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The Shop. Strength and Fitness

5 ★★★★★ 18 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Upland, California

Kids & teens Private lessons

Plan your first class

  • 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
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  • Website & schedule theshopboxing.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 909-222-2019

Hours

Monday 5–8 pm
Tuesday 5–8 pm
Wednesday 5–8 pm
Thursday 5–8 pm
Friday Closed
Saturday Closed
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 The Shop. Strength and Fitness, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Kickboxing 4 mentions

“ost places , kids have to be over 8.”

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🥊 Boxing 11 mentions

“I have been boxing and training privately for one year and then I added Eric Garcia's personal training and took my boxing ability to the next level!”

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👤 Private Lessons 2 mentions

“I have been boxing and training privately for one year and then I added Eric Garcia's personal training and took my boxing ability to the next level!”

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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 The Shop. Strength and Fitness — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🥊 Boxing 11 mentions

“I have been boxing and training privately for one year and then I added Eric Garcia's personal training and took my boxing ability to the next level!”

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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 18 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, motivating coaching 6 mentions

“The coach is great and patient with both my boys and there a handful.”

💦 killer cardio workout 3 mentions

“I get pushed and coach Eric puts in the time to teach us boxing with conditioning.”

🧒 strong kids program 2 mentions

“Bring your kids, they love it.”

🧼 clean, well-equipped gym 4 mentions

“The atmosphere is great and clean and have all the equipment to excel in boxing.”

🧠 builds confidence & relieves stress 2 mentions

“The trainer has improved my son confidence, and strength level .”

From the reviews

I have been boxing and training privately for one year and then I added Eric Garcia's personal training and took my boxing ability to the next level! Not only does he know what he is doing and yet he challenges me to be and do more than I thought possible!

★★★★★ — Lori, Jun 2024

I've been working out at The Shop for 6 months & I've seen amazing results! At first, I was intimidated because I never exercised & I knew absolutely nothing about boxing. I thought I would be embarrassed working out & trying to box, but on the contrary, everyone is very professional & encouraging!

★★★★★ — Arianna, Jul 2022

The Shop is the BEST KEPT SECRET in all of California. Coach Eric aka "The Head Chef" has been cooking up professional boxing technics for 2 decades. His approach to boxings greatest details is 2nd to none. Schedule a private training session and you won't be disappointed.

★★★★★ — Joshua, Apr 2026

I always had a drive to try boxing and it wasn't till I trained here at the shop that I fell in love with it. The owner Eric really showed me the ins and outs of boxing and pushed me to challenge myself something new. With his great professional training, I accomplished something I've always wanted to be.

★★★★★ — Mat, Feb 2017

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Your first kickboxing class at The Shop. Strength and 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.

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 The Shop. Strength and Fitness

56 N Central Ave, Upland, CA91786

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