Boxing Gyms in Fishtown

Located in Fishtown, Philadelphia, at 1141 N Front St, 1st Floor, Heavy Hitters Thai Boxing is a Muay Thai gym that welcomes all skill levels. Whether you're stepping onto the mats for the first time or are a seasoned fighter, Heavy Hitters provides a supportive and safe environment to learn and grow. Owner and Head Coach Mike provides an amazing eye for detail and consistently knows the exact adjustments needed to fine-tune your technique. Heavy Hitters offers classes throughout the week, including morning, evening, and weekend options. With structured classes designed for all levels, and friendly, supportive members, Heavy Hitters Thai Boxing is a great place to achieve your fitness goals, learn valuable skills, make great friends, and feel like you're part of a second home. They are also a great gym for kids. Classes are offered Monday (10-11AM,5-8:30PM), Tuesday (5-8PM), Wednesday (10-11AM,5-8:30PM), Thursday (5-8PM), Friday (10-11AM), Saturday (9AM-1PM), and Sunday (10-11AM).

Balance Studios HQ: Gracie Jiu-Jitsu & Muay Thai in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, was founded in 2002 by brothers Phil and Ricardo Migliarese, both certified black belts under Master Relson Gracie with over 30 years of experience. Phil Migliarese is a 5th-degree black belt and the highest-ranking Gracie representative in Philadelphia. As the official Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy of Philadelphia and the oldest Gracie affiliation in North America, the gym offers programs in Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, Kids Jiu-Jitsu, Women's Jiu-Jitsu, and Self Defense.

The family-focused facility emphasizes safety, respect, and a positive atmosphere, with level-specific courses for beginners. It operates under Ajan Kevin Seaman for Muay Thai and serves as a professional training center for MMA and UFC champions. Balance Studios has trained law enforcement agencies and won multiple "Best of Philly" awards, ranking as the #1 East Coast team for BJJ.

With locations in Fishtown (HQ), Center City, Northeast Philadelphia, and Haddonfield, New Jersey, the gym leads over 30 affiliated schools worldwide under Team Balance. A 7-day free trial is available for beginners, covering stand-up self-defense, striking, takedowns, and submissions. Advanced programs include Gi and No-Gi grappling, Judo, wrestling, and competition training. The gym's philosophy promotes a "We over Me" mindset, technical teaching, and balance through Jiu-Jitsu, Yoga, and MMA, following traditional Gracie instruction method...