Empire ABC (Seniors)
For those ready to compete.
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Mixed class for serious boxers looking to box competitively for the amateur club.
MONDAYS 7.30pm - 9.30pm & WEDNESDAYS 7.30PM – 9.30PM (AGE 17 +)
The Empire Amateur Boxing Club is one of the most iconic amateur boxing clubs in the UK. Formed back in 1968 the club has played a huge role in the inner-city Bristol community over the past 50 years creating many champions along the way.
You can only join the Empire ABC sessions if you have a serious ambition to box competitively as an amateur boxer. Sparring is available and is supervised by ABA qualified trainers. Beginners or people looking for fitness are not allowed to attend this class and are advised to attend the BOXFIT and Technique classes.
Please check out our Guide to Getting Started before attending the gym for the first time. It’s important you sign up via our online membership prior to attending the first time to ensure all the necessary forms are completed. This saves a lot of time and delay when you attend the gym for the first time as our reception can be very busy.
Membership is required or £10.00 one off fee for your first time to try it out. Please sign up now to get all the paperwork out of the way and avoid delays for when you attend. Once you have signed up then please either use the Timetable section of the website or download the TeamUp Members app to your smart phone to book classes in the future and manage your membership.
FAQs
Can I attend the Empire Amateur Boxing Club sessions?
You can only join the Empire ABC sessions if you have a serious ambition to box competitively as an amateur boxer and are of a certain level ready to spar.
Is there sparring available?
Yes sparring is permitted in this class but has to be supervised by an ABA qualified coach.
Do you get to compete?
Yes once you are ready the club will be able to match you in compeitive contests and then into national tournaments once you reach a certain standard.
Have another question? See our full list of FAQs.
Our other classes
Adult Boxfit Class
Mixed class suitable for all fitness levels from beginners upwards. Our most popular class.
Technique Class
Mixed class focused on improving your boxing technique from defence to attack.