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Boxing gym serving Tampa, FL & surrounding areas.

Franklin Gym is located in the SoHo district of South Tampa on Howard Avenue. We serve boxing enthusiasts from every corner of Tampa Bay — from Hyde Park to Brandon, Clearwater to Riverview.

South Tampa & nearby

Less than 10 minutes from our gym on Howard Ave.

South Tampa0.5 miles — 2 minutes
Hyde Park1.2 miles — 4 minutes
SoHo0.1 miles — 1 minute
Downtown Tampa2.5 miles — 7 minutes
Palma Ceia1.8 miles — 6 minutes
Bayshore1.5 miles — 5 minutes
Davis Islands3 miles — 8 minutes
Interbay1.2 miles — 4 minutes
Westshore3 miles — 8 minutes
Channelside3.5 miles — 10 minutes

Greater Tampa area

10–20 minutes from Franklin Gym.

Seminole Heights4 miles — 12 minutes
Tampa Heights3.5 miles — 10 minutes
Ybor City5 miles — 12 minutes
Carrollwood10 miles — 18 minutes
Town 'N' Country8 miles — 15 minutes
North Tampa9 miles — 17 minutes
Gandy3.5 miles — 10 minutes
USF Area11 miles — 20 minutes

Tampa Bay region

20–30 minutes via expressway or causeway.

Brandon14 miles — 22 minutes
Riverview16 miles — 25 minutes
Clearwater24 miles — 30 minutes
St. Petersburg25 miles — 30 minutes
Lutz15 miles — 22 minutes
Wesley Chapel25 miles — 30 minutes
New Tampa17 miles — 25 minutes

0.5 miles · 2 minutes from Franklin Gym

Boxing gym near South Tampa

Looking for a real boxing gym near South Tampa? Franklin Gym is 0.5 miles away — just a 2 minute drive to Tampa's most authentic boxing experience.

South Tampa is one of the most active and fitness-conscious neighborhoods in the entire Tampa Bay area. With Bayshore Boulevard's famous waterfront running path, a dense concentration of boutique fitness studios, and a community that values health and wellness, South Tampa residents have high standards for their gym experience. Franklin Gym meets those standards with authentic boxing training — not the watered-down, music-pumping cardio boxing that franchise studios offer.

Located directly on Howard Avenue in the SoHo district, Franklin Gym is the neighborhood's boxing gym. Our coaches include Asa Beard, who trained alongside Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao, and Isaac Paillere, the 2025 Florida Golden Gloves Heavyweight Champion. Whether you're a Bayshore runner looking to cross-train, a professional wanting a morning workout before the office, or a parent searching for a disciplined kids' program, Franklin Gym is your South Tampa boxing home.

Getting here from South Tampa

Franklin Gym sits right on Howard Avenue in the heart of South Tampa. From most of South Tampa, you're just a few minutes away — head north on Howard Ave and you'll see us on the left past Platt Street.

"Franklin Gym changed my life. The coaches push you to be your best without being intimidating. I came in with zero boxing experience and now I feel confident and strong."— Mike R., Google Review

1.2 miles · 4 minutes from Franklin Gym

Boxing gym near Hyde Park

Looking for a real boxing gym near Hyde Park? Franklin Gym is 1.2 miles away — just a 4 minute drive to Tampa's most authentic boxing experience.

Hyde Park is Tampa's most historic and upscale neighborhood, known for tree-lined streets, walkable shops at Hyde Park Village, and a community that values quality over quantity. Residents here aren't looking for a generic fitness chain — they want expert instruction and a real training experience.

Franklin Gym is just a short walk or 4-minute drive north on Howard Avenue from the heart of Hyde Park. Our gym brings world-class boxing to a neighborhood that deserves nothing less. Owner Kevin Franklin has produced professional world champions, and our coaching staff includes trainers who've worked in camps with boxing legends. For Hyde Park residents who want the real thing — technique, conditioning, and community — Franklin Gym is the obvious choice.

Getting here from Hyde Park

From Hyde Park Village, head north on S Howard Ave. Franklin Gym is about 1 mile up on the left, just past the SoHo restaurant district. Easy walk or bike ride from anywhere in Hyde Park.

"As a woman who was nervous about walking into a boxing gym, I can say Franklin Gym is the most welcoming place. Coach Asa and the whole team make you feel like family from day one."— Christina M., Google Review

2.5 miles · 7 minutes from Franklin Gym

Boxing gym near Downtown Tampa

Looking for a real boxing gym near Downtown Tampa? Franklin Gym is 2.5 miles away — just a 7 minute drive to Tampa's most authentic boxing experience.

Downtown Tampa's skyline is growing fast, and so is the neighborhood's residential population. With high-rise condos, the Tampa Riverwalk, and a thriving business district, Downtown professionals need a fitness option that challenges both body and mind. Boxing does exactly that — and Franklin Gym does it better than anyone in the area.

Just 7 minutes from the heart of Downtown, Franklin Gym offers early morning classes starting at 6 AM — perfect for professionals who want to train before heading to the office. Our coaches don't just count reps — they teach real boxing. Footwork, defense, combinations, and fight-level conditioning. For Downtown Tampa residents and workers looking for something more meaningful than a treadmill, this is it.

Getting here from Downtown Tampa

From Downtown Tampa, take Ashley Drive or Tampa Street south to Kennedy Blvd, then head west. Turn south on Howard Ave — Franklin Gym is on the right. Alternatively, take Bayshore Blvd south for a scenic route.

"Best boxing gym in Tampa, hands down. The trainers are world-class and the community is incredibly welcoming. My kids love the youth program too."— Sarah L., Google Review

14 miles · 22 minutes from Franklin Gym

Boxing gym near Brandon

Looking for a real boxing gym near Brandon? Franklin Gym is 14 miles away — just a 22 minute drive to Tampa's most authentic boxing experience.

Brandon is one of the largest suburbs east of Tampa, with a family-oriented community, busy shopping corridors, and a growing fitness culture. While Brandon has some MMA gyms and kickboxing studios, there's a gap in dedicated, traditional boxing training taught by professional-level coaches.

Franklin Gym fills that gap. The Selmon Expressway makes the trip fast and direct — just 22 minutes door-to-door. What you get at Franklin is fundamentally different from what's available in Brandon. Our owner Kevin Franklin has produced world champions. Coach Asa Beard has trained in camps with Mayweather and Pacquiao. This isn't pad-holding at a strip mall — it's world-class boxing instruction. Many of our members commute from Brandon specifically because they recognize the quality difference.

Getting here from Brandon

From Brandon, take the Selmon Expressway (FL-618) west directly into South Tampa. Exit at S Howard Ave and head south — Franklin Gym is on the right. The expressway makes it a fast 22-minute trip even during rush hour.