Hardknocks Boxing

Hardknocks Boxing Gym is a boxing and fitness facility in Epping, Melbourne, established in 2016. It welcomes people of all ages and abilities, from children as young as five and first-time boxers to competitive amateur and professional fighters. The gym’s inclusive, mixed-gender classes use structured, competition-style training to build boxing fundamentals, refine technique, improve cardio endurance, and develop discipline and self-confidence. Programs can suit members aiming to get fitter, learn self-defense, or pursue boxing competitively, with additional support available for promising fighters. Head Coach Naf brings experience in Melbourne’s boxing and martial arts community.

Membership options include six- and twelve-month plans, with training available three or four days per week. The gym also offers personal training, a class timetable, and a free trial for people interested in getting started. Located at Factory 4, 37 Boxwood Court, Epping, Hardknocks is open daily from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. It positions itself as a welcoming home for boxing in Melbourne’s north, encouraging members to develop their skills and reach their goals.