Windy City Boxing
About
Windy City Boxing offers authentic, old-school training in MMA, boxing, and kickboxing under the guidance of experienced coaches. Owner and Head Coach Montell Griffin, a former WBC Light Heavyweight Champion and US Olympic Boxing Team member, brings championship-level expertise to every session. The gym provides a nostalgic atmosphere with boxing memorabilia and a pro shop for equipment needs. Members experience intense, comprehensive workouts that cover proper form, footwork, defense, mitt work, and bag training, all designed to push participants to their limits while teaching fundamental techniques.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members describe Windy City Boxing as one of the best boxing gyms in the country, praising its authentic, old-school training style that makes them feel like they're in a Rocky movie. Reviewers consistently mention the intense workouts that push them to their limits while teaching proper boxing fundamentals and techniques. They highlight the welcoming atmosphere where everyone from kids to professionals receives equal respect, and specifically praise Montell Griffin's leadership and the quality coaching staff. Several members travel from out of town to train here, emphasizing the gym's exceptional energy and reputation.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (5)
james long
3 years ago
Visited over the fourth while we were in Chicago, gotta say this is an awesome gym, staff is great, workout was even better...one of my favorite boxing gyms in the country, these guys are no joke. absolutely the best
Mahdi Seyednezhad
a month ago
The best possible boxing gym. 💪💪
Nathaniel Hernandez
2 years ago
If your not prepared to be sweating buckets & pushed to the ultimate limit then this gym is not for you 💯 I’ve been following boxing ever since I was 6 years old & this is the most authentic & old school style of boxing training I’ve ever seen & encountered. You seriously feel like your in a rocky movie. Their hour class feels like eternity. You go through so much workouts in just a short amount of time. Not only are you getting a great workout during the class but the instructors actually teach you boxing fundamentals & technique. Everything from proper form, footwork, defense, mitt work, speed bag & heavy bag work. It’s a great experience. The decor & memorabilia in the gym also gives it such a nostalgic feel & really motivates you to do better. They treat everyone the same here it doesn’t matter if your a kid, adult, amateur boxer or even pro. I’ve seen everyone treated with the same respect 🤝 this is not one of the best boxing gyms in the city it’s one of the best boxing gyms in the entire country & I mean that very seriously. Montell Griffin did a great thing by opening up this gym. Much respect champ
Xavery W.
2 years ago
Great coaches and people. Sincerely. I fly in just to train here when I can. Some places just have that energy.
Daniel Beltran
3 years ago
Do u guys teach the Philly shell? Floyd mayweather style
fitness_centerAmenities
Contact
2150 S Canalport Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
scheduleHours
Monday: 8:00 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: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
groupCoaches & Instructors
Montell J. Griffin
Owner/Head Coach
WBC Light Heavyweight Champion, 1992-1993 US Olympic Boxing Team, US Amateur Boxing Champion
Former professional and amateur boxer with extensive career achievements including WBC Light Heavyweight Champion and US Olympic Team member. Goal is to bring boxing back to prominence in Chicago.
Sean Briody
Boxing Instructor
Leads Youth Boxing, Adult - Intro to Boxing, and All Ages Boxing classes at the gym.