RANGE OF BOXING CLASSES TO TRULY PERFECT YOUR SKILLS
Boxing provides an important source of inspiration within our training methodology, developing coordination, speed, movement, power, conditioning and mental focus, but you don't need to be a boxer to benefit. Whether you are looking to get seriously into your boxing or whether you are just serious about getting your body into shape, we have the skills and expertise to help.
Our range of boxing training sessions include:
- 1-1 Coaching
- Boxing classes
- High intensity interval boxing classes
- Boxing technical skills
- Boxing conditioning
- One to one boxing training
- One to one personal training
- Small group training
- Functional performance training
Our dedicated and passionate team of coaches will provide a structured training environment, helping you to develop your boxing skills, increase your speed and power, and also improve your overall fitness and stamina.
FUNCTIONAL PERFORMANCE COACHING
FIND YOUR INNER STRENGTH
At BoxingNI, we’re redefining what a training facility can be.
We combine functional performance training, strength and conditioning, athletic movement and boxing-inspired training to create a coaching experience designed to make you fitter, stronger, more capable and more confident - whatever your age or ability.
This isn’t about simply working harder. It’s about training with purpose.
Every session is structured around developing the qualities that matter: strength, power, endurance, mobility, coordination, speed and resilience. Our coaches focus on movement quality, progressive development and intelligent programming, ensuring you are challenged while training at a level that is right for you.
MORE THAN A WORKOUT
Our fully equipped coaching facility provides a welcoming, professional environment where you can train with purpose, learn new skills and become part of a positive community.
Whether you're starting your fitness journey, returning to training, looking to improve your general fitness or want to push your performance further, our programmes are designed to meet you where you are, and take you further.
PERFORMANCE FOR EVERYONE
You don't need to be an athlete to train like one.
Our approach takes the principles of athletic performance and makes them accessible to men and women of all ages and abilities. Boxing provides an inspiration for developing coordination, footwork, speed, power and conditioning, while functional training builds the strength, stability and movement capacity needed for everyday life and long-term performance.
With expert coaching, structured programmes and a supportive training environment, we help you build confidence, develop your capabilities and achieve more than you thought possible.
TRAIN SMARTER. GET STRONGER. PERFORM BETTER.
At BoxingNI, our goal isn't simply to get you through another workout.
It's to help you become stronger, fitter, more capable and better equipped for whatever life demands.
Your fitness. Your performance. Your journey.
Functional Fitness
Improve how you move, work and perform in everyday life through functional movement and conditioning.
Strength
Build strength and power through progressive resistance training.
Boxing
Use boxing-inspired movements and conditioning to improve fitness, coordination and resilience.
More Than a Gym. More Than Boxing.
BOXINGNI is built around Functional Performance Training as our core identity, with boxing providing the inspiration and mindset behind our approach.
Rather than being seen as a boxing gym that also offers fitness, BOXINGNI is a modern, coaching-led Functional Performance Training facility where people of every ability can develop fitness, strength, confidence and resilience.
Founded by Mervyn Espie, who brings over four decades of coaching experience across boxing, strength and conditioning, functional training and performance development, BOXINGNI has been built on a philosophy of helping people move better, perform better and achieve more.
Alongside the founder, our team of highly qualified coaches bring expertise across a wide range of training methods, including functional fitness, strength development, conditioning, boxing-inspired training, mobility, athletic performance and coaching for all levels of ability. Together, our coaching team provides the knowledge, experience and support required to help every member progress safely and effectively.
The discipline, movement, conditioning and mental approach developed through boxing inspire the way we train, while our Functional Performance Training methodology provides the structure, coaching and progression needed to help every member achieve lasting results.
Our approach combines functional movement, strength development, mobility, conditioning and progressive coaching to create training that improves performance in the gym, in sport and in everyday life.
What Is Functional Performance Training?
At ‘BoxingNI-Functional Performance Training’, we help people of all fitness levels become fitter, stronger and more confident through expert coaching, functional fitness and boxing-inspired training.
Whether you're stepping into a training facility for the first time, returning to fitness or looking to take your performance to the next level, every session is designed to challenge you at your own ability. Our experienced coaches guide and encourage every member to progress week after week in a supportive, welcoming environment.
Our Approach
At BoxingNI, everyone trains together, but no two members train exactly the same.
Every workout is scalable, allowing beginners and experienced members to work side by side while training at the intensity that's right for them. Our coaches provide encouragement, guidance and progression so you continue building fitness, strength and confidence at every stage of your journey.
Fit Not Hit isn't just a slogan - it's our philosophy. We use boxing as a fun, challenging and effective training tool to improve your fitness, coordination and resilience, without the pressure to compete or spar.
Why choose BoxingNI?
- Coach-led Functional Performance Training
- Functional Fitness, Strength & Boxing-Inspired Conditioning
- Unlimited access to our fully equipped training facility
- Sessions suitable for all abilities
- A supportive training community focused on progress, not perfection
- Expert coaching to help you improve every week
Choose How You Train
Performance Membership
Performance Membership
Unlimited Training Facility Access
Include:
- Unlimited facility access
- Coach-led Performance Classes
- Suitable for every ability
- Performance Coaching
Premium option for people wanting:
- More personalised coaching
- Structured programming
- Progress tracking
- Small-group training
- Mums Performance Coaching
- Youth Performance
- Personal Coaching
Include 1-to-1 and potentially small-group 6–8 coaching as a future service under the BOXINGNI structure.
Premium Membership - Available Sessions
Weekly Performance Training
Monday
Total Performance Mondays
Start your week with a full-body functional training session designed to improve strength, fitness, mobility and endurance. Suitable for all abilities, every exercise can be adapted to your fitness level, with our coaches helping you progress week after week
Tuesday
Boxing Fitness & Conditioning
Improve fitness, coordination and endurance using boxing-inspired training. No experience or sparring required—just a great workout.
Wednesday
Functional Circuits
High-energy circuit training combining functional movements, strength and cardiovascular conditioning to improve all-round fitness.
Thursday
Strength & Conditioning
Develop strength, power and athletic performance through progressive resistance and conditioning exercises Lower body strength session.
Friday
Performance Friday
Finish the week with a fun, coach-led team workout designed to challenge you, celebrate your progress and build a strong training community.
Sunday
Power Sundays
Develop strength, power and athletic performance through progressive resistance and conditioning exercise Upper body strength session following on from Thursdays lower body strength and conditioning session.
Ready to Perform at Your Best?
Take your training to the next level with our weekly Functional Performance Training Programmes. Build strength, improve movement and develop the fitness you need to perform at your best.
Want More Personalised Coaching?
Our Performance Coaching programme is designed for members who want more personalised coaching and faster results. Ideal for:
Small Groups
6–8 people
Structured Programmes
6 or 12-week programmes
Clear Goals
Training built around what you want to achieve
Progress Tracking
Regular monitoring throughout your programme
Individual Coaching
More support and guidance throughout every session
Premium Membership
1-1 Personal Coaching
Our One-to-One Coaching programme is designed for members who want more personalised coaching and faster results.
Perfect for anyone wanting to build strength, lose body fat, improve fitness or take their training to the next level.
Available Sessions
Monday: 7.15 - 8:30 pm
Fri: 7 - 8 pm
Sat: 7 - 8 pm
Potentially Mums Performance Coaching Youth Performance as future service under the BOXINGNI structure.
Performance
Group Coaching
Our 12-week Performance Group Coaching programme is designed to help you improve your strength, fitness and overall performance through structured training and expert coaching.
Train as part of a focused group, stay motivated and work towards your goals with sessions designed to help you get stronger, fitter and perform at your best.
Available Sessions
Wednesday: 7:15 – 8:15 pm
Thursday: 7 – 8 am
Saturday: 7 – 8 am
Coming Soon
We're also planning future Performance Small Group Sessions, including dedicated sessions for Mums and Youth. Dates and times will be confirmed soon.
Our training gym is based in Ballymoney and welcomes people from across North Antrim, the Causeway Coast and surrounding areas. Our sessions focus on functional performance training, helping you build strength, fitness, endurance and confidence.
Join our training sessions today!
