Looking for a real boxing gym near SoHo? Franklin Gym is 0.1 miles away — just a 1 minute drive to Tampa's most authentic boxing experience.
Try a Free ClassSoHo — Tampa's South Howard district — is the vibrant neighborhood we call home. Known for its restaurants, nightlife, and young professional energy, SoHo has become one of Tampa's most desirable places to live and work. Franklin Gym sits right in the center of it all on Howard Avenue, making us the most convenient boxing gym for anyone in the neighborhood.
Whether you're stopping in before dinner at one of Howard Ave's restaurants, getting a morning session in before work, or bringing the kids on a Saturday, Franklin Gym is your neighborhood gym with world-class coaching. Asa Beard brings experience from training camps with Mayweather and Pacquiao. Isaac Paillere is a reigning Golden Gloves champion. And owner Kevin Franklin has dedicated his career to building champions and building community right here in SoHo.
We're in SoHo! Franklin Gym is located at 2013 N Howard Ave — right in the middle of the South Howard entertainment and dining district. If you live or work in SoHo, you can walk here.
Franklin Gym
2013 N Howard Ave, Tampa, FL 33607
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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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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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.
Get StartedProduced world champions. Community leader dedicated to Tampa youth development.
Trained alongside Mayweather, Pacquiao, and Freddie Roach. Decades of world-class experience.
2025 FL Golden Gloves Heavyweight Champion. NSCA Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist.
USA Boxing Silver Level Coach with 20+ years experience. Trained WBO & WBA champions.
"Coach Isaac is a beast and pushes you to new levels every session. If you want real boxing training — not some cardio-kickboxing franchise — this is the place."— Brandon K., Google Review
Your first class is free — no experience needed. Fill out the form or call us to get started.