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First State Boxing
4.9 ★★★★★ 62 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Camden, Delaware
Kid-friendly, family-friendly gym with kickboxing, boxing and personal training classes.
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
- Women's classes dedicated women's kickboxing classes — a welcoming space to start out and train
- Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Today see hours ·
- Phone +1 302-538-6485
Hours
| Monday | 12–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 12–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 12–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 12–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 12–8:30 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–3 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“They treat everyone like family and make sure all the kids feel included.”
“My kids are beginners, absolutely no experience at all.”
“I will always recommend this spot for anyone who wants to train in boxing or just doing something they like….”
Other martial arts here
“I will always recommend this spot for anyone who wants to train in boxing or just doing something they like….”
“My sons been in class 2 months and has learned so much more than what he did for a year in karate!”
What members say
“They are great coaches, and work great with all age groups and levels of training, while providing a disciplined and fun environment.”
“Everyone there is very welcoming and willing to take the time with you.”
“I started my journey with Coach Anthony just over 2 years ago and my life has completely transformed since that time.”
“My kids love coming here and enjoy learning new things.”
“They have a way of making you believe in yourself and are great mentors for the young men and women that train with them.”
“I've lost plenty of weight, but more importantly gained the confidence that I will be able to defend myself if a bad situation should come my way.”
From the reviews
All of the coaches are great! They really motivate the kids and are really great with them! My sons been in class 2 months and has learned so much more than what he did for a year in karate! We will be staying around for awhile!
I was looking for a sport for my son to do. My daughter told me about the First State Obey boxing gym. I talked to coach A for like 45 minutes. He told me everything about his gym. That was about 3 months ago. We been here ever since. His other coaches coach Ray and coach D are awesome.
We really enjoy the coaches and the level of training we are receiving. Everyone there is very welcoming and willing to take the time with you. My son always looks forward to his boxing workouts. Can’t say enough great things about this gym.
Amazing gym for my family and I. Group classes are very proactive, positive coaching, and most of all Understand every person is different and coaches him differently to what the student needs.
New to kickboxing? Start at First State Boxing
First State Boxing 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 First State 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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