Decatur Boxing Club
About
Decatur Boxing Club offers authentic combat sports training in boxing, MMA, and kickboxing under the guidance of experienced professional fighters. The gym is led by owner and head trainer Xavier "Bad Pads" Biggs, a former professional boxer with over 30 years of experience who has trained multiple world champions. He is joined by fellow former professional boxer Johnny Gant, ensuring members receive high-level instruction. The facility includes a pro shop for training gear and equipment.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members consistently praise the gym's remarkable boxing knowledge and professional-level training under highly experienced coaches. They describe a welcoming community where demanding coaching is balanced with supportive camaraderie, making the gym feel like a home. Specific coaches like Xavier Biggs, Pinkie, Lloyd, and Eddie receive frequent mention for their teaching excellence. Reviewers highlight challenging yet enjoyable workouts that push them to consistency, with no negative feedback expressed in the available reviews.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (5)
The hard Truth
a month ago
Boxing knowledge in this place is remarkable. I love working out with Pinkie teaching you and fun at the same time. He is a undefeated professional boxer.
Obsidian temple
a year ago
My friend invited me to one of his classes and to be honest I thought it was going to be something simple such as a little warm up. Nope 👎 this dude gave me a full workout and I enjoyed it very much. I didn’t think boxing would be such a challenging and fun activity. One of the best things I’ve ever done. I would recommend coming here because the place is not just amazing looking but the whole vibe is there. I would love to come here more often but it’s too far for me. So anyone living near the area don’t hesitate on giving this place a try. Folks are very nice as well.
Princess Knowles
4 years ago
This is the only way I can stay in shape and I wouldn’t trade it for the world! It literally feels like a home there and you get the most authentic workout because everyone is trained by the highly sought after coach Xavier Biggs. And his reputation along with the staff proceeds them. Classes and training is so consistent and they push me to be consistent too since that was my struggle. I can confidently say, I have more than just a gym, I have a home here!
Jay Biz
a month ago
“One of the real hubs of Decatur boxing. A place where knowledge, discipline, and hard work are passed down daily. Great coaches, real fighters, and professional-level training. If you want to learn boxing for real — this is the place.” it's a real boxing gym not just one of them fitness boxing.
Melissa Woodard
a month ago
The outside of Decatur Boxing is unassuming. The inside contains the most knowledgeable and demanding coaches. Always building and teaching new concepts and techniques. The boxers in the gym are welcoming are great to work with on drills and sparring. Cannot recommend them highly enough. Thanks Biggs, Lloyd and Eddie.
fitness_centerAmenities
paymentsMembership
$150/mo
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: Closed
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
groupCoaches & Instructors
Xavier "Bad Pads" Biggs
Owner & Head Trainer / Director of Boxing
Former professional boxer, 30+ years experience, trained multiple world champions
Former pro boxer from West Philadelphia. Trained his brother Tyrell Biggs to Olympic gold. Has trained numerous world champions, celebrities, and athletes including Usher and Kevin Hart.
Johnny Gant
Coach
Former professional boxer
In memoriam. Provided insight and tutelage with stories of his years in the ring with the greats of his time.