Queerboxing
Lola Lieven,
Rodenrijsstraat 43,
Amsterdam
Boxing is from and for everyone!
That's why we are introducing our specially tailored FREE Queer Classes These classes are specifically for anyone under the queer umbrella. Our queer classes are specifically aimed at rookies but everyone is welcome.
Boxing gear available and bring your own if you have.
Queerboxing offers free boxing classes for anyone who wants to learn or try boxing in a safer, community-focused space. Our class is called Basic Bitch Boxing, in the most positive sense of the word. It’s about doing something we might not be good at yet but being brave enough to try anyway.
We embrace the idea that it’s okay to be a “basic bitch” sometimes. You don’t have to know everything or be strong or experienced. Trying, showing up, and showing up for yourself is what counts. No experience is needed, everyone can box. These lessons are especially suitable for people who are new to boxing, but if you’re more advanced, it’s a great way to get your basics back on track and practice your foundation.
Everyone deserves to feel safe. We aim to create a space where you can learn to box, build confidence, and hopefully feel a little safer in your body and in the world. It’s also a place to meet community, where friendships can grow.
If you have any injuries, limitations, or access needs, please let the trainer know in advance so we can adapt the exercises where possible.
What can you expect?
- The head trainer is Louie Tas @documenting_Louie
- Sometimes we have our backup bitches River Adomeit: @riveradomeit
and Jay Muller @Upperkut_jay
- Classes are free. No sign-up required, just show up.
- Arrive no later than 18:45.
- Be fully ready at 19:00 with wraps on and gear prepared.
- We start at 19:00 sharp.
- Up to 5 minutes late: you owe us 10 push-ups.
- More than 5 minutes late: unfortunately, you can’t join the class.
- We always begin with a check-in circle (name, pronouns, and how you’re feeling).
- Then we do a collective breath, warm-up, and start the lesson.
- We finish with a cool-down, stretching, breathing, and check-out.
What do you need?
- We have boxing gear available, but if you have your own, please bring it.
- We sell hand wraps if you want a pair. Otherwise, we provide hygiene gloves.
- For the Thursday class, please bring indoor sports shoes, as there are no mats.
Accessibility
- The thursday class is physically accessible for wheelchairs.
- The training itself is not specifically designed for wheelchair users, and we have limited experience with that, but we are open to improvising together. You are very welcome.
- Toilets and changing spaces are gender neutral.
- Changing spaces are improvised (toilet, greenhouse, or behind a curtain), so it’s best to arrive dressed for training.
Language
- If there is at least one English-speaking participant, the class is taught fully in English.
- If you don’t speak English, we’ll pair you with someone who can help translate.
Photo & privacy policy
- You may take photos or videos only with the consent of everyone involved and a clear reason for use.
- If we take photos or videos during class, we will always ask for consent before sharing them on Instagram.
Donations
- Classes are free, but donations are very welcome.
- We usually save up for things like mats or new equipment, so your support helps a lot.
- Please don’t let money be a barrier to joining.
Updates & contact
- Questions? DM us on Instagram: @queerboxing
- For updates, follow our Instagram or join our WhatsApp or Signal groups.
- We send reminders before each training and share news about events.
- Want to join the groups? Send a message to @queerboxing.
House rules
- Be on time.
- Everyone helps clean the equipment, and space.
- No discrimination of any kind: racism, transphobia, sexism, ableism, ageism, homophobia, or any other exclusionary behavior.
- If we make mistakes, we repair them together.
- No macho behavior or big egos. We help each other grow. Vulnerability is strength.
- Respect the trainer as they’re volunteering their time to teach this class.