of navigable waterway
- ⚓ 2,150+ marina slips and modern harbor infrastructure
- 🏨 Hotels within walking distance for team lodging
- 🏖 Nearby beaches and recovery spaces
- 🌿 Minutes from Channel Islands National Park
Endless Wave Skatepark Coming Soon
Location: Del Sol Park, North Rose Ave & Camino del Sol, La Colonia, Oxnard, CA 93030
Oxnard is continuing to grow as one of Southern California’s premier sports destinations with the upcoming Endless Wave Skatepark, a new Olympic-quality skateboarding facility designed for athletes, visitors and local skaters of all experience levels.
Train, Ride and Progress on California’s Coast
Designed to support beginners, progressing riders and elite competitors alike, Endless Wave Skatepark will feature a modern, competition-inspired layout with spaces for all riding styles and abilities.
Planned Skatepark Amenities
🛹 Olympic-quality skatepark design
🏙 Modern street plaza with rails, ledges, stairs and technical obstacles
🌊 Flowing bowl section for transition and vert-style skating
🏆 Event-ready spaces for competitions, demonstrations and showcases
☀️ Year-round outdoor skating in Oxnard’s coastal climate
River Ridge Golf Club offers a championship-level training and competition venue with 36 challenging holes across two courses.
Course Details
The course is PGA-rated and features four sets of tees, ranging from 5,362 to 6,777 yards, accommodating players of varying skill levels.
Vineyard Course Highlights
The Scottish links-style Vineyard Course is known for its bent grass fairways and Poa Annua greens, delivering a unique and competitive playing experience.
New Elevated Holes
Recent additions include four new holes; numbers 3 through 6, nicknamed “on top of the world.” These holes sit at the highest elevation in Oxnard and offer stunning panoramic ocean views.
Convenient Accommodations
Right next door, Staybridge Suites Oxnard – River Ridge provides a rare and convenient setup, allowing athletes and teams to stay just steps from the course.
Where to Stay
Staybridge Suites Oxnard – River Ridge
This all-suite hotel offers;
- 252 spacious suites
- Full kitchens
- Separate living areas
- Scenic golf course views.
Designed with teams and extended stays in mind, the property is ideal for tournaments, training camps and visiting athletes.
The hotel is also notably the home base for the Dallas Cowboys during their annual training camp, adding a professional sports pedigree to its welcoming, team-friendly atmosphere.
Oxnard College Park
Located adjacent to Oxnard College, College Park provides a flexible outdoor training environment perfect for team camps, recreational tournaments and multi-sport conditioning.
The fenced park area includes a variety of athletic and recreation facilities, making it a versatile space for team activities and cross-training.
🏀 Basketball Courts
🏐 Volleyball Courts
🏋️ Exercise Paths
🧺 Picnic Seating Areas
🔥 BBQ Pits
🐎 Horseshoe Pits
🚲 Bike Racks
🛝 Playgrounds
🚻 Restrooms
'olołkoy Beach Park
Recognized as the #1 Best Beach on the West Coast (2023–2025) by USA Today’s 10Best Reader’s Choice Awards, this premier destination blends high-performance training space with scenic oceanfront recreation.
Located between the Oxnard Shores neighborhood and Mandalay Beach, ’olołkoy Beach Park offers a dynamic coastal training environment ideal for team camps, endurance athletes and multi-sport conditioning.
🏐 Sand Volleyball Courts
🏀 Multi-use Recreation Areas
🏃♂️ Jogging & Skating Paths
🌳 Rolling Grass Fields (ideal for agility drills & recovery sessions)
🛝 Large Playground
🧺 Picnic Seating Areas
🔥 Public BBQ Pits
🏖 White Sand Beach Training Zone
🚻 Restrooms
River Ridge Playing Fields
River Ridge Playing Fields has long served as the annual summer training camp site for the Dallas Cowboys and, in 2026, hosted training for the Kansas City Current.

Train Where Champions Prepare
With championship venues, coastal training conditions and team-friendly accommodations, Oxnard offers a complete destination for athletes preparing for the world stage. Oxnard welcomes teams, federations and event organizers looking for a training environment where performance and lifestyle come together.











