Boxing that builds technique, fitness, and community in Oakland.
International Boxing Institute in Oakland, located at 4606 Martin Luther King Jr Way, offers a welcoming, community-driven boxing gym with clean facilities and well-maintained equipment. Reviews highlight real-results focus, supportive coaching, and motivation at every pace. Led by Bilal and Ray, the gym also hosts women's self-defense workshops, creating a safe space for all backgrounds.
4606 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Oakland, CA 94609, USA
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Learn basic boxing techniques and skills in a structured, supportive environment for all levels.
One-on-one training with expert coaches for personalized fitness and boxing development.
Advanced sessions for those looking to compete or enhance their boxing skills in a controlled setting.
Monthly workshops led by Coach Goddess, focusing on safety and empowerment for women and elders.
High-energy boxing-based workouts designed to build strength, endurance, and overall health.
Overall rating
Mark Bolick
Visited from SoCal for a quick visit and needed to workout. Took a one on one with Bilal. Excellent. Decided to bring my brother, a newbie, to a group class. Now he’s hooked. Good community vibes, hard workout and a great, safe learning experience. 6 stars. I’ll see you when I’m back in NorCal Bilal.
Gigi Sandoval
This gym is a really great and fun way to maintain a healthy weight while having fun at the same time I love this gym and am looking forward to getting to class everyday to train with coach bilal and coach red.
Tes D
Coach Bilal is the best man!!
Justin Dunbar
No negativity, disrespect, or hating —good vibes only. Great place for total beginners and advanced fighters.
Lashay Grant
I’ve been really impressed with this gym. It has a welcoming environment, clean space, and a strong sense of community. The equipment is well-maintained, and you can tell the focus here is on real results, not gimmicks. What makes it stand out the most is the dedication and passion behind it you feel supported, motivated, and encouraged to push yourself while still being comfortable at your own pace. Definitely a place I’d recommend to anyone serious about their health and fitness.
Ameen Lotfi
