Down But Not Out Boxing Club
About
Down But Not Out Boxing Club in Indianapolis offers a comprehensive training environment for mixed martial arts, boxing, and kickboxing enthusiasts. The gym provides a supportive atmosphere where members can develop their skills across multiple disciplines under experienced guidance. Founder and Head Coach Alphonso Bailey brings a unique personal journey from incarceration to redemption through boxing, which informs his coaching philosophy focused on discipline, accountability, and personal growth.
Members consistently report positive experiences, particularly noting the gym's effectiveness with youth development. One long-term member mentioned their son has been training at the gym since age seven or eight and is now sixteen, with the coaches teaching respect and accountability throughout that time. This demonstrates the gym's commitment to character development alongside physical training, creating an environment where members feel supported in both their athletic and personal journeys. The combination of diverse martial arts offerings and a coaching style rooted in real-life transformation makes this gym a distinctive choice for Indianapolis residents seeking meaningful training.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members praise the gym for its effectiveness with youth development, noting that coaches work with children over many years to teach respect and accountability. Reviewers specifically mention how the gym holds young members accountable for their actions while helping them become respectful individuals. The long-term engagement of families with the gym suggests strong relationships between coaches and members.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (1)
Belinda Williamson
a month ago
My son has been working with this company on & off since he was 7 or8 years old now he's 16 and they work with the kids and teach them to be very respectful young man and hold them accountable for their actions
scheduleHours
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 4:00 – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 4:00 – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 4:00 – 6:00 PM
Friday: Closed
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
groupCoaches & Instructors
Alphonso Bailey
Founder / Head Coach
Founder with personal journey from incarceration to redemption through boxing
Founded DBNO after using boxing and faith to change his life. Committed to empowering youth through structure, guidance, and belief.