Welcome to

Ballard Barbell and Boxing Club

Ballard’s Original Boxing Gym – Locally Owned, Built on Strength, Skill, and Community.

What We Offer

Group Classes

Open to anyone who wants to work out, learn to box, or a combination of the two.

Personal Training

A personal training boxing sessions

We offer individually coached sessions for anyone looking to take their training to the next level.

Ballard Barbell and Boxing Club is your go-to fitness destination in the heart of the Ballard Brewery District. Just a block off Market Street and steps from Gilman Playfield, we’re perfectly situated for those who want to prioritize strength, skill, and connection in their fitness journey.

Whether you're walking over from the neighborhood or making us your next destination, our space is designed for people who value community, challenge, and personal growth. Step into an environment where grit meets camaraderie, and redefine what fitness means to you—right here in Ballard.

 

  • Absolutely incredible gym and even better community! Nathan is an amazing coach who pushes you to be the best version of yourself you can be. Could not recommend this place enough and if you’re even remotely thinking of trying a workout there, just do it!

    - Austin

  • Such a great community gym! Awesome workouts and cool people.

    - Maddy

  • This is a wonderful, warm, and welcoming studio that gives you an incredible workout. Ballard Barbell and Boxing Club hits that sweet spot where you'll work hard & folks will introduce themselves to you + want to get to know you! Couldn't recommend more.

    - Mallika

  • Kicks your a** in a fun way. Been coming here since 2017 because workouts here got me into better shape than any other gym I’ve been to and there is a great community.

    - Julie

  • The perfect place to really get in shape! There are both boxing classes and a weight room for lifting. A very friendly vibe combined with an always changing workout. You'll be dripping in sweat. The owner, Nathan, is full of excellent fitness advice and is very motivating.

    - Alex

  • You won’t need any equipment for your first free class. Just wear something you can sweat and feel comfortable in and bring some water! We have all the boxing gear you need. If you’ve been boxing before, feel free to bring your own wraps, gloves and mitts.

  • All classes are beginner friendly. We’ll work with you to teach you everything you need to know, no experience needed! Expect to learn proper punching, body mechanics and movement patterns. We always try our best to pair beginners with a seasoned member who will work with you at your own pace and make sure that you are comfortable at all times.

  • We welcome youth to join our community! Anyone aged 16 and older can join with parental consent and signature.

    For those under 16, membership is considered on a case-by-case basis. The primary requirement is that the child demonstrates the maturity and readiness to participate in adult classes effectively and safely. If you’re interested in enrolling a child under 16, please reach out to us directly to discuss their suitability for our programs.

  • Absolutely! We welcome well-behaved dogs of any size at Ballard Barbell and Boxing Club. Bring along your furry friend to hang out while you train—they’re part of the community too! 🐾

  • We don’t offer child care, but you’re welcome to bring your kids along! We have a play area designed to keep them entertained while you work out. However, please note that children remain your responsibility during your visit. Many parents in our community successfully balance their fitness routine while their kids enjoy the space—come see how it works for your family!

FAQs

  • We do a solid warm up with jump rope and abs. After that, we move to partnered boxing drills and combos designed to help you learn and refine your boxing skills. In these boxing drills, you will catch your partner’s punches with padded mitts - you will not get hit directly.

    In the last ten minutes of class you’ll do a challenging HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) workout that is different each time and will always challenge you!

  • It depends on your experience! It typically takes new members 3 months to build the skill and endurance it takes to spar. All sparring requires mouthguards and protective gear, and is done under the watchful eye of our head coach, who will control the environment to keep it safe for everyone.

  • Yes! All of our members have access to our nutrition program. We offer a variety of free options to help you get to your goals.

  • We have a great community at the gym. We have college students, past collegiate athletes, parents, people moving their bodies in a group class for the first time and everything else in between!

  • Yes, we do! Our lot can accommodate up to 4 cars, and there’s plenty of street parking available nearby.

“No man has the right to be an amateur in the matter of physical training. It is a shame for a man to grow old without seeing the beauty and strength of which his body is capable.”

— Socrates