Boxing For Health
About
Boxing For Health offers a comprehensive martial arts experience with disciplines including MMA, boxing, and kickboxing. The gym features a team of experienced instructors led by founder Miguel Lopez, a professional boxer and San Francisco Golden Gloves champion. World class veteran boxer Paris Alexander brings championship experience as Western States Pro Champion, while Henry Beckwith specializes in Taekwondo and Omar McCullough serves as head trainer for kids and teens with his first degree black belt in Karate. This diverse coaching staff creates a well-rounded training environment suitable for various skill levels and interests.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members consistently describe Boxing For Health as providing the best workouts of their lives, with many becoming genuinely addicted to the training. They praise specific coaches by name including Miguel, Wayne, Omar, and Henry for changing their workout game and providing motivation beyond what they've experienced elsewhere. Reviewers highlight the bootcamp-style classes that push them beyond their limits while maintaining a welcoming environment where staff help newcomers feel comfortable. The gym receives particular praise for balancing intensity with warmth and encouragement, creating workouts that members look forward to days in advance.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (5)
Sam Stone
2 weeks ago
I've been attending classes here since January and the classes are incredible. I highly encourage anyone interested in boxing to consider taking one of their classes.
Ravahn Samati
3 weeks ago
Community gem! Great Teachers! Great workout!
Brent Weisbrod
7 years ago
Staff is awesome! Miguel provides fantastic training in both the class & 1-on-1 setting. I'm finding myself getting amped up for the next class / session 1-2 days in advance. It's a workout like I haven't had in nearly 7 years & love every bit of it. The gym is a welcoming environment as staff help get you where you need to be & fellow 'boxers' have been friendly. Simply hooked!
MyFeedback
6 years ago
This picture says a lot about this awesome gym. It not only delivers the intensity but also the warmth and encouragement to help ALL age groups achieve their goal AAAND have fun while you’re at it. The coaches push you! But you can sense the sincerity in their love for health. It’s not just a business for these guys. They clearly love what they do and that energy is transmitted into the workouts they give. I just love this place. I’ve moved further&been busy but I’ll definitely be commuting to this gym!
Erich Grois
4 years ago
Best workout of my life. Found this place through a friend, bought the Groupon and got seriously addicted. I love everyone who works here—Wayne, Omar, Henry and Miguel have changed my workout game and motivated me beyond literally anyone else ever has. The bootcamp style classes will push you beyond your limits, but if you stay strong and positive you can do it. Absolutely love this place!!!
paymentsMembership
$40/mo
Contact
452 Santa Clara Ave, Oakland, CA 94610, USA
scheduleHours
Monday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
groupCoaches & Instructors
Paris Alexander
Trainer
World class veteran boxer, Western States Pro Champion
20-year boxing career, 15 years as a pro fighter. Specializes in teaching boxing fundamentals and cardio drills.
Miguel Lopez
Founder & Trainer
Pro Boxer, San Francisco Golden Gloves Champion
Founded Boxing for Health. Started boxing in 2000, turned pro in 2009. Goal is to push people to new levels and help them get on a healthy path.
Wayne Bracy
Trainer
Background in strength training and conditioning. Dedicated to helping people achieve their health goals and making clients happy.
Henry Beckwith
Trainer
Taekwondo specialist, competitive athlete
Specializes in Taekwondo, strength and conditioning. Trains morning classes. Has trained in Taekwondo since age 12 and actively competes.
Omar McCullough
Trainer, Head Trainer for Kids/Teens
First degree black belt in Karate
Background in Karate, MMA, and boxing. Head trainer for kids and teen classes. Specializes in strength & conditioning, boxing, and martial arts.