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Port City Boxing & Fitness
4.9 ★★★★★ 24 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Wilmington, North Carolina
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.
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
- 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 ·
- Website & schedule portcityboxing.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 910-622-5382
Hours
| Monday | 8:30 am–2 pm, 4–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30 am–2 pm, 4–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30 am–2 pm, 4–8 pm |
| Thursday | 8:30 am–2 pm, 4–8 pm |
| Friday | 8:30 am–2 pm, 4–8 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–12:30 pm |
| Sunday | 4–6 pm |
The classes they run
“If you are serious about learning the sweet science of boxing and will to put in some work, this is definitely the place for you.”
Other martial arts here
“If you are serious about learning the sweet science of boxing and will to put in some work, this is definitely the place for you.”
What members say
“Great coach, and great environment.”
From the reviews
A very traditional boxing gym but very supportive and encouraging. Coach Andre is a work horse and supports all of his boxers. He meets where you are at as far your physical health and boxing knowledge.
One of a kind boxing gym , The coach works with everyone to meet there needs whether it’s fitness or competition .
Awesome energy, old school vibe, inspiring workouts. Coach Andre’s a dedicated guy.
Looking for a training facility to relax and chill. This isn't the place for you. If you are serious about learning the sweet science of boxing and will to put in some work, this is definitely the place for you.
New to kickboxing? Start at Port City Boxing & Fitness
Port City Boxing & Fitness 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 Port City Boxing & Fitness
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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