PUNCH Boxing Club is a unique and immersive boxing fitness experience for up to 24 people per class, providing you with state-of-the-art punching bags from Aqua Training Bag.
How To Book
Bookings are done online via the PUNCH website.
You create an account >> Buy a package >> Book your preferred class from their weekly schedule.
Only bookings paid for in advance, using their online payment system, will be confirmed.
Should you wish to pay in cash at the start of your class on the day, there is no guarantee that your spot wouldn’t have been taken by someone else, so we recommend booking and paying in advance.
You can only book and pay for yourself, as everyone is required to create an account. Should the class that you want already be full, there is an online waiting list to sign up for.
There are 4 types of boxing classes (hyperlink) at PUNCH to choose from:
1. PUNCH HIIT – Fusion of boxing and high intensity interval training;
2. PUNCH CLASSIC – Boxing only class to develop technical skills;
3. PUNCH LADIES – Combination of HIIT & CLASSIC for Ladies only;
4. PUNCH BLITZ – 30mins intense non-stop workout.
When To Go
Class times are subject to change but are typically offered 7 days per week at various times throughout the day and night.
The earliest classes in the morning are held at 6am and the last classes at night are held at 7:15pm.
Costs Involved
Classes start from AED100 per class or you can purchase a package option from their website.
How To Get There
PUNCH is located at Zayed Sports City, International Tennis Complex in Abu Dhabi.
There is plenty of free parking available and there is a map on their website, should you need the specific Google Maps location.
Tips For Your Visit
PUNCH provide you with boxing gloves every time you arrive for a class.
There is a First-Timers Package (hyperlink) (AED100 for 2 classes) which provides you with a set of free PUNCH wrap gloves to keep, otherwise you can purchase these inner set of gloves at their reception/merchandise area.
On your second visit, under the ‘First Timer’ package, you can either pay AED5 for the same black gloves as your first session or use their free set.
You can also purchase fitness tops and t-shirts, your own set of black or pink boxing gloves, a black PUNCH baseball hat, PUNCH face mask, re-usable stainless steel water bottle or elastic hair ties from their shop.
There is also a Jab Juice Bar with limited seating, free lockers and a fitting/changing room.
Classes are suitable for anyone over the age of 14 years old and are suitable for either beginners or experienced boxers.
Wear comfortable sportswear and trainers and you can keep your belongings near you at the back or sides of the studio or in the free lockers provided outside the studio.
Classes start exactly on time.
People are not allowed entry 5 minutes after class has started to avoid any class disruptions and you can cancel up to 4 hours prior to a class.
Your Boxing Instructor will also guide you through 5-minutes of stretching at the end of each class.
What To Expect
Their boxing studio is fitted out with colourful neon lighting, mirrors along 3 sides of the room and they play a fun high intensity music playlist.
Classes go between 30mins - 1 hour (depending upon the class type you choose) and first-timers should arrive 15-20 minutes prior to class for a brief introduction to boxing.
During the PUNCH Ladies class, expect 8 rounds of boxing mixed with high intensity interval training with different boxing rounds, burpees, air skipping, plank holds, jumping jacks and stomach crunches for example.
Some PUNCH Ladies classes will include a ‘freestyle’ boxing round, where you do whatever punches you want for a specific period.
The final round of boxing for the first class Hannah attended was a Tabata round of 20 seconds of high intensity punches or exercises, followed by 10 seconds of rest.
However, in Hannah’s second class, it was a boxing/cardio exercise set, so your teacher changes the program each session.
What's Unique
PUNCH Boxing Club is Abu Dhabi’s most unique immersive boxing experience.
The Verdict
Hannah loved how this boxing class combined boxing, high intensity interval and strength training into the ONE class.
The PUNCH Ladies boxing class was a lot of fun and the neon lighting was definitely a great addition to this high intensity class!
Hannah had red knuckles for a few hours after both boxing classes, but it was worth it!!!
Just like the instructor said in her classes ‘if it doesn’t challenge you, it won’t change you.’
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Above prices & information correct as of March 2022.
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