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Urban Boxing Foggy Bottom

4.8 ★★★★★ 221 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Washington, District of Columbia

Kickboxing gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Cardio kickboxing Private lessons Competition team

Spacious gym offering boxing, kickboxing and BJJ classes for all levels plus personal training.

Plan your first class

  • Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
  • Beginner-friendly all fitness levels welcome, including total beginners — no experience needed, and you get in shape by training, not before
  • Cardio kickboxing classes high-energy cardio kickboxing on the bags and pads — a fun, sweaty workout built for fitness and weight loss, at your own pace
  • 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
  • Sparring sparring and partner work for members who want it — always optional, eased in gradually, with the coach controlling the contact
  • 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 urbanboxingdc.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 202-621-8131

Hours

Monday 7 am–9 pm
Tuesday 6 am–9 pm
Wednesday 7 am–9 pm
Thursday 6 am–8 pm
Friday 10 am–8 pm
Saturday 8:30 am–1:30 pm
Sunday 9:30 am–1:15 pm

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 Urban Boxing Foggy Bottom, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🔥 Cardio Kickboxing 5 mentions

“Arturo coached this morning session, it was a Bootcamp Boxing so a nice mix of combinations on heavy bag and some butt kicking exercises.”

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🌱 Beginners 7 mentions

“Instructors Agatha and Sophie were so helpful, as it was my first time kickboxing.”

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🤜 Sparring 2 mentions

“Lots of good partners to spar/roll with from a range of skill levels, and Mike (both of them) is an amazing instructor.”

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🏆 Competition Team

“High level of coaching that caters to both beginners and competitors .”

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🦵 Muay Thai 2 mentions

“They offer a variety of classes including boxing, jiu-jitsu, Muay Thai, and kickboxing, which keeps things interesting.”

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🥊 Boxing 18 mentions

“As a boxing practitioner of many years, I greatly appreciate the warm personalities and the expertise that is offered here.”

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👤 Private Lessons

“I also purchased a Private Lesson for a more tailored boxing training experience.”

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Kickboxing Bootcamp

“Arturo coached this morning session, it was a Bootcamp Boxing so a nice mix of combinations on heavy bag and some butt kicking exercises.”

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🧒 Kids Kickboxing

“In town from the Bronx for a quick stay to set up my daughter in her new apartment.”

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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 Urban Boxing Foggy Bottom — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🦵 Muay Thai 2 mentions

“They offer a variety of classes including boxing, jiu-jitsu, Muay Thai, and kickboxing, which keeps things interesting.”

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🥊 Boxing 18 mentions

“As a boxing practitioner of many years, I greatly appreciate the warm personalities and the expertise that is offered here.”

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🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 4 mentions

“They offer a variety of classes including boxing, jiu-jitsu, Muay Thai, and kickboxing, which keeps things interesting.”

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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 221 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, motivating coaching 6 mentions

“Lots of good partners to spar/roll with from a range of skill levels, and Mike (both of them) is an amazing instructor.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 14 mentions

“Instructors Agatha and Sophie were so helpful, as it was my first time kickboxing.”

🎉 fun, high-energy classes 5 mentions

“Two really knowledgeable instructors who keep great energy going throughout the entire class time.”

💦 killer cardio workout 3 mentions

“Arturo coached this morning session, it was a Bootcamp Boxing so a nice mix of combinations on heavy bag and some butt kicking exercises.”

🧼 clean, well-equipped gym 8 mentions

“The equipment is great and they actually maintain/clean their equipment (after class, I saw someone that was designated to clean the mats).”

🤝 friendly, family gym 13 mentions

“The environment is very welcoming, the classes are well structured, and you learn proper technique.”

From the reviews

I have trained at this gym since 2020! I will never stop recommending it. Boxing classes and the people are awesome. The BJJ team is amazing and my favorite is the new addition of WRESTLING! Gideon is one of the best coaches and he makes sure everyone understands the complex mechanics and rules of wrestling.

★★★★★ — Vanessa, Apr 2025

Urban Boxing at Foggy Bottom has been awesome to me. The overall vibe is amazing. I felt to be part of a great community. All the trainers are super nice and take an interest in you no matter what fitness level you’re at.

★★★★★ — Saner, Jun 2023

This gym is very welcoming. I took the morning boxing class and it gave me a good sweat. I also purchased a Private Lesson for a more tailored boxing training experience. The equipment is great and they actually maintain/clean their equipment (after class, I saw someone that was designated to clean the mats).

★★★★★ — Jay, Dec 2023

I’ve only taken one class here, the free trial, and I already know I’m going to sign up, great atmosphere, great people, teachers are so amazing and down to help, and you’re not going to get a deal this good anywhere in DC tbh

★★★★★ — Mofiyinfoluwa, Jan 2025

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New to kickboxing? Start at Urban Boxing Foggy Bottom

Urban Boxing Foggy Bottom 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.

Check beginner classes on their site

Your first kickboxing class at Urban Boxing Foggy Bottom

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 Urban Boxing Foggy Bottom

1116 24th St NW, Washington, DC20037

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