Our classes are held outdoors, all year round, at Roberto Clemente Field in Boston, MA.
Weekday classes are hosted near the scoreboard, the opposite side of the field to the basketball courts. Weekend morning classes are hosted on the basketball court at 9:30am or 10am depending on the season.
Please monitor our schedule as classes are something canceled due to weather conditions.
We do not workout in the rain, snow or anything under -10 celsius degrees (14 degrees F).
If you have any questions, please send us a message.
Beantown Boxing focuses on proper boxing technique in a partnered 'focus mitt' workout.
Our coaches teach you to punch, move, and box correctly.
We offer the only outdoor boxing classes in Boston, with about 80% of our members being female.
Our classes are non-contact, so there's no sparring or getting punched.
We are not a heavy bag facility. Many members join us for the personalized coaching they didn't receive elsewhere.
Regardless of your skill level, we can help you improve!
You do not need any experience in Boxing to join our classes. We'll coach you everything you need to know.
No prior boxing experience is required to join Beantown Boxing.
We welcome new members and tailor our coaching to your skill level. Classes include beginner-friendly instruction, and we will coach you over time to continuously improve your technique.
Everybody has a 1st class. So come try us out at Beantown Boxing.
For your first class, just bring yourself! Handwraps are included with your first class purchase, and we provide gloves and mitts. Wear sneakers and weather-appropriate workout clothing. After your first class, you'll need to purchase your own boxing gloves and focus mitts, which are included in some membership options.
Possibly some jump-rope, learning to punch, slip and weave and lots of sweating.
We train you like a real boxer.
We are not a heavy bag gym, we run instructional, interactive boxing classes in which we coach our members to be the best boxers they can be.
We are tuition heavy!
If your technique needs improving, we aim to fix it!
No, we don't do contracts.
Our Unlimited Membership is month-to-month. Our Class Packs are 3 months.
Month-to-month memberships are on 'monthly autopay' but you can cancel your membership anytime.
You can reach us by filling out the contact form on our website.
We try to respond promptly.
If you see us training in the field, just come over and say hello.
1: Creating a supportive, inclusive community for all.
2: Creating a social workout environment in which everyone meets new people in classes.
3: Coaching and teaching our members the skills of the sport of boxing, helping them grow, and supporting them to continuously improve their skillset.
Outdoor boxing training improves fitness through enhanced cardiovascular endurance, strength, power, agility, coordination, mental toughness, calorie burning, flexibility, and mobility, as supported by studies and expert analyses.
Beantown Boxing is the only Boxing Gym that offers year-round outdoor classes.
Once you've tried outdoor boxing, you won't want to go back inside!
Cardiovascular Endurance: Continuous movement, footwork, and punching elevate heart rate, mimicking HIIT to boost VOâ‚‚ max more effectively than steady-state cardio; a 12-week study showed improvements in aerobic endurance.
Strength and Power: Full-body engagement from punches through legs, core, and arms builds functional strength, muscular endurance, and power.
Agility and Coordination: Footwork, defensive moves, and punching demand hand-eye coordination, balance, agility, and reaction time, with studies confirming gains.
Mental Toughness: Outdoor settings add fresh air and nature exposure, boosting mental resilience, focus, stress relief, and enjoyment for longer workouts; Studies show that 30 minutes outdoors lowers depression risk.
Calorie Burning: Sessions burn 500-1,000 calories/hour via HIIT, aiding fat loss; outdoor resistance like wind increases burn by up to 15% vs. indoors.
Flexibility and Mobility: Dynamic movements improve joint health, posture, and mobility when done with proper technique.
Outdoor training specifically enhances these via varied terrain, natural light for better sleep, and stimulating environments for consistency.
We recommend 2-3 sessions weekly for optimal results.
Come see what makes us different from the rest.
Cardiovascular Fitness: These workouts provide an excellent cardio session, helping improve heart health and endurance.
Full-Body Workout: Boxing engages multiple muscle groups, including arms, shoulders, core, and legs, leading to overall body toning and strength.
Stress Relief: Punching and movement can act as a great stress reliever, helping to release tension and improve mood.
Improved Coordination and Balance: Training involves footwork, hand-eye coordination, and timing, which enhance motor skills and balance.
Low Risk of Injury: Since there is no physical contact with an opponent, the risk of injuries like bruises or concussions is greatly reduced.
Weight Loss and Metabolism Boost: The high-intensity nature of the workout helps burn calories and can boost metabolism.
Accessibility: Suitable for all fitness levels and ages 12+ because it can be customized in intensity and complexity.
Mental Focus and Discipline: The techniques and combinations require concentration, which can improve mental clarity and discipline.