Boxing Gyms in Birmingham, Alabama

Fight Club Fitness, LLC is a Birmingham-based gym at 7001 Crestwood Blvd Suite 614, specializing in striking and fitness. Classes include Kickboxing, MMA, Jiu-Jitsu, Krav Maga, Kids Striking, and Yoga, with specialized programs like Women's Only Jiu-Jitsu and MMA. The gym fosters a clean, safe, and welcoming community environment. Owner and head coach Bobby Dixon leads a team of experienced instructors, including Tony Sullivan, Rico Wicks, Stephanie Sullivan, Caroline Webb (Yoga Coach), and Marissa Blount (Assistant Coach). A belt program tracks progression in select disciplines. First-time visitors can try a free class. Members praise the knowledgeable coaches, challenging workouts, and supportive atmosphere, emphasizing technique, personal attention, and adaptable training for all skill levels. Contact via [email protected] or (205) 206-5632.

Battle Republic is a boxing-inspired group fitness gym in Birmingham, Alabama, with additional locations in Homewood, The Summit, and Tuscaloosa. Each 45-minute class combines punching state-of-the-art water bags with floorwork using kettlebells. The gym features a DJ booth with high-energy playlists, cubbies for storage, and showers at the Homewood location. Gloves are provided, and hand wraps are available for purchase.

Classes welcome ages 13+, with special events open to all ages. First-timers should arrive 20 minutes early, and late arrivals are not admitted five minutes after class starts. The schedule updates weekly, with new classes bookable every Monday at 7 AM. Private events include 30-minute express classes for team-building or celebrations, with add-ons like snacks or photo booths.

Trainers include Leah Drury (former WNBA assistant coach), Kristen (martial arts background), Steve (MMA boxer), and Brittany (featured in Netflix's *Last Chance U*). Battle Republic fosters empowerment, community, and high-energy workouts to strengthen both body and mind, ensuring members leave feeling motivated and seen.

Spartan Fitness MMA is located at 179 State Farm Parkway in Homewood, Alabama. The gym offers Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai Kickboxing, Kids Martial Arts, Mixed Martial Arts, Spartan Conditioning, and Fitness Kickboxing for all experience levels. Training focuses on self-defense, fitness, and competition preparation, covering ground grappling, takedowns, submissions, striking techniques, and defensive maneuvers. Kids classes blend MMA, Kickboxing, and BJJ while fostering character development through respect, leadership, and teamwork.

Experienced instructors include Chris Conolley, Roger Coelho, Kenned Coelho, Ethan Melisano, Tyler Stevens, Quadarrius McGinnis, Arthur Mpofu, and Anna Crutchfield. The gym fosters a supportive community environment where members train together. Benefits include improved confidence, discipline, strength, agility, and endurance. The conditioning program features weight training, kettlebells, HIIT circuits, and cardio workouts. Contact is available at 205-824-8361 or [email protected]. The facility welcomes men, women, and children of all backgrounds with personalized training approaches.

Round 1 Boxing, established in 1997, is located at 1580 Montgomery Highway Suite 13, Hoover, AL 35216, on the lower level behind Hoover Village shops. The gym is home to the Southeast Regional Tournament of Champions and holds the franchise for the Alabama Golden Gloves and Silver Gloves Boxing Program.

The facility features two full-sized rings, heavy bags, speed bags, treadmills, jump ropes, gloves, and free weights. Training programs cater to all ages and skill levels, from competitive boxing to fitness, with specialized offerings like Golden Gloves Boxing, Master's Boxing (40+), Boxing for Women, and Boxing for Kids.

Head trainer Dave Godber brings over 30 years of coaching experience, having trained top fighters like Johann Duhaupas and Christian Thun, and served as a personal corner coach for Deontay Wilder.

Hours are Monday-Thursday (3:00 PM-8:00 PM), Friday (4:00 PM-8:00 PM), and Saturday (adults 9:00 AM-1:00 PM, kids 10:00 AM-1:00 PM). Membership is month-to-month with a 30-day cancellation notice. The gym hosts events like the Alabama Elite Boxing Championship. Contact: (205) 907-1752.