All states›Boxing Gyms›New Jersey›Elizabeth

Boxing Gyms in Elizabeth, NJ

3 of the 8 martial arts schools we list in Elizabeth 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. Black Belt America

    142 3rd St, Elizabeth, NJ 07206-1810

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
    Call Website Directions

  2. Zilla Boxing Club

    554 1st Ave, Elizabeth, NJ 07202

    Muay thai / kickboxing
    Call Website Directions

  3. America's Finest Karate & Kickboxing Academy

    1000 S Elmora Ave, Elizabeth, NJ 07202-3100

    Muay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
    Call Directions
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.

Also in Elizabeth

More in Elizabeth and New Jersey

Boxing Gyms near Elizabeth

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.