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Urban Boxing Navy Yard
5 ★★★★★ 103 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Washington, District of Columbia
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.
Energetic fitness center for boxing, also offering fitness classes.
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 urbanboxingnavyyard.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 202-621-8705
Hours
| Monday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 6:15 am–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 6:15 am–8 pm |
| Friday | 9 am–8 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–1:30 pm |
| Sunday | 9 am–1:30 pm |
The classes they run
“They’re also great about implementing body weight exercises to ensure you’re getting a full body work out!”
“Urban Boxing’s Navy Yard location is everything you’d want from a beginner’s boxing gym.”
“The facility has new, clean equipment, all of the bags you could ever want, and a sparring ring.”
“When I first joined I was interested in bags and partner drill classes, but soon I had set a goal to compete in an amateur boxing match.”
“I've been on and off in boxing and Muay Thai over the years, but I've been consistent thanks to finding a home at Urban Boxing.”
“As a newbie who didn’t know anything about boxing I was nervous before my first class, and now I’m absolutely loving it here and this place feels like a community.”
“Coach Mike – If you want a boxing boot camp experience, Mike’s classes are where it’s at.”
“My son trains with Robert and a few others at this location.”
Other martial arts here
“I've been on and off in boxing and Muay Thai over the years, but I've been consistent thanks to finding a home at Urban Boxing.”
“As a newbie who didn’t know anything about boxing I was nervous before my first class, and now I’m absolutely loving it here and this place feels like a community.”
“And jiu-jitsu classes led by Ron or Mike challenge you to learn every time you visit.”
What members say
“I want to call out Kelly, Del, Jordan, Lauren, and Mike specifically as incredible coaches who pushed me to be my best.”
“As a newbie who didn’t know anything about boxing I was nervous before my first class, and now I’m absolutely loving it here and this place feels like a community.”
“Really great staff, gym energy was upbeat and Professor Mike took time to work with us individually.”
“Del’s classes are amazing too, he gives a killer workout that will leave you feeling like the best version of yourself!”
“When I first joined I was interested in bags and partner drill classes, but soon I had set a goal to compete in an amateur boxing match.”
“The space is well laid out and kept clean; staff is friendly and gets to know you; and every coach knows exactly what they're doing.”
From the reviews
Hands down the best boxing gym I’ve ever gone to! From day one they made me feel like part of a community. The coaches are amazing and kind and you get such a great workout every time. 10000/10 would recommend this boxing gym! If I wasn’t moving from DC I’ll probably have a membership here forever.
I’ve tried 9Round Fitness and Mayweather Boxing for years, and while I was always getting a solid cardio workout, I eventually realized something was missing — I wasn’t actually learning the fundamentals of boxing. That all changed when I joined Urban Boxing Navy Yard.
Urban Boxing is a fantastic gym. I was visiting D.C. for business and needed a good boxing gym to maintain my conditioning routine. My hometown boxing gym is run by a former Olympian, so I was worried about finding a gym of a similar caliber.
My first Urban Boxing experience was in the Arlington location, but Navy Yard has definitely become my favorite location of all. Their staff and coaches are very friendly and push you to do better every class. The gym is gorgeous and with the space and equipment needed to enjoy your class.
New to kickboxing? Start at Urban Boxing Navy Yard
Urban Boxing Navy Yard 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 Urban Boxing Navy Yard
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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