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Boxing Gym Cooper's
4.6 ★★★★★ 160 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Detroit, Michigan
Gym for learning martial arts such as Muay Thai and boxing via classes and programs.
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
- Kids & teen classes kids and teen kickboxing classes — built around confidence, focus, and fun
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule coopersgymusa.org — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 313-581-8999
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | 9 am–6 pm |
The classes they run
“Been training here now for 2 months give or take, as a beginner I was looking for a home.”
“For the best of all the arts from Boxing to Muay Thai This is the place in Detroit to learn REAL skills.”
“For the best of all the arts from Boxing to Muay Thai This is the place in Detroit to learn REAL skills.”
Other martial arts here
“For the best of all the arts from Boxing to Muay Thai This is the place in Detroit to learn REAL skills.”
“For the best of all the arts from Boxing to Muay Thai This is the place in Detroit to learn REAL skills.”
“This place is one of the best places to learn self defense I’ve learned so much.”
What members say
“Amazing coaches that push you past your limits.”
“Been training here now for 2 months give or take, as a beginner I was looking for a home.”
“I've tried the cookie cutter gyms out here, good cardio but cardio won't save me or my family if push comes to shove and I have no choice but to defend myself.”
From the reviews
This gym is a welcoming and friendly environment where everyone is treated with respect. The focus on discipline and character development is inspiring, and the instructors do a great job of teaching both martial arts skills and important values.
These individuals are kind and knowledgeable about their work. The owner treated me exceptionally well after I had a negative experience elsewhere. He took the time to address all my inquiries, and the pricing was quite accommodating. He matched me with an excellent trainer.
I’ve been training at coopers gym for a 4 years now, and honestly, it’s one of the best decisions I’ve made. From the moment you walk in, you can tell this place is serious about boxing — the sound of gloves hitting pads, people putting in work, and coaches actually paying attention to your form.
Great place for Muay Thai and American Boxing. One month in and plan to continue. Coopers gauged my experience and went over basics with instructors the first few classes. Each session is mostly structured and maintains discipline and self control.
New to kickboxing? Start at Boxing Gym Cooper's
Boxing Gym Cooper's comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. 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 Boxing Gym Cooper's
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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