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Youth Boxing
Safe, structured youth boxing for ages 8–16 in St. Louis, from no-contact fundamentals to supervised sparring with certified coaches.
A safe path forward
Grow one level at a time.
USA Boxing-certified coaches teach sound fundamentals, discipline, confidence, and respect in an age-appropriate environment.
Build skills
Small-group fundamentals and guided partner drills. Attendance matters because each class builds on the last.
Enroll in youth boxingSupervised sparring
Qualified students progress to light and medium contact with required protective gear and coach supervision.
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Questions, answered.
What ages can join youth boxing?
Youth Boxing 101 welcomes ages 8–16. Advanced program ages and prerequisites vary by level.
Where should a beginner start?
Start with Youth Boxing 101. It is a no-contact fundamentals class and offers a free trial.
Does my child need equipment?
Hand wraps and heavy bag gloves are required. We can lend gloves for the first class and help fit the right size.
How does a student progress to sparring?
Students build fundamentals in 101, complete the required development program, register with USA Boxing, and receive coach approval before supervised sparring.
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Two weeks unlimited for $25.
Try as many heavy bag classes as you’d like for two weeks and experience the BOX STL community firsthand.
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