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Boxing Gyms in Akron, OH

5 of the 24 martial arts schools we list in Akron 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. The Academy of Self-Defense

    1220 E Tallmadge Ave, Akron, OH 44310-3648

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
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  2. White Birch Tai Chi at The Hub Community Center

    3676 Copley Rd, Akron, OH 44321

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
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  3. Asian Sun Martial Arts of Green

    3333 Massillon Rd, Akron, OH 44312

    Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
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  4. Popeye's Boxing Gym

    538 W Market St, Akron, OH 44303-1839

    Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxing
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  5. Popeyes Boxing Gym

    845 Crouse St, Akron, OH 44306

    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.