Boxing Gyms in Chicago Loop

Underground Boxing and Conditioning (UBC Gym) is located at 324 North Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60601 on the Magnificent Mile, offering free parking for personal training clients. Owned by NASM-certified CEO Tyrone Walton, a competitive boxing trainer with 15 years of experience, the gym specializes in boxing and fitness programs for downtown high-rises. Classes include Boxing/HIIT, Muay Thai, MMA, Sparring, Boxing Technique, Vinyasa Yoga, and Self-Defense, with in-home training available. The facility is equipped with weights, kettlebells, resistance bands, and more. Professional trainers like Marlen Pando and Armand Carbonnel lead sessions. New clients can access introductory deals: 3 classes for $50 or 3 personal training sessions for $150. Starting February 2025, UBC will host 2-hour Boxing Clinics for corporate groups. Private events, including parties and corporate gatherings, are available. The UBC Shop sells boxing gear, apparel, and accessories. Contact via phone (312) 265-0518 or email [email protected].

Franklin Street Boxing Club is located at 162 N Franklin St. - Suite 401 in Chicago, Illinois. Owned by experienced trainers Ray Pace and Jimmy Mango, the gym brings over 30 years of combined expertise. Jimmy, a Golden Gloves and Chicago Park District Champion, has trained fighters for 15 years. Ray, a former Chicago Amateur Boxing Champion, was voted "The Most Exciting Fighter" in 1976 and has 25 years of training experience.

The gym welcomes men, women, children, pros, and amateurs, offering individual sessions, group training, and Boxing Boot Camps. Boot camps focus on cardio conditioning, mitt work, and bag training, held Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6-7 PM and Saturdays from 1-2 PM. Membership costs $120 monthly, with day passes at $25. Personal training is $75 per session for members ($700 for 10) or $85 for non-members ($800 for 10). Boot camp rates are $25 per session for members ($200 for 10) or $30 for non-members ($250 for 10). All packages expire in 90 days.

Hours are Monday-Thursday 8 AM-8 PM, Friday-Saturday 8 AM-2 PM, closed Sundays. T-shirts are available for $25.

Down Town Muay Thai - Project Achilles is a premier combat training gym at 324 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60601. It offers diverse programs in hand-to-hand combat, MMA, grappling, BJJ, Muay Thai, and firearms training, catering to all skill levels with no prior experience needed. Virtual training includes a $13.99 course on stopping massive bleeding and critical first aid.

The gym is co-founded by Armand Carbonnel, a former French Airborne Forces captain specializing in commando techniques; Adrien De Fontenay, a 14-year Muay Thai veteran trained with professionals; and Adriano De Santis, a certified NRA Pistol Instructor.

Members can try a free trial or drop-in sessions, with a strong focus on community. Apparel is available for purchase. Contact via [email protected] or (312) 785-2924.