Headon Boxing Academy Grand Canal Dock

Fantastic experience: Just finished my 10th coaching session and I enjoyed it a lot, great place to learn boxing. Coach Val is great

Fantastic experience: Enjoyed four weeks of classes either work colleagues. Great exercise and great trainers. Highly recommend. Suitable for all fitness levels and no boxing experience really required.

Fantastic experience: I can recommend this club!

Fantastic experience: Really cool place. The coaches are super professional and friendly i encourage any one wanting to try boxing to book some lessons you will not regret it.

Fantastic experience: If I could give more than 5 stars I would! I have been training here for almost 3 years (mad how time flies when you are having fun!) all the team is amazing but especially Michele, Val and John. It is hard to keep people motivated in this type of workout classes but they keep changing it so it doesn’t get repetitive. Even if you are not familiar with boxing I would recommend to try it. Well done to all the team!

Fantastic experience: One the best places to learn boxing. With multiple locations and very good coaches. Coach Sean and Coach Paddy are the head coaches and are very friendly and welcoming, no matter what level you are the coaches will help you improve and become a a better boxer. If you are on the fence about joining, take this as a sign and book in your next session.

Fantastic experience: I’ve been training here for three months, and it’s been an amazing experience! Paddy and Michele put in so much effort to help you improve your skills as a boxer. The classes are challenging, extremely useful, and a lot of fun. Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: After trying a few gyms around I ended up with a friend in HEADON, without any expectations. It turned out I discoverded a great environment with amazing coaches, and exciting training sessions. Very excited and I can’t wait to train with Michele again,Improve and learn. Highly recommended!!

Negative experience: More style than substance. Went to some of the events and they were poorly run. Definitely didn't learn anything new despite having to pay outside regular membership. The event organiser had a foul temper, finger clicking, eye rolling, clucking, tutting and raising his voice at people the entire time. Fairly astonished. Lots of professional boxers and coaches in Dublin who are humble, aren't in it for profit and you will learn more. Shop around!

Fantastic experience: I discovered this gym through Instagram and decided to try a 3-week beginner class. Honestly, I was a little hesitant at first and almost thought about giving up before even starting since I’d never boxed before and wasn’t sure what to expect. But from day one, the classes have been amazing! After finishing the initial three weeks, I signed up for a membership, and now I genuinely look forward to each class. Michele is fantastic, and the entire team makes us feel super comfortable. It’s also an incredible workout—I leave every session completely wiped out! I’m so happy I found these classes, and it’s been a great way to meet new friends too!

Fantastic experience: If you’re looking for a quiet life, free time, and zero new obsessions, stay far away from Headon Boxing Academy. I discovered this place two years ago, and from the very first moment, I was completely hooked. What started as “just trying something new” quickly spiraled out of control. Now, I eat, sleep, and breathe boxing. I’ve signed up for PT sessions, competed (and won!) in two fights, attended countless classes. My poor friends have been dragged to both of my fight nights and are forced to listen to me endlessly talk about new techniques I’ve learned. They’re basically honorary coaches at this point. To make matters worse, the staff here is ridiculously friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful—so there’s no excuse not to show up. And don’t even get me started on the amazing community of HBA members, who make it way too easy to make friends and feel like part of a team. If you’re ready to become totally obsessed with boxing and can’t resist an incredible place with great people, then sure, give it a try—but don’t say I didn’t warn you!

Fantastic experience: Very good experience and very good coaches,friendly environment one best experience I had,I would recommend anyone taking part for fitness and very enjoyable

Fantastic experience: I love practising boxing at Headon Boxing Academy Grand Canal Dock. The coaches, the studio, and the vibe are amazing. I am feeling great. I noticed some changes in my body and an excellent improvement in my mood. I recommend the course for beginners; you will love this sport and want to continue it forever.

Fantastic experience: Excellent experience. All the trainers are knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. Perfect for beginners.

Fantastic experience: The lads took on a corporate group from Three for a 6 week course and everyone we had absolutely loved it! Big thanks to Michelle, Chris, Oisin and Paddy for the sessions!

Fantastic experience: I can't recommend this gym enough. I was nervous trying somewhere new not knowing what to expect but once I went to that first class I haven't looked back 3 years later! Each and everyone one of the coaches make everyone v welcome, giving guidance and pushing you out of your comfort zone, while making all classes enjoyable. Class structures all vary, so it never gets momentous. Go on make that leap, you def won't regret it!

Fantastic experience: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I had a fantastic experience at the Boxing Academy! From the moment I walked in, I felt incredibly welcomed. Despite being older than the typical age group, I never felt self-conscious. The trainers are excellent and the classes fit perfectly into my schedule. The booking system is simple and efficient. Joining this academy has been one of the best choices I've made for staying fit. Highly recommended!

Fantastic experience: First time ever trying something like this. would highly recommend it to anyone looking to step out of their comfort zone. Have the pleasure of being coached by Paddy and Michele who are more than helpful and take the time to ensure drills are done correctly

Fantastic experience: Amazing experience !!! Nice environment and great atmosphere,Thank you guys for all support and opportunity's for this amazing event.

Fantastic experience: I did a fight camp back in February and it was one of the most enjoyable thing I have ever done. Paddy,Sean and the wider team are so supportive and helpful when it comes to boxing technique, cardio and strength and conditioning. I would highly recommend to anyone who wants to give boxing a go for the first time.

Fantastic experience: Friendly and knowledgeable instructors. Highly recommend this place to level up your boxing skills.

Fantastic experience: Amazing experience in the fight camp, trainers are really good learnt a lot so far about boxing, would highly recommend anyone that wants to get into boxing or help with there fitness to give it a go!

Fantastic experience: Great way to get into boxing as a complete beginner. The sessions are challenging, rewarding, and enjoyable with some amazing coaches. It's a mix of conditioning, technique, sparring, and making some great friends along the way. Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: HBA provides an excellent service for anyone interested in getting involved in boxing! The HBA team always put on an intense and challenging but extremely enjoyable session with a real focus on improving clients as boxers. I have fallen in love with boxing since starting with HBA.

Fantastic experience: Phenomenal training and coaching of sparring and boxing technique.

Fantastic experience: Amazing experience! Such a comfortable and positive space to learn in :)

Fantastic experience: Really great boxing gym - even better team. The trainers are all lovely and very knowledgeable. I’ve been training here for about 8 months and can say it’s been an amazing challenge both mentally and physically. Next to that the team ensures there’s a feeling of community and have met some really amazing people through this gym. Would recommend this place to anyone looking to get into boxing!

Fantastic experience: Amazing community of people and safe and friendly place to learn meny skills between boxing and discipline and meny other things couldn't thank them enough anyone looking to make the first step or brush up on skills this is the place to go

Fantastic experience: Great boxing gym for beginners, very friendly coaches and great at teaching all the boxing fundamentals!

Fantastic experience: We have been going to the Saturday morning class at the Grand Canal Dock studio for the past 2 years! We absolutely love it! The coaches are great and really take an interest in ensuring you improve your boxing technique but have a good time while doing it! Great form of exercise and a good way to start the weekend! So glad that I found Headon!

Fantastic experience: I did Headons 3 Week Beginner Course and the following Fight Camp in March-24. It was a great experience from the start to finish. The camp got me in the fittest shape of my life and I got to experience my first fight infront friends and family with a great group of fighters. Sean/Paddy and all the other coaches are top class. The Slugger

Fantastic experience: Great instructors and environment to learn boxing. Went from a newbie to being in the ring for a match and enjoyed it the entire way through

Fantastic experience: I trained here during my 8 week fight camp and I absolutely loved it! It's such a nice, welcoming atmosphere and a lovely place to train, I can't recommend it enough!

Fantastic experience: The team is amazing, I first started my beginner training with Paddy last year and now I have my 4th white-collar fight. There has been a lot support from all the HBA team in Gran Canal and Marion branches.

Fantastic experience: Great variety of boxing classes! Really good coaches that make it fun and challenging to keep you coming back for more. I particularly enjoy all the pads sessions and the fact that they have an actual boxing ring in which you can learn a lot more technical aspects of the sport too if you're interested. Couldn't recommend more! ❤️ Wish you guys would have a studio in Clontarf as well!

Fantastic experience: I did the beginner course in churchtown - the environment was super friendly and fun, and then a fight camp for 8 weeks in grand canal dock, such a great experience and unbelievable coaching the whole way through, shout out to Paddy, Sean, Michele and Val, who are incredible at what they do!

Fantastic experience: It's a great experience especially if you've never boxed at all before,the lads and there team is great and I highly recommend them to anyone thinking about lacing up the gloves.

Fantastic experience: Good passionate team, I really enjoyed every training

Fantastic experience: Just completed a fight camp, it's a great experience with excellent coaches. Everyone is really welcoming and push you to do your best

Fantastic experience: I did two fight camps with HBA now and would highly recommend if you want to get fit and challenge yourself. All the coaches are great and they pull out all the stops for fight night!

Fantastic experience: Had a brilliant 8 week camp preparing for my first boxing fight with HBA. Paddy & Sean and the wider training team are incredibly knowledgeable, positive and kind to everyone who took part. The match was competitive but safe - a great bucket list item to tick off and I’ve already signed up to continue PT’s with Robbie to continue boxing Never stop fighting

Fantastic experience: Great club, fight camp experience is next to none

Fantastic experience: Recently took part in the 8 week fight camp at Grand Canal. Great experience from start to finish, sessions are tough and definitely learnt a lot over the weeks. The fight night itself is very well ran and great Craic

Fantastic experience: Really welcoming atmosphere, great coaches and always felt confident in my ability to complete the workout. Customer Support Team were really helpful, friendly and informative (Shoutout to Sarah) before I even set foot in the studio and Coaches were motivating and friendly from the get go. Excited to keep attending !

Fantastic experience: Love this boxing studio... Great coaches and very professional training... Love coach Nessa, Julian... all the coaches are very kind and welcoming... ❤️

Fantastic experience: Been going here for about 5 months now and it’s always a good session. Coaches are nice, friendly, and knowledgeable and classes are always fun and tiring, in a good way!! You really work up a sweat here but you always leave happy knowing you did something good for you, your mind, and your body.

Fantastic experience: After getting started at Headon Boxing in Merrion, I slowly decided to try some classes in the Grand Canal unit and wasn't disappointed. The classes are bigger and we got a ring (!) to do our padwork, the coaches are nice, the classes are tough (in the best way possible). Really recommend it!

Fantastic experience: What an amazing experience! I just finished the fight camp and the fight night and it was one of the best nights of my life (and equally great 8 weeks of training). Paddy, Sean and all the coaches involved in Headon are fantastic. I was an absolute beginner to boxing and in the end now its a sport I have such respect for. They take great care of you and I felt safe all throughout the training while also having the feeling of really honing a new skill. Would absolutely recommend this to anyone, especially beginners who have an interest in the sport, you won't regret it!!

Fantastic experience: I trained for the fight camp in March ’23. I really enjoyed it, everyone was sound, training was great, really varied with a focus on fundamental boxing skills. The coaches make safety a priority. Would highly recommend.

Fantastic experience: Always have a great session in with the guys at Headon. Works your full body and leaves you feeling stress-free. Be prepared to sweat though, that’s all I’ll say

Fantastic experience: The team was absolutely brilliant for the fight camp! The training was very well done and effective, everyone is so friendly and they always make sure everyone is safe throughout! Highly recommend to anyone!

Fantastic experience: Always a great class to have here.

Fantastic experience: Great coaches, intense boxing workouts and you’ll have some fun along the way

Fantastic experience: Great way to stay fit in a challenging and fun environment where the coaches push you to learn and enjoy yourself. Highly recommend as it is much more challenging and very different to your regulary gym classes.

Fantastic experience: Highly recommended! Wonderful atmosphere, very professional and friendly coaches that are always happy to help you out. I have already tried all type of HBA sessions and couldn't say which one I like most. There is no better way to relieve stress! Thank you guys for all your hard work

Fantastic experience: Edit: In a period of 4/5 months I have lost 15kg. Great boxing training, professional coaches, and a very friendly environment!

Fantastic experience: Can’t speak highly enough of the HBA! The coaches are knowledgeable and friendly, they make everyone feel welcome and really take their time to teach you. It’s a great studio for people of all levels as the classes are challenging but everyone is supportive and encouraging. Convenient locations and timetables too!

Fantastic experience: Always have a great session in with the guys at Headon. Works your full body and leaves you feeling stress-free. Be prepared to sweat though, that’s all I’ll say