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Boxing Gyms in Lexington, KY

6 of the 33 martial arts schools we list in Lexington 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. Premier Martial Arts

    2160 Sir Barton Way, Lexington, KY 40509-2218

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
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  2. Eagle Martial Arts

    3146 Mapleleaf Dr, Lexington, KY 40509-1258

    Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
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  3. Buckeye Boxing Gym

    2350 Woodhill Dr Ste 72, Lexington, KY 40509

    Mon - Thur: 6am - 8pm, Friday: 6am-12pm, Saturday: 8am - 12pm

    Muay thai / kickboxing
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  4. iLoveKickboxing - Lexington

    2308 Sir Barton Way Ste 190, Lexington, KY 40509

    Muay thai / kickboxing
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  5. Rock Steady Boxing Lexington

    2520 Nicholasville Rd, Lexington, KY 40503-3378

    Muay thai / kickboxing
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  6. Thrive Tribe Boxing & Fitness

    182 Turner Cmns Wy, Lexington, KY 40508

    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.