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Round 1 Boxing

4.6 ★★★★★ 28 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Birmingham, Alabama

Kids & teens Competition team Affiliated

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

  • Kids & teen classes kids and teen kickboxing classes (ages 40) — built around confidence, focus, and fun
  • 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 round1goldengloves.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (205) 907-1752

Hours

Monday 3–8 PM
Tuesday 3–8 PM
Wednesday 3–8 PM
Thursday 3–8 PM
Friday Closed
Saturday 9 AM–12:30 PM
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays and class-schedule changes — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Kickboxing classes on the schedule at Round 1 Boxing, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Kickboxing 3 mentions

“My son is learning so much and thoroughly loves the workouts.”

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🥊 Boxing 7 mentions

“I would recommend anyone that is even remotely interested in boxing for sport or fitness to check this place out!”

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Other martial arts here

Kickboxing gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at Round 1 Boxing — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🥊 Boxing 7 mentions

“I would recommend anyone that is even remotely interested in boxing for sport or fitness to check this place out!”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want muay thai, boxing, or MMA alongside your kickboxing, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 28 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, motivating coaching 3 mentions

“Coach is great and genuinely cares for each of his boxers.”

🧠 builds confidence & relieves stress 3 mentions

“If you follow the routine you will learn great fundamentals and drastically improve your strength and confidence.”

🤝 friendly, family gym 4 mentions

“Atmosphere is great and other members are friendly.”

From the reviews

I started in June and have been 2-3 times a week since. If you follow the routine you will learn great fundamentals and drastically improve your strength and confidence. Most importantly the best part of the gym is the staff and the atmosphere. Its a safe yet competitive environment. EDIT: Regarding the first review.

★★★★★ — J, Dec 2015

Best boxing gym in Birmingham bar none. You won't find a more skilled and knowledgeable team of trainers anywhere near. Dave is an awesome coach and generally a good person. If you really want to learn about boxing and train with passionate people, Round 1 is the place to do it.

★★★★★ — Bradley, Dec 2018

This place is awesome! used to live in the area, spent a couple nights a week here for nearly 2 years. Dave's knowledge and training expertise are second to none- this coming from someone that has been to a few different gyms. Atmosphere is great and other members are friendly.

★★★★★ — Tyler, Nov 2017

This place has changed my life. I have nueropathy I was very clumsy when I first started! I could not even stand up! Coach Dave is great! Everyone there is like family! This man has changed my life! Whether you want to work out or go out for the boxing team . Round 1 boxing has something for everyone!

★★★★★ — Mike, Nov 2015

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Your first kickboxing class at Round 1 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.

Kickboxing is a contact sport. Warm up, pace yourself, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Round 1 Boxing

1580 Montgomery Hwy #13, Birmingham, AL35216

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