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Archetype Boxing Club
5 ★★★★★ 178 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Austin, Texas
Boxing-focused workout center featuring sparring rings, bag work and an inclusive atmosphere.
Plan your first class
- 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
- Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Sparring sparring and partner work for members who want it — always optional, eased in gradually, with the coach controlling the contact
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule archetypeboxing.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 512-551-3178
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 am–7:15 pm |
| Tuesday | 6:30 am–7:15 pm |
| Wednesday | 6:30 am–7:15 pm |
| Thursday | 7:15 am–7:15 pm |
| Friday | 8 am–7:15 pm |
| Saturday | 8:30–11 am |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The sessions are well-structured and varied, rotating between heavy bags, ring work, speed ball, and rhythm drills, so it never gets boring.”
“As a woman, I feel safe and empowered.”
“I’ve always wanted to get into boxing, but I was intimidated and worried I’d be judged for being a beginner with no prior experience.”
“The sessions are well-structured and varied, rotating between heavy bags, ring work, speed ball, and rhythm drills, so it never gets boring.”
“” 😂 He’s taught me Boxing, Muay Thai, Greco-Roman wrestling, and the little nuances that work in the ring, and what actually works on the street.”
“Sean Apperson and Tyson Mendeas are excellent professional coaches and have built an inviting and inclusive community at Archetype Boxing Club.”
“There’s a ton of one-on-one coaching during each class to help you get up to speed, which made a huge difference.”
Other martial arts here
“” 😂 He’s taught me Boxing, Muay Thai, Greco-Roman wrestling, and the little nuances that work in the ring, and what actually works on the street.”
“Sean Apperson and Tyson Mendeas are excellent professional coaches and have built an inviting and inclusive community at Archetype Boxing Club.”
What members say
“but also, if you're serious about getting into incredible shape or massively improving your boxing, these guys are elite coaches.”
“I’ve always wanted to get into boxing, but I was intimidated and worried I’d be judged for being a beginner with no prior experience.”
“Any person with any level of experience can come in and get an amazing workout while learning a new skill.”
“Update 6/18/2025: I’m 450 classes in, I come in 10 times a week, doubling up in the morning, doing conditioning with the coaches and other archetypes.”
“Just finished the eight week fight camp with great results 💪🏼 and have built the habits needed to continue improving my health, mind, and body.”
“Sean and Tyson put on the class and did a great job - they provided a clean facility, everything we needed with wraps and gloves, and a good experience.”
From the reviews
I'm not exaggerating when I say that Archetype boxing is the BEST gym, hands down (keep 'em up though) First and foremost, the coaches, Sean, Tyson and Jeremy, are fantastic--they're all great teachers, chill but very hands on and approachable.
Update 6/18/2025: I’m 450 classes in, I come in 10 times a week, doubling up in the morning, doing conditioning with the coaches and other archetypes. This place changed my life, I’m in the best shape of my life, I feel healthier and stronger than ever.
I have nothing but good things to say about Archetype Boxing! I took my first class about 6 months ago and have been loving this place ever since! The staff are incredible! Tyson, Sean, and Natalie do an amazing job coaching! I was always intrigued by boxing, but was too scared to try it.
Two years ago I was looking for a boxing gym. I didn’t want to go to some Tae Bo cardio boxing place and I didn’t want to go somewhere that I felt completely lost on day one, like I was already behind before I walked into the gym.
New to kickboxing? Start at Archetype Boxing Club
Archetype Boxing Club 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 Archetype Boxing Club
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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