Boxing Gyms in Tacoma, Washington

Ludusport Academy & Gym is a modern Mixed Martial Arts facility in Tacoma, Washington, offering training in Boxing, Kickboxing, Thaiboxing, Submission Wrestling, Jiu Jitsu, and Mixed Martial Arts. Catering to all skill levels and ages, the gym provides both recreational and competitive instruction. New members can register via the MyStudio App using the studio code "Ludusport." The full-service gym combines expert coaching with a welcoming environment for martial arts enthusiasts.

Wave Combat Sports is located at 1720 S 7th St in Tacoma, Washington, offering classes in Muay Thai, BJJ, and fitness. The gym features experienced coaches like Micah B., a professional Muay Thai and MMA striking coach, and Rudy Gonzales, a fitness enthusiast with 15 years of martial arts experience. Private and semi-private training is available in all programs. Drop-in classes cost $25, with short-term memberships for visitors and flexible membership options from no commitment to annual agreements. The gym sells training apparel, equipment, and beverages. Rules prioritize respect, cleanliness, and proper attire-NoGi gear must be free of pockets, zippers, and buttons. Visitors can try trial lessons, with the drop-in fee credited toward membership upon sign-up.

T-Town MMA/Checkmat Tacoma, located at 955 Tacoma Ave S, Tacoma, WA 98402, has been the area's longest-standing MMA, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and Kickboxing school since 2006. As a Checkmat affiliate, the gym fosters a family-like atmosphere while positively impacting the Tacoma community through martial arts. Programs include Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (Gi and No-Gi), Kickboxing, Muay Thai, Women's BJJ, and Kid's BJJ, with striking classes blending multiple disciplines. The gym strongly supports women in martial arts, offering women's-only instruction twice weekly. Families can train together, with dedicated kids' classes for ages 4-6 and up.

Classes run at various times, including early morning BJJ at 5:00 a.m., and cover basics, advanced training, sparring, and open mats. The coaching staff, led by Third Degree Black Belt Jimmy Thompson, includes experienced instructors like Head Kid's Coach Ginger Jackson and Women's Program Director Rose Singer. The BJJ program emphasizes leverage and technique, welcoming all fitness levels, while the Kickboxing & Muay Thai program builds strength and endurance through pad work, bag training, and optional sparring. Holiday specials and punch cards are available. Contact via [email protected].

KickHouse is a modern kickboxing studio at 5401 Sixth Ave Suite 315 in Tacoma, Washington, blending boxing basics with diverse fitness modalities for balanced, full-body workouts. The gym offers a range of dynamic classes, including KickStart, ClassicKick, PowerKick, RecoveryKick, FamilyKicks, KickOnDemand, ResistanceKick, Kickin'Abs, and Kickin'Beats. Experienced instructors like Amber, Kristen, Kathleen, Laura, Mila, Jasmine, Tiffany, Vanessa W., Shaunda, and Bobbie bring unique, motivational approaches to each session. Open Monday through Friday from early morning to evening, with weekend hours, KickHouse fosters a supportive, family-like atmosphere where members of all fitness levels thrive. Members praise the encouraging instructors and strong community vibe, making it an ideal place to achieve fitness goals.

Tacoma Boxing Club, located at 3109 South 60th Street in Tacoma, Washington, offers a youth boxing program for members aged 8-40, both male and female. New members pay an $85 application fee and $100 monthly dues, with registration through usaboxing.org required. Head coach Tom Mustin, leading since 1974, has trained athletes in football, basketball, and boxing, with many advancing to college and professional levels. His achievements include coaching the 2000 U.S. Olympic team, earning USA Boxing Coach of the Year (1991), and inductions into the Washington State Sports Hall of Fame (1996) and National Golden Gloves Hall of Fame (2015). Assistant coach Emmett Linton Sr., involved since 1974, trained his sons-Emmett Jr., a two-time world champion, and Robert, a Golden Gloves winner. The gym operates Monday-Thursday from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Contact at 253-222-2269 or [email protected]. Associated Tacoma Golden Gloves celebrated its 75th anniversary in 2024. Donations and community support are welcomed.