Channel your Anthony Joshua with these top Boxing classes in Essex that will be sure to get you fighting fit in no time
By Joseph Dexter
Mar 14, 2019
Boxing is one of the best ways to get in shape for a great whole body workout.
Working on strengthening your arms and core as well as cardiovascular benefits boxing boasts a tonne of health benefits for those that want to tone up, lose weight and improve their general fitness.
Garry Lever, personal trainer and owner of one of the top boot camps in Essex the PT Farm in Brentwood knows just how important boxing can be to improve your fitness, saying: “Boxing is one of the best overall forms of fitness training around.
Short bursts of intense activity targeting the whole body, whilst challenging the muscular and cardiovascular endurance in a fun and dynamic way."
If you are struggling to see any results at the gym then you may be making these 5 common mistakes.David Lloyd Clubs run a Fight Klub class nationwide. This high-intensity workout combines boxing, kick-boxing and dance. This fun yet gruelling workout will get you into shape in no time. If this class sounds up your street don't forget to bring your own gloves, or if you are using the clubs gloves bring some inner gloves
Why we love it: David Lloyd has some of the finest facilities and personal trainers available that can tailor your workout to best suit you and what your fitness goals are.
Where: You can find a list of David Lloyd clubs at davidlloyd.co.uk
T: Contact your local David Lloyd club at davidlloyd.co.uk
More info: davidlloyd.co.uk
Whether you’re wanting to learn how to box, improve the skills you already have, or hit your peak fitness goals, Club KO can offer you one-to-one personal training. They also create specific training programs for groups or individuals who are looking to participate in amateur boxing contests.
Why we love it: This fully equipped boxing gym can cater for everyone no matter their skill level and specialising in 1 to 1 training you can be sure to get those results in no time.
Where: 158 Queen's Rd, Buckhurst Hill IG9 5BJ
T: 07968081722
More info: clubkoboxing.com
Lions Boxing and Fitness offers ‘regular people’ the opportunity to train in a professional boxing gym. Classes are open to everyone from 14 to 114! All training sessions take a boxing/bootcamp concept. The classes will vary depending on the trainer running the class. No two training sessions are the same at Lions, but one thing is for sure they’re all of the highest quality.
Why we love it: With a mixture of boxing and boot camp training you can be sure that each session will be different and more challenging than the one before so you get the most out of your workouts.
Where: Reeds Farm Estate, Roxwell Rd, Chelmsford, CM1 3RZ
T: 07817275992
More info: lionsboxinggym.com
The Locker Room provides classes for people who want to train like a pro fighter but don’t want to walk away with the hefty battle wounds. They will teach you how to think and perform like a pro in everything you do. They will push you to go one more round in the ring, do one more push-up, one more lap. They really do push you to go that more extra mile.
Why we love it: With 33 different classes every week to choose from and some of the top trainers there is a real sense of community with everyone helping you to push your limits and work hard.
Where: The Locker Room Gym, Clifftown Road, Southend On Sea, SS1 1AB
T: 01702668525
More info: thelockerroom.biz
Run by boxing enthusiast, experienced fighter and trainer, Joe Honey, Honeys Boxing hosts one of the best boxing classes in Essex. With some of the finest trainers in the business you couldn't be in safer hands as you learn everything from the correct technique to footwork with a reputation for outstanding results.
Why we love it: As it is run by some of the best boxing trainers you can be sure that you will get the top training from those who know exactly what they are talking about.
Where: 7 Totman Close, Rayleigh, SS6 7UZ
T: 01268859849
More info: honeysboxing.com
This family orientated studio is home to one of the best boxing classes in Essex. Catering for all skill types you can find all you need to get into boxing here. With top functional equipment you won't just know how to perform well in the ring but also will learn valuable fitness skills and techniques.
Why we love it: Whether you want to study kick boxing, boxing, attend a fitness class or get in shape from a personal trainer you can be sure that CBK have you covered.
Where: CBK Essex, Rawreth Lane, Rayleigh, SS6 9RL
T: 07707177753
More info: cbkessex.co.uk
Colchester
At the forefront of the fitness world, David Lloyd has numerous fantastic state-of-the-art gyms and facilities throughout Essex. David Lloyd Colchester is the latest addition to their family, opening its doors in October 2016 and being the country's newest health and fitness club. Based on a completely unique and innovative concept, David Lloyd Colchester offers much more than most, boasting fantastic tennis courts, 150 weekly group exercise classes, indoor, outdoor and kids' swimming pools, swimming lessons, after-school and holiday activities, soft indoor play area and a warm and welcoming café/bar. Offering everything you could possibly want from a health club, this venue is perfect for individuals, couples or families who want to make the most out of their leisure time.
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