Boxing
Near Lakeland, FL
While we don't offer a boxing-only program, our Muay Thai & Kickboxing classes cover everything boxing teaches — plus kicks, elbows, knees, and clinch work for a more complete striking system.
Why Many Boxers Cross-Train in Muay Thai
Boxing is one of the most refined striking arts in the world — known for its footwork, head movement, and devastating hand speed. If you're looking for boxing training in Central Florida, you already understand the value of quality striking instruction. At Gracie Barra Davenport, our Muay Thai and Kickboxing program includes all of boxing's core techniques — jabs, crosses, hooks, uppercuts, footwork, and defensive head movement.
What Muay Thai adds to the boxing toolkit is significant: kicks (low, body, and head), knees and elbows at close range, and clinch work — the ability to control an opponent in a standing grapple. Many professional boxers cross-train in Muay Thai to develop a more complete striking game, and Muay Thai fighters are known for having some of the most powerful punches in combat sports.
At Gracie Barra Davenport, our striking program combines Muay Thai fundamentals with kickboxing and boxing technique. You'll train on heavy bags, Thai pads, focus mitts, and with partners in controlled sparring — developing real striking ability, not just fitness. Classes run 6 days a week for kids (6+) and adults (14+).
What Our Striking Program Covers
- Full boxing fundamentals: jab, cross, hook, uppercut, combinations
- Kicks: low kicks, body kicks, head kicks, teeps (push kicks)
- Elbows and knees — devastating close-range weapons
- Clinch work and sweeps — standing grappling control
- Footwork, head movement, and defensive technique
- Pad work, bag work, and controlled sparring
Getting Here from Lakeland
Head west on I-4 from Lakeland → Exit at Champions Gate / Grandview Pkwy. We're at 6250 Grandview Pkwy, Davenport. About 35 miles from downtown Lakeland.
About 35 miles · about 35 minutes
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Three disciplines, seven programs — for kids starting at age 3 through adult competitors.
Gracie Barra Davenport
Lakeland is the largest city in Polk County and a growing hub for families and professionals. Gracie Barra Davenport is 35 miles west on I-4 — a straight highway drive to world-class martial arts training.
We have several dedicated Lakeland families who make the drive to train with us. The I-4 corridor makes it an easy commute, especially for evening classes. We're located at 6250 Grandview Pkwy — 6 days a week, morning through evening.
FAQs — Boxing Near Lakeland
Is there a Gracie Barra school in Lakeland, FL?
There is currently no Gracie Barra school in Lakeland. Gracie Barra Davenport at 6250 Grandview Pkwy is the closest certified GB school — about 35 minutes west on I-4.
What's the best BJJ school near Lakeland?
Gracie Barra Davenport is a 5.0-star rated certified Gracie Barra school with BJJ, Muay Thai, and MMA for kids and adults. The drive from Lakeland is about 35 minutes on I-4 West.
Are there MMA classes near Lakeland, FL?
Gracie Barra Davenport offers MMA training led by ranked professional Thiago Belo. Our MMA program covers striking, wrestling, and grappling — about 35 miles from Lakeland via I-4.
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