Boxing ring at Franklin Gym Tampa
9 miles from North Tampa

Boxing Classes Near North Tampa

Want boxing classes near North Tampa? Franklin Gym offers 60-minute sessions led by professional coaches — and we're just a 17 minutes drive from North Tampa.

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Franklin Gym & North Tampa

North Tampa encompasses a broad area between USF and the Hillsborough River, home to working professionals, families, and a growing community of residents drawn by the area's central location and accessibility. Despite the population density, dedicated boxing gyms in North Tampa are scarce.

Franklin Gym serves the North Tampa community with authentic boxing training you can't find at a chain gym. The drive south on Dale Mabry takes you straight to one of the best-coached boxing gyms in the region. Whether you're looking for morning classes before work, evening sessions to decompress, or a structured kids' program, Franklin Gym's lineup covers it all. Our coaches bring professional-level experience to every session, regardless of your skill level.

Distance 9 miles from North Tampa
Drive Time 17 minutes from North Tampa
Hours Mon–Fri 6 AM – 8 PM, Saturday 10 AM – 2 PM, Sunday Closed

Getting Here from North Tampa

From North Tampa, take Dale Mabry Highway or Nebraska Ave south toward Downtown Tampa, then connect to Howard Ave heading south. Franklin Gym is at 2013 N Howard Ave. About 17 minutes depending on traffic.

Franklin Gym
2013 N Howard Ave, Tampa, FL 33607

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What We Offer

Programs Available

01

Adult Boxing

60 min

Boxing and fitness stations targeting full-body conditioning. Upper and lower body focus rotates daily. All skill levels welcome — from first-timers to competitive fighters.

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02

Fight Fit

60 min

High-intensity boxing conditioning designed for serious athletes and anyone who wants to train like a fighter. Builds power, speed, and endurance.

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03

1-on-1 Personal Training

Custom

Private sessions with our expert coaches tailored to your goals — whether that's competition prep, weight loss, self-defense fundamentals, or building technique from scratch.

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Expert Instruction

World-Class Coaching

Kevin Franklin

Owner & Head Coach

Produced world champions. Community leader dedicated to Tampa youth development.

Asa Beard

Head Trainer / GM

Trained alongside Mayweather, Pacquiao, and Freddie Roach. Decades of world-class experience.

Isaac Paillere

Trainer

2025 FL Golden Gloves Heavyweight Champion. NSCA Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist.

Gary Naegel

Trainer

USA Boxing Silver Level Coach with 20+ years experience. Trained WBO & WBA champions.

"I've been to big chain gyms and boutique fitness studios — nothing compares to training at Franklin. Real boxing, real coaches, real results."
— James P., Google Review
Boxing training at Franklin Gym

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Your first class is free — no experience needed. Fill out the form or call us to get started.