Boxing ring at Franklin Gym Tampa
3.5 miles from Tampa Heights

Boxing Gym Near Tampa Heights

Looking for a real boxing gym near Tampa Heights? Franklin Gym is 3.5 miles away — just a 10 minutes drive to Tampa's most authentic boxing experience.

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Franklin Gym & Tampa Heights

Tampa Heights is experiencing a renaissance — Armature Works, Heights Public Market, and the Riverwalk extension have transformed this neighborhood into one of the city's most desirable. With its mix of historic homes and modern development, Tampa Heights draws people who appreciate craftsmanship and substance.

Franklin Gym fits right in. Our boxing training isn't a trend or a fad — it's the real thing, taught by coaches with professional credentials. The 10-minute drive south puts you in a gym where Isaac Paillere, the reigning Florida Golden Gloves Heavyweight Champion, coaches alongside Gary Naegel, a USA Boxing Silver Level Coach with over two decades of experience. Tampa Heights residents who want world-class boxing without pretension — this is your gym.

Distance 3.5 miles from Tampa Heights
Drive Time 10 minutes from Tampa Heights
Hours Mon–Fri 6 AM – 8 PM, Saturday 10 AM – 2 PM, Sunday Closed

Getting Here from Tampa Heights

From Tampa Heights, take N Florida Ave south to Kennedy Blvd, then west to Howard Ave. Or take the scenic route along the Hillsborough River. Franklin Gym is about 10 minutes south on Howard Ave.

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.

"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
Boxing training at Franklin Gym

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