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Boxing Gyms in Springfield, IL

6 of the 19 martial arts schools we list in Springfield have boxing or striking classes.

Boxing, kickboxing and Muay Thai are taught in very different rooms — some are fight gyms with a ring and a competition team, others run fitness-style classes where nobody spars. These gyms list boxing or striking classes, so you can pick by what you actually want to do: learn to fight, get in shape, or both.

  1. Springfield Karate and Fitness

    761 S Durkin Dr, Springfield, IL 62704-1311

    Monday & Wednesday 6 pm-6:45 pm

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
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  2. American Jujitsu

    1615 W Jefferson St, Springfield, IL 62702-4772

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
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  3. Paladin Combatives

    728 S 14th St, Springfield, IL 62703-1746

    Monday - Friday: 4:30pm - 8pm

    Free trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
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  4. Shudo Kan Karate Club

    1453 N Bradfordton Rd, Springfield, IL 62711

    Tuesdays and Thursdays are between 5:30

    Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
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  5. Springfield Cobras Boxing

    1600 Taylor Ave, Springfield, IL 62702

    Muay thai / kickboxing
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  6. Ring of Champions Boxing Club

    2400 E Cook St, Springfield, IL 62703-1949

    Muay thai / kickboxing
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Sparring is almost always optional. A good striking gym lets beginners train pad work and bag rounds for weeks before anyone steps in the ring, and many never spar at all. If contact matters to you either way, ask how sparring is scheduled and whether headgear and a partner of your size are required.

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Do I need experience to join a boxing gym?

No. Most gyms run beginner classes that start with stance, footwork and pad work. You will need hand wraps and gloves after the first trial session; many gyms lend gloves at first.

What is the difference between boxing and kickboxing classes?

Boxing uses punches only; kickboxing and Muay Thai add kicks, and Muay Thai adds knees, elbows and clinch work. Fitness kickboxing classes often skip partner drills entirely.

Are boxing classes good for kids?

Many gyms run youth programs focused on conditioning and technique with no head contact. Ask about age groups and whether youth sparring is supervised and optional.