Boxing Classes for Adults & Teens

Develop real boxing skills, improve your fitness and build confidence with trainer-led boxing classes, available at The Combat Academy Barnsley HQ.

REACH YOUR FULL POTENTIAL

Develop Boxing Skills, Fitness & Confidence

Our Boxing programme teaches the noble art of boxing through fun, interactive and trainer-led group classes. 

Each session breaks boxing down into clear, structured stages, helping you improve your movement, technique, fitness and confidence as you progress. 

Suitable for adults and teens aged 14 and over, the programme supports a range of fitness levels, from complete beginners to more experienced students looking to sharpen their skills. 

You will learn, train and challenge yourself in a way that feels focused, rewarding and far more motivating than a standard gym workout. 

Fitness just got a whole lot more rewarding and fun.

What Our Boxing Classes Include

Our Boxing classes are built around structured coaching, clear goals and real skill development. 

Each session can include footwork, punch technique, pad work, combinations, defence, movement and conditioning, all taught in a way that helps adults and teens progress with confidence. 

No previous boxing experience is needed. Our coaches guide you step by step in a supportive, judgement-free environment. 

Training takes place in a clean, fully matted and fully equipped academy space, giving you the right setting to train safely, stay motivated and keep improving.

IMPROVE WITH EVERY BOXING CLASS

Our Boxing Classes help you build core strength, increase your flexibility and learn how to defend yourself. Below are just some areas where we can help you:

Accelerate Weight Loss
Build & Tone Muscle
Increase Confidence
Meeting New People

Whatever your fitness goals are, you can achieve them with The Combat Academy!

Challenging, Skill-Based Fitness Training

Boxing gives you a powerful fitness workout with a purpose. 

Instead of repeating the same gym routine, every class gives you something to learn, practise and improve. 

You will work hard, build stamina and challenge yourself while developing a skill that keeps training focused and rewarding. 

Whether your goal is to get fitter, feel stronger or build more confidence, our Boxing classes give you a motivating way to train and progress.

3 WAYS OUR ADULT BOXING CLASSES HELP YOU REACH YOUR POTENTIAL

4 out of 5 BRITS are physically inactive.

(sourced bhf.org.uk)

60 Percent of adults aged 16 years and over in the UK experienced some form of depression (less likely in people who exercise)

(Source ons.gov.uk)

1 in 5 PEOPLE die due to cardiovascular diseases

(every day)

Boxing Training Can Be a Positive Outlet for Stress

Boxing training gives you a positive way to switch off from everyday pressure, release energy and focus on the task in front of you. 
 
Structured, skill-based classes keep both your body and mind engaged, giving you something positive to work towards each week. 
 
Each session gives you something clear to work on, from movement and technique to pad work, combinations and fitness. 
 
Many students find that boxing helps them feel calmer, more focused and more in control after a busy day. 

Celebrating Success & Achievement

Our boxing programme is built around structured, coach-led sessions rather than random workouts. Every class follows a clear curriculum developed through years of training and coaching experience.

From beginner to advanced level, our students are supported step by step as they learn boxing technique, improve their fitness and build genuine boxing skill.

Students have the opportunity to complete level tests every three months, giving them clear goals, visible progress and a real sense of achievement as they move through the ranks.

Boxing Classes - Frequently Asked Questions

Are Boxing classes suitable for beginners?

Yes. You do not need previous Boxing experience before you start. Our coaches guide you step by step, helping you learn footwork, punch technique, pad work, combinations and defence in a supportive environment.

Can adults learn Boxing?

Yes. Adults can start boxing with no previous experience. Our classes are open to adults and teens aged 14 and over, with structured coaching that helps each student build fitness, confidence and genuine boxing skill at their own pace.

Do I need to be fit before I start Boxing?

No. You do not need to be fit before joining. Our Boxing programme supports a range of fitness levels, so you can build stamina, strength and confidence as you train.

Is Boxing better than a normal gym workout?

Boxing gives you a workout with a purpose. Instead of repeating the same gym routine, you learn real Boxing skills while improving fitness, coordination, focus and confidence. 

Where are your Boxing classes held?

Our dedicated Boxing programme is currently available at our Barnsley HQ. New students can book a free Boxing taster session to try a class before joining. 

What should I wear to my first Boxing class?

Wear comfortable sports clothing that lets you move freely. If you need gloves or any other equipment for your first session, our team will let you know when you book your taster.

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Ciara Owen profile picture
Ciara Owen
6 days ago
Friendly and helpful staff, clean, very inclusive
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simona dragne
7 days ago
Thank you for all the support and encouragement provided throughout the training sessions for our kids.
We are very happy and proud for the progress and we are very excited to anchive more goals.🙏🌟🔥
Great team , very supportive, very professional and highly involved 👏👍
Many thanks 🌟🙏
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Zac Zachariah
2 weeks ago
Love this place my three children go for training there and parents can go free for training. Absolute Sound discipline and leadership. The best part is the instructors remember each child by their name! That means a lot. Best decision Ever.
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david reed
1 month ago
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Some places teach martial arts. The Combat Academy teaches people how to believe in themselves.
From the moment you walk through the doors, you're made to feel like you belong. The coaches don't just focus on technique—they invest in every person, building confidence, discipline, resilience and respect, regardless of age or ability. Every session pushes you to improve, but you're never made to feel judged. Instead, you're encouraged, supported and celebrated.
What makes The Combat Academy truly special isn't just the world-class coaching or the incredible facilities—it's the community. Complete strangers become training partners, training partners become friends, and before long it feels like one big family. The positive atmosphere is infectious, and everyone wants to see each other succeed.
Whether you're looking to get fitter, improve your mental wellbeing, learn self-defence, or simply challenge yourself, this is the place to do it. Joining The Combat Academy has been one of the best decisions I've made, and I couldn't recommend it highly enough. Five stars simply don't seem enough.
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Jude Ducat
4 days ago
I am reviewing Barnsley as the marketing team signed me up in the Sleaford business and organised all the contracts payments etc. Trying to cancel a membership here is stupidly hard.. I emailed March 2026 to cancel 1 of the 2 memberships I paid due to injury, totally accept the 60 day clause. Why 6 months later they continue to take money, ignore all emails, phone calls is a mystery. My bank are struggling to prevent it as they do not set up a direct debit they take your card details. This is purely a review of the money grabbing and no care for members who do not want to pay over £70 a month anymore. Shame because the instruction is not the issue, but on principle I don't want these people to have another penny from me.
Ciara Owen profile picture
Ciara Owen
6 days ago
Friendly and helpful staff, clean, very inclusive
simona dragne profile picture
simona dragne
7 days ago
Thank you for all the support and encouragement provided throughout the training sessions for our kids.
We are very happy and proud for the progress and we are very excited to anchive more goals.🙏🌟🔥
Great team , very supportive, very professional and highly involved 👏👍
Many thanks 🌟🙏
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