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Annapolis Boxing
4.9 ★★★★★ 57 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Annapolis, Maryland
Affiliated gym — reviews and the gym's own info suggest it belongs to a known kickboxing or boxing-fitness franchise or network (think 9Round, iLoveKickboxing, CKO, TITLE Boxing Club or Jabz). Franchise gyms run a consistent class format and are often a friendly, familiar place to start. If a specific brand matters to you, confirm it on the gym's own site.
Boxing gym offering classes for different ages and skill levels in a space with a competition ring.
Plan your first class
- Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Beginner-friendly all fitness levels welcome, including total beginners — no experience needed, and you get in shape by training, not before
- Cardio kickboxing classes high-energy cardio kickboxing on the bags and pads — a fun, sweaty workout built for fitness and weight loss, at your own pace
- Kids & teen classes kids and teen kickboxing classes (ages 12–17) — built around confidence, focus, and fun
- Sparring sparring and partner work for members who want it — always optional, eased in gradually, with the coach controlling the contact
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves in the ring — amateur kickboxing, muay thai, or K-1
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule boxingannapolis.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 410-220-1184
Hours
| Monday | 9 am–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 9 am–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 9 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 9 am–8 pm |
| Friday | 9 am–7 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“His beginner classes are awesome as he adjusts the curriculum to whoever is there and continues to teach and push you no matter what your goals are.”
“Saturday open gym is awesome because you can see the combat/sparring guys going at it, very cool to watch.”
“I came in with a background in Muay Thai and Karate, and Coach Rocha has made the transition to Olympic-style boxing both challenging and rewarding.”
“I am very grateful to Coach Ed for opening the boxing in the Annapolis - kids from 11 to 16 love coming to box there, feel more confident, and practice boxing at home.”
“I am very grateful to Coach Ed for opening the boxing in the Annapolis - kids from 11 to 16 love coming to box there, feel more confident, and practice boxing at home.”
Other martial arts here
“I came in with a background in Muay Thai and Karate, and Coach Rocha has made the transition to Olympic-style boxing both challenging and rewarding.”
“I am very grateful to Coach Ed for opening the boxing in the Annapolis - kids from 11 to 16 love coming to box there, feel more confident, and practice boxing at home.”
“I came in with a background in Muay Thai and Karate, and Coach Rocha has made the transition to Olympic-style boxing both challenging and rewarding.”
What members say
“It starts with Coach Ed, who is extremely knowledgeable, a wonderful teacher, and patient with people newer to the sport, like me.”
“His beginner classes are awesome as he adjusts the curriculum to whoever is there and continues to teach and push you no matter what your goals are.”
“Great energy surrounded by professional and positive atmosphere.”
“His sessions are a great mix of technique and intense workout.”
“The technical training is next-level, and the work we put in shows results — I’m in my 50s, and my latest physical stats (heart rate, blood pressure) are like they were in my 20s.”
“That certification is the highest level awarded by USA Boxing and reflects his ability to train boxers all the way up to international competition.”
From the reviews
I have been going to Annapolis Boxing for about a month and a half and I can truly say that I love the experience. I’m 39 years old with no real athletic background or fighting experience. My goal is to push my body to its limits and to get boxing fit and lean.
I’ve been training at Annapolis Boxing since January, and it’s been a phenomenal experience. Coach Edson Rocha is the only Gold Level USA Boxing coach in the area — which is a huge deal.
This experience with Annapolis boxing has been awesome so far. I have trained at other gyms and learned a lot, but I have only been training at this gym for a little over a month and have already learned a ton from Coach Edson.
Coach Ed is the BEST! I’ve been going to the gym for about three months now. We started with his intro class which was an amazing start to lay the basics. Coach Ed is very disciplined and detail oriented, won’t let you practice bad habits! Class sizes are fairly small so you’re never overlooked.
New to kickboxing? Start at Annapolis Boxing
Annapolis Boxing comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. If you've never thrown a punch or a kick, that's exactly who a good beginners class is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or coordinated to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale every drill to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable gyms build the basics (stance, footwork, and punches and kicks on pads and bags) first, and any contact eases in gradually under a coach's control. Third, all fitness levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first kickboxing class at Annapolis Boxing
Nervous about walking into a kickboxing gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling the basics — stance, footwork, and punches and kicks on pads or a heavy bag — not hard sparring. Go at your own pace and rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: comfortable athletic clothes you can move and sweat in, and supportive trainers. What to bring: water, and hand wraps and gloves if you have them — many gyms lend loaner gloves for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gloves and wraps (and shin guards once you start sparring). Sparring is optional and eases in gradually, once your basics are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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