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Port O' Leith Boxing Club
A welcoming community gym in Edinburgh where fitness meets boxing for all ages and skill levels.
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A welcoming community gym in Edinburgh where fitness meets boxing for all ages and skill levels.
Port O' Leith Boxing Club is a community-focused gym in Edinburgh that offers a friendly and supportive environment for boxing and fitness enthusiasts. With a strong emphasis on inclusivity, the club caters to all ages, genders, and fitness levels, from beginners to competitive fighters. The experienced coaches provide personalized attention in classes that range from conditioning and strength training to technical boxing and sparring sessions. Known for its warm atmosphere and well-equipped facilities, the gym fosters a sense of belonging and motivation, making it a popular choice for those looking to improve their health, learn boxing skills, or join a vibrant fitness community.
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Structured classes for all levels, from beginners to advanced, focusing on technique, conditioning, and skill development.
One-on-one coaching with expert trainers for personalized fitness plans, nutrition advice, and technique improvement.
Guided sparring sessions to practice skills in a safe, controlled environment, suitable for various experience levels.
Workouts designed to build power, endurance, and overall fitness, incorporating boxing-specific exercises and equipment.
Specialized training programs for those interested in preparing for boxing matches and participating in fight events.
Social and fitness events like Fight Nights to foster community engagement and support among members.
Overall rating
Paul Preacher
Jack O'Brien
Heather T
After belonging to multiple gyms over the years, this is the best gym I've been to. There are few gyms where you are greeted so warmly – everyone who works there knows your name – and a real sense of community that I was not at all expecting. The owners, John and Lily, both work hard to make it a welcoming, accessible space for everyone – all ages and skillsets and fitness levels, from the over 60s to children and everyone in between. The coaches are excellent and always willing to give pointers and help, the classes varied and never boring, and the gym is well equipped – no waiting around for machines. As a result I really look forward to going to the gym and have met some great people. So many women there in particular have discovered a love of boxing (and competed) or built confidence in class and developed their strength training and fitness beyond expectations, in a caring and motivating environment that is also FUN.
KT
This gym has been a huge positive in my life, giving me structure, focus, and a healthy outlet when I’ve needed it most. The coaching team are outstanding, supportive, patient, and always putting health and safety first. They’re especially strong in their support of female boxing, creating an environment where women are encouraged, respected, and properly coached. The culture is welcoming, friendly, and motivating no matter when you train. The gym is clean, well equipped, and offers a brilliant range of classes with consistently high-quality coaching. The community outreach and work the team do to build health and positivity beyond the gym is inspiring and says a lot about their values. John and Lily always take the time to help with nutrition, training programmes, and technique, and you can tell they genuinely care about your wellbeing. An exceptional gym run by people who truly care.
Ali Evans
I’ve been a member at Port O’ Leith for almost 4 years now and can honestly say it’s a fantastic gym. I’d never boxed before I joined, but the coaches and the community in the gym were so welcoming that I wasn’t intimidated at all. John (one of the owners) was especially encouraging and it’s thanks to him that I’ve done way more boxing than I ever thought I would. Lily has also gone out of her way to support me while I’ve been there, offering help with nutrition and training plans so that my overall lifestyle is now a lot healthier than when I joined. The coaches at the gym are also great at working round any injuries you have, and Lily in particular has adjusted classes for me (and others) so we can keep training safely even through periods of injury. If you’re thinking about trying boxing, I really can’t recommend Port O’ Leith enough! I’d tried other commercial gyms to get fit before but nothing ever really stuck until I came here.
Inquisitive1
The guy John who runs it is super-resentful if you cancel your fight night tickets. It's all about the money, and if you want to do burpees constantly, during beginners level and level 1, then this is your place. They don't offer you dietary info unless you pay extra. - I nearly collapsed one evening and none of the trainers or the owners were even aware. If you ask a fellow sparrer a question about technique, John will get mad. None of the original customers are there anymore, and there is a good reason for it. They also can't keep their staff. I was there for medical reasons but pushed out by John, because he doesn't like people who cancel their Fight Night tickets. - The greed of him is overwhelming. Lily is blinded by his lies, and she needs to open her eyes about why folks leave their club, i.e. John has alot to answer for ... Don't waste your money. Go to a club with owners who are 'genuinely interested' in 'your fitness' - NOT the money ... and go to a club who will give you helpful sports dietary info so that you don't collapse either - no proper health & safety there folks. That's my overall experience.
