3rd Street Boxing Gym
“Highly recommend trying out the beginner classes if you're curious since they have deals on them.”
Best Boxing Classes near San Mateo, CA
2 of these gyms are based in San Mateo; the others serve San Mateo from towns including South San Francisco (9 mi), San Bruno (7 mi) and San Francisco (16 mi).
all 11 open weekends · all 11 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Impact! Kickboxing Fitness
“High intensity workout with great, friendly trainers, and good airflow for the COVID-19 concerned”
AB Mixed Martial Arts Academy
“Best in the business: I have been going there for years and have always been treated with respect and kindness plus the best training around the Bay”
Evolve Training Center
“My 10 year old has been training at Evolve for a few months, and the progress she has made especially as a reserved kid, has been noticeable.”
El Niño Training Center
“There is a true sense of community, belonging, and growth at El Niño!”
Physique Magnifique
“Did my due diligence and went to speak with 5 personal trainers from 5 gyms, and Jim and his gym was #1”
The 11 cards on this page are boxing gyms and coaches listed for San Mateo, CA. What each gym says about session times, junior classes and whether a ring is on site comes from its own website, with ratings from public reviews.
Area overview: San Mateo, CA
The 11 gyms on this page are rated from 4.6 to 5.0 across 885 reviews; 5 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "community" and "knowledge". All 11 are open on Saturdays and 5 on Sundays. 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 9 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 34 years. 5 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 11 of the gyms on this page; 10 publish a contact page; 8 list a public email and 7 take bookings online. We count these figures across the gyms on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the gym before you enroll.
Do all the boxing gyms on this page sit inside San Mateo?
No. 2 gyms out of the 11 here actually train in San Mateo. The remainder come from other towns. A gym across a river can look close and still be a long trip, so check the route before you sign up.
Dojo USA World Training Center
“My family and I started together a little over a year ago and the people and training has transformed our entire family in so many ways.”
Melendez Boxing and Personal Training
“The workout was energizing and motivating, and I left feeling stronger and more inspired.”
B Street Boxing
“If you want to learn boxing like a pro, get a good work out and build community this is your place!”
Aloha Time Boxing San Mateo
“Whether you're an experienced boxer or someone looking to get a good workout and get in shape, this is hands "up" the best boxing gym in the Bay Area.”
Solis Boxing
“He does an excellent job breaking down the finer details of boxing in a way that's clear, easy to for anyone who loves to learn boxing, and helpful for all experience levels.”
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about gyms near San Mateo
- “I’ve been coming to Solis Boxing for the past 3 years with my son Max, and it has honestly been one of the best decisions we’ve made.” — from a review of Solis Boxing
- “If you’re thinking about trying boxing, whether you’re completely new or have some experience, I’d definitely recommend Melendez Boxing.” — from a review of Melendez Boxing and Personal Training
- “This is a no nonsense boxing gym with professional trainers who welcome all levels.” — from a review of 3rd Street Boxing Gym
- “A special thank you to Fernando — he is incredibly knowledgeable and has taught me so much about the fundamentals of boxing.” — from a review of Solis Boxing
Excerpts from public reviews of the gyms listed on this page.
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