1. Undercard Boxing
Location: Darlinghurst, Sydney NSW.
Difficulty: Beginners to Advanced.
Price: Starts at 2 classes per week for $55 or a single pass for $35.
About: If you're after a sweat session, this is one boxing class you'll want to strap into. Undercard Boxing combines boxing with treadmill sprints and cardio to get your heart rate up all while getting your arms fighting fit. Their slogan is: "boxing based group fitness for anyone and everyone."
2. Hustle Boxing
Location: Potts Point, Sydney NSW.
Difficulty: Beginners To Advanced.
Price: Starts at $35 a class or $85 a week for a 3-month membership.
About: Run by MH favourites and all-round rigs, Andrew Pap and Dan Conn, Hustle Boxing caters to all difficulties. A combination of killer combos on the punching bags and resistance training, you'll be able to hone your skills, build muscle and shred your core. Side note: the setting is dark - if you're feeling a little insecure, this will help calm the nerves.
3. 12RND Fitness
Location: They have nearly a hundred around the country. Head here to find one near you.
Difficulty: Beginners to Advanced.
Price: Prices vary.
About: With four-time world champion professional boxer Danny Green heavily involved in developing the concept, you know you'll be in for a gruelling workout at 12RND Fitness. Their aim? To replicate the physical demands of a 12 round championship fight, with 12 x 3-minute rounds and 30 seconds rest in between. It's not just boxing - they're all about conditioning attendees to reach their peak 'fighting shape' and that includes strength training.
4. Corporate Fitness Centre
Location: Surry Hills, Sydney NSW.
Difficulty: Beginners to Advanced.
Price: Prices vary.
About: Ever wondered if you could cut it in the ring? Then this is the gym for you. Corporate Fitness Centre not only offers boxing workouts and CrossFit classes, they also conduct an an intensive 12-week training program. After the three-months, be prepared to step into the ring for a full amateur boxing bout against a fellow first timer.
5. City Gym
Location: Darlinghurst, Sydney NSW.
Difficulty: Beginners to Advanced.
Price: Prices start from $22.95 per week for a 12 month membership.
About: City Gym, run by professional boxer Ben Savva, is one of the few places where you can really get your technique down pat. While there are more fitness-focused classes available, be prepared to face some seriously tough athletes in the fight class - think pad work, sparring, technique drills.
6. Legends
Location: Kensington, Sydney NSW.
Difficulty: Intermediate to Advanced.
Price: Membership starts at $32 a fortnight.
About: Interested in mixing it with some seriously fit fighters? Legends Gym will test your resolute. Apart from offering dedicated boxing classes, you can also sign up for cross training - think hammering away at tyres in the carpark - as well as Muay Thai and BJJ.
7. Sydney University Boxing Club
Location: Darlington, Sydney NSW.
Difficulty: Intermediate to Advanced.
Price: Fees vary.
About: Sydney University Boxing Club is part of the Sydney University gym's fitness offering. If you're interested in learning from the best, you're in good company. Johnny Lewis, coach ofKostya Tszyu and Jeff Fenech, trains his amateur team out of the gym.
8. Boxing Works
Location: Glebe and Kings Cross, Sydney NSW.
Difficulty: Intermediate to Advanced
Price: Prices start from $35 per visit.
About: Run by former MMA fighter Larry Papadopolous, Boxing Works is the place to be if you're looking to get your hands dirty and your knees bruised. Apart from exchanging blows, Boxing Works also offers Brazilian jujitsu, wrestling and Muay Thai. It'll get you seriously fit, but don't expect a simple HIIT class.
9. Bondi Boxing Club
Location: Waterloo, Sydney NSW.
Difficulty: Intermediate to Advanced.
Price: Prices start at $20 a visit or $38.50 a week.
About: Once based in the beach-side suburb it's named after, Bondi Boxing Club now calls Waterloo home. Known for housing pro fighters, this is a place for those who take their fighting seriously. Fitness classes are available but be prepared to train in the company of no-nonsense competitors.
10. Training Grounds
Location: Crows Nest, Sydney NSW.
Difficulty: Intermediate to Advanced.
Price: Prices start from $300 for 10 classes.
About: While Training Grounds caters to beginners and will see your fitness skyrocket, this is one place where you should have a real interest in learning technique. Like previous gyms mentioned, Training Grounds also offers classes in Boxing Jujitsu and MMA (Mixed Martial Arts).
Why boxing?
Boxing can improve your endurance, balance, hand-eye coordination and reflexes, while boosting muscle mass and reducing stress.
A study published in Neuropsychopharmacology found that people who engaged in high-intensity workouts for an hour released significantly more endorphins than those who spent an hour on moderate exercise. There is nothing moderate about boxing.
How much does a Boxing Gym cost?
Boxing Gyms can cost anywhere from $15 per class to $120 a month. You can take a look at the approximate class prices above (subject to change). Your best bet is calling the gym you're most interested in attending.
Can you build muscle with boxing?
While boxing is primarily an endurance sport, you can still build muscle. Classes that include strength workouts are key.
Is Boxing a good workout?
Yes. Research from supplement brand Forza found boxing burns 800 calories an hour, more than any other sport.
How do I find a good boxing gym?
Just take a look at our list above! We’ll be covering all of the major cities across Australia so stay tuned.
What are the best Boxing gyms in …?
Sydney - Undercard, Hustle, 12Rnd, Corporate Fitness Centre, City Gym, Legends Gym, Boxing Works, Bondi Boxing Club, Training Grounds.
Melbourne - Prestige Gym, Richmond Boxing Club, Doherty’s Gym, The Fighter’s Factory, Murphy’s Boxing Gym, North Melbourne Boxing and Fitness, 12 Rnd, Fitness Ring, Fightfit Boxing Centre, Powerplay Gym.
What equipment do you need for boxing?
Fitness equipment like skipping ropes will help you improve but boxing gloves are the only piece of equipment you will need for boxing.
