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Lifetough Kids Boxing Club
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Lifetough Kids Boxing Club

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About

Lifetough Kids Boxing Club offers a comprehensive martial arts program focusing on boxing, MMA, and Muay Thai disciplines for children. The gym features a large team of experienced coaches, including USA Boxing certified instructors, Golden Gloves champions, and martial arts practitioners with decades of experience. Coaches like Steve Linder, Patrick Healy, and Matthew Newman bring championship credentials and specialized expertise to create a structured training environment that emphasizes both physical skills and character development.

reviewsWhat Members Say

Members praise the exceptional coaching team for pushing children to reach their full potential while keeping training fun and motivating. Parents report significant improvements in their children's confidence, discipline, focus, and behavior, with special mention of benefits for children with ADHD. Reviewers highlight the positive, encouraging environment that builds character alongside physical skills, emphasizing lessons in respect, responsibility, and accountability. The strong sense of community and family inclusion, along with practical self defense training that prepares children for real world situations, receives consistent appreciation.

rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (5)

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Amanda Graham

5 months ago

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A one of a kind program with an incredibly unique approach to building character & strength within kids. If you get an opportunity to join this program, do not pass it up. The coaches are all gifted in their own way and work flawlessly together as a team. Thank you LifeTough!

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Courtney Bell

5 months ago

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My daughter LOVES LifeTough! Lifetough coaches enforce Respect, Responsibility and Accountability. Through strict coaching and firm guidance they are preparing her for situations we hope our children will never have to encounter. I feel they are paving a good foundation for her to be a confident individual.

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Caitlin Tateo

5 months ago

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This program has been a life saver, literally and physically for my 7 year old daughter. She has completed three sessions with LIfeTough and I have witness such a positive change in her behavior, attitude and self confidence since starting. This is not a class that focuses only on self defense and boxing. This program shapes the entire child. Since starting this program, she is more willing to help at home, has fewer outburst and carries herself in a manner that says "I've got this." This class is for the whole family. As a parent of a student in this program, I have learned many things that I needed to do to ensure the safety of my children. This class showed me what I needed to do. We live in a world that is not safe for a lot of children, and this program gives these kids the tools to be able to survive and defend themselves should they ever be in a situation where someone wants to harm them. This class is tough on the kids, and has extremely high expectations for everyone involved, not just the participants. There are no participation trophies. You have to put in the work and effort to become a successful adult. These are just a handful of things that this program teaches kids. Life is tough and this program prepares kids for greatness.

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J. S.

5 months ago

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Lifetough Kids Boxing Club is outstanding! The coaches are exceptional — they push the kids to reach their full potential while keeping the training fun and motivating. Every session focuses on building strength, coordination, and real boxing skills, all while boosting confidence and self-discipline. The progress these kids make — both physically and mentally — is incredible to see. The positive, encouraging environment created by the coaches helps every child believe in themselves and strive to be their best. Highly recommend for anyone looking to build athletic ability and confidence in their child!

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Katie Barry Boychuck

5 months ago

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LifeTough has been amazing for both of my boys, ages 9 and 7 now. For my oldest, it’s helped build real confidence — he’s stronger, more disciplined, and proud of his progress. For my youngest, who has ADHD, it’s incredible to see how movement-based learning helps him stay focused, listen, and stay engaged. The coaches are patient, encouraging, and truly care about each child’s growth — not just physically but mentally and emotionally too. What makes LifeTough even more special is the sense of community and friendships that form between the kids and families. Everyone cheers each other on, and it really feels like a team. On Mother’s Day, they even hosted a bonus class where moms got in on the fun — such a thoughtful and joyful way to include families! This program combines fitness, focus, and life skills in the best way possible. We’re so grateful to be part of the LifeTough family — it’s been a total game changer for us!

Contact

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6649 N Oliphant Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA

scheduleHours

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: Closed

Wednesday: Closed

Thursday: Closed

Friday: Closed

Saturday: Open 24 hours

Sunday: Open 24 hours

groupCoaches & Instructors

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Jeff Weber

Head Coach

USA Boxing Certified Coach & Athlete

US Marines, 24 years Chicago Fire Dept.

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Steve Linder

Founder, Head Coach

2023 Boston National Masters Boxing Tournament Champion, 2022 Chicago Golden Gloves Masters Champion

25 year Federal Law Enforcement Officer, USA Boxing Certified Coach & Athlete.

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Gaspar Castro

Lead Coach

Crossfit Athlete, 16 years of CPD service.

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Pat Jones

Lead Coach

16 years Chicago Fire Department.

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Kirk Davis

Assistant Coach

21 Year Martial Arts Practitioner

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Pat Fahrenbach

Assistant Coach

14 Years Chicago Fire Department, United States Marine Corps.

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Jose Ronchetta

Assistant Coach

American Ninja Warrior Athlete

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Trevor Stotts

Assistant Coach

23 Years Chicago Police Department.

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Mike Mulcahy

Assistant Coach

Golden Gloves Boxer, 2006 Light Heavyweight State Champion

11 years Chicago Police Department, USA Boxing Certified Athlete.

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Ryan Festerling

Assistant Coach

Certified Fitness Instructor, Defensive Tactics Instructor

US Army Combat Veteran (Iraq), 15 year LEO.

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Victor Rivera

Assistant Coach

18 years CPD.

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Jose Rojas

Assistant Coach

Winner 'Battle of the Badges', Winner 'SuperCop'

20 years LEO.

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Matt Parisi

Assistant Coach

16 years federal law enforcement experience, 8 years Youth Explorers Advisor.

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Eric Bianchini

Assistant Coach

Golden Gloves Boxer, Winner Battle of The Badges, USA Boxing Coach & Athlete

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Nathan J. Myles

Assistant Coach

2019 Golden Glove Champion

United States Marine Corps (Combat) Veteran, Sergeant Chicago Police, MMA practitioner.

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Nikki Marvel

Assistant Coach

Ultra Marathoner, 100 mile finisher

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Eamon O'Mahony

Assistant Coach

30 amateur boxing matches.

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Gianna O'Neill

Assistant Coach

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John Setlak

Assistant Coach

20 years law enforcement, 10+ years coaching youth sports.

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Patrick Healy

Assistant Coach

Chicago Golden Gloves Champion (2023, 2024), Golden Gloves Masters National Tournament Champion (2024), NCAA DIV III National Qualifier (Wrestling)

10 years Wrestling, 10 years of Football.

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Matthew Newman

Assistant Coach

Judo Yodan (4th degree black belt)

Former US Army Special Forces combat veteran, Multi-year All-State wrestler.