Broad Street Boxing — Stratford-upon-Avon
Amateur boxing for all ages and all skill levels.
No experience needed. Just the will to show up.
Broad Street Boxing was founded in 1987 in a single back room with two punchbags, a patched speed ball, and a group of kids from the estate who had nowhere else to go. More than three decades on, we're still here — and we still believe boxing has the power to transform a life.
We're not a franchise. We're not a boutique fitness studio. We're a proper amateur boxing club — affiliated with England Boxing — run by coaches who came up through the sport and give their time because they believe in what they're doing.
From total beginners stepping onto a gym floor for the first time, to competitive fighters chasing national titles, everyone is welcome here. We train hard, we respect each other, and we leave ego at the door. That's been our culture since day one.
Never put on a glove before? This is where you start. We cover stance, footwork, the basic punches, and defence — building the muscle memory that everything else is built on. Small groups, patient coaching, zero pressure.
Mon, Wed, Fri — 6:30 pmOur junior programme builds discipline, self-confidence, and fitness in young people aged 8–16. All ability levels welcome. A structured, safe environment where juniors learn the sport and the respect it demands.
Tue, Thu — 5:00 pm · Sat — 10:00 amBoxing-based fitness without the sparring. Bag work, pads, circuits, and conditioning drills. The hardest cardio you'll ever enjoy. No competitive environment — just you, the bag, and serious results.
Mon, Wed — 7:45 pm · Sat — 9:00 amFor fighters ready to step through the ropes. We prepare boxers for England Boxing licensed bouts at regional and national level. Selection by coach assessment. Hard work, honest feedback, a team behind you on fight night.
Mon–Fri — 7:00 pm · Sat — 11:00 am"I'm 43 and just decided to learn boxing this year. Never too late they say. Andy is an amazing coach — he has really good training plans and knows how to explain everything for a total beginner. I feel very lucky I can learn from him. If you want to learn boxing don't hesitate to call Andy, he is the best you can find in this area."
"Started when I was 10, been doing it for years — now I'm a carded amateur boxer after winning 7 consecutive fights at White Collar level. Coaches are very friendly, laid back but still push you. Very good environment to learn boxing and get fit. This sport and this club changed my life."
"Great club. For anyone and any level — children to adults, everyone's welcomed. Great for physical and mental health."
"The coach is very nice — a free mint choc chip ice cream kind of bloke."
Not at all. The majority of our members started with zero boxing experience. Our Beginner Fundamentals sessions are built for people who have never thrown a punch. You'll learn alongside others at a similar stage — no fitness level required. We'll meet you where you are.
We welcome juniors from age 8 in our dedicated Under 16s programme. Sessions are age-grouped and follow England Boxing's safeguarding guidelines strictly. Younger participants focus on technical skills, fitness, and character — competitive sparring only begins when both the boxer and their coach agree they're ready.
For your first few sessions: just yourself, trainers, and a water bottle. We have loaner gloves and wraps for beginners. Once you're sticking around, we'll advise on your own gloves, wraps, gumshield, and headguard for sparring — with a recommended kit list that won't break the bank.
Monthly membership is £35 for adults and £25 for juniors, covering unlimited access to all eligible sessions. Your first session is always free — no strings attached. England Boxing registration is included in the annual fee, which covers you for competition if you go down that route.
Yes — as an England Boxing affiliated club we enter boxers in licensed bouts throughout the year, from local shows to regional and national championships. Competition is always optional and readiness-based, never pressured. We've produced multiple regional champions and national finalists, and we take pride in how we prepare our fighters on and off fight night.
Comfortable gym clothes you can move freely in — shorts or joggers, a t-shirt or vest. Trainers with a flat or thin sole are ideal, but standard trainers are fine for day one. Avoid anything with exposed zips or metal eyelets that could catch on the bags. Beyond that, just come as you are.
The hardest part is walking in for the first time. We know that. Fill out the form, or just turn up on a Monday night — we'll be here.
Thanks for reaching out. One of our coaches will get back to you within 24 hours. See you on the gym floor.
