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.
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Rising Tide Academy
9570 Berger Rd, Columbia, MD 21046-1512
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Ground Control Columbia
9130 Red Branch Rd, Columbia, MD 21045-2006
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Watchdog Krav Maga
5570 Sterrett Pl, Columbia, MD 21044-2615
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Choe's HapKiDo of Columbia Karate Academy of Martial Arts
9458 Single Bird Ln, Columbia, MD 21046-2020
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Nabaiee's Family Martial Arts
8924 McGaw Ct, Columbia, MD 21045-4721
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Title Boxing Club Columbia M Flats
10101 Twin Rivers Rd, Columbia, MD 21044-2675
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Maryland Thai Boxing
8975 Guilford Rd, Columbia, MD 21046
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Mayweather Boxing and Fitness
6000 Merriweather Dr Ste B165, Columbia, MD 21044
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Fight Craftsman Gym
9179 Red Branch Rd Ste E, Columbia, MD 21045
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Good to know
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.