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Boxing Gyms in Newark, NJ

8 of the 25 martial arts schools we list in Newark 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. Team Raposa

    269 Oliver St, Newark, NJ 07105-2507

    Mon-Fri 5pm-9pm, Sat 11am-1pm

    Kids classesFree trial classMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
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  2. IRONBOUND Boxing Academy

    226 Rome St, Newark, NJ 07105-3920

    Mon 5pm–8pm, Sat 10am–2pm, Sun closed

    Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxing
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  3. CKO Kickboxing Newark

    169 Halsey St, Newark, NJ 07102

    Free trial classMuay thai / kickboxing
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  4. Elite Heat Boxing Gym

    130 Mt Pleasant Ave, Newark, NJ 07104

    Muay thai / kickboxing
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  5. Metafit Complete

    1670 Rt 46 , located in Plaza 46, Newark, NJ 07424

    Muay thai / kickboxing
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  6. Level Up 627

    627 Orange St, Newark, NJ 07107

    Muay thai / kickboxing
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  7. Kickboxing Newark - TKN

    109 Monroe St, Newark, NJ 07105-2137

    Muay thai / kickboxing
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  8. Charlie Dew Drop Boxing Club

    24 Sunset Ave, Newark, NJ 07106

    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.