Boxing ring at Franklin Gym Tampa
1.2 miles from Interbay

Boxing Gym Near Interbay

Looking for a real boxing gym near Interbay? Franklin Gym is 1.2 miles away — just a 4 minutes drive to Tampa's most authentic boxing experience.

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Franklin Gym & Interbay

Interbay sits between Gandy Boulevard and Kennedy Boulevard in South Tampa — a rapidly growing residential area with new apartments and townhomes attracting young professionals and families. With MacDill Air Force Base nearby and a strong military community, many Interbay residents are already familiar with intense physical training.

Franklin Gym takes that intensity to the next level with real boxing instruction. Our Fight Fit classes deliver military-grade conditioning through boxing-specific drills, while our technique classes teach proper form from the ground up. At just 4 minutes away on Howard Ave, we're the closest dedicated boxing gym to the Interbay neighborhood. Coach Asa Beard's experience training with the best in the world brings a level of expertise you won't find at any chain gym.

Distance 1.2 miles from Interbay
Drive Time 4 minutes from Interbay
Hours Mon–Fri 6 AM – 8 PM, Saturday 10 AM – 2 PM, Sunday Closed

Getting Here from Interbay

From Interbay, head north on S MacDill Ave or S Dale Mabry to Howard Ave. Turn north on Howard — Franklin Gym is on the left. Most Interbay locations are just 4 minutes away.

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.

"The 6 AM classes are the perfect way to start the day. Great mix of conditioning and technique. Lost 30 pounds in my first 3 months here."
— David T., Google Review
Boxing training at Franklin Gym

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