Five stars . Old school feel and setup CHECK!! Looking for a gym with a coach that teaches technical aspects and a wealth of boxing knowledge? Petramale Boxing is the gym for you. Steve Petramale has fought before and is truly passionate about the sport. Super cool dude . Come and see for yourself a real boxing gym a rarity nowadays. Do yourself a favor save some time come here for a no gimmick experience. Pleasure being here ! read more

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I got 1-on-1 lessons with Cody and I have to admit it was the best workout I've had in a long time. Cody was very professional and made me feel confident/comfortable even though I had no previous boxing experience. The gym was very clean and there was plenty of room to workout. I'm looking forward to my next visit! read more

I've been training for years here with CODY. I can't speak highly enough of this gym or of Cody, who has been the best trainer I ever had. He's a sponge when it comes to continually improving his boxing knowledge and his clients get to benefit from this constant boxing curiosity. No two sessions are the same -- even in sparring sessions he'll mix up his own techniques to keep you from relying on habits. He goes above and beyond, occasionally sending videos, assigning practice exercises, etc. etc. He's also just a great all around dude who's fun to be around. I highly recommend giving him and this gym a shot. read more

This was my first boxing gym. It's about the size of a pool table. Nah it's just big enough to fit a ring on one half and have workout space on the other. The trainers here are awesome and they give good one-on-one training during class time to improve technique. it's $15/class or $90/mo for unlimited classes and it's totally worth it. This hole in the wall is home to a number of celebs who want to work out quietly with Little attention. Some of them even join the regular classes rather than insisting on private workouts. That just speaks to the comfort level one can have in this place. Downside: the workout facility (treadmills, free weights, etc.) is for personal training use only so if you want to round out your workout you either have to pay more of do it elsewhere. read more

One of the best things that I've gained from Petramale is my trainer Cody Bitler. I have been training with him since 2015. He's absolutely AWESOME! He trains me in weightlifting AND boxing. He is always willing to work with my schedule, so getting in some workouts with him is NEVER a problem. When it comes to weightlifting, he's really great at teaching me the correct form so I don't hurt myself. During our boxing sessions, is when he pushes me, yet he's patient when I'm trying to learn his different combinations. People, if you're looking to get fit without being in a crowded gym Petramale is perfect. If you're looking for some excellent training in either boxing or weights CODY BITLER is your guy! read more

Petramale's is, without question, my favorite place to work out in LA. Knowledgable and helpful trainers, great clientele, and the perfect environment to get back in shape. People from all walks of life make this an almost family environment. I strongly recommend it. read more

Great place to have a workout. The most action packed hour of your life! Come by and see what made this for me a truly amazing experience. You have to see it and talk to the owner to really appreciate it. Petramale is a genuinely great guy that cares about you and your success. Give him a shot! You'll love it! read more

Gawdd I miss this place! True it's tiny but the people really make this place great. I trained private sessions with Gabe for about 2 years and was always amazed at how focused he kept me. I found myself continually progressing as he kept things at a pace where I was always able to push for just that little bit more. He'd always mix things up and keep it interesting but always on a strong foundation of fundamentals, always keeping me on my toes and never letting me get sloppy. I've never worked out so hard and never have had as much fun! Fantastic guy and a fantastic gym!!! Hello from France! All the best! read more

I'M NOT SURE WHY THIS POST WAS TAKEN DOWN BUT I LOVE THIS GYM AND WANTED TO REPOST!!!! I've been training at Petramale Boxing for over 2 years now and I must say its awesome!! Great people and trainers in a fun/friendly atmosphere. They have a full-sized boxing ring, a variety of punching bags and super classes! I would strongly recommend Petramale Boxing to anyone! ~C read more

Cody trains my 11 years old 6th grader. The 8th grader that got suspended for smoking in the boys room no longer cuts in the lunch line. No throws thrown. Just his level of confidence. He can stand up knowing there is a slim chance that the 8th grader can connect on him. Cody doesn't suck as a boxing trainer and if you do Jiu jitsu with him be prepared for the crossface of your life if you are dumb enough to shoot on him! read more

I was super excited about this gym because my friend/ trainer said he heard great things about it. he offered to pay to train me there. As soon as we walked in people were giving us weird/dirty looks and it felt extremely uncomfortable I wasn't sure if it was because we were not white or if it was because there was some sort of check in process that we had missed? But I immediately felt uncomfortable. After being there for about two minutes a guy came out and introduced himself I'm not sure if he was the owner, but my trainer was politely asking him questions, trying to figure out what the rates/ hours were. He was immediately cut off as the guy started telling my trainer that he didn't know what he was doing and that he was not a real fighter if he trained at more than one gym. My trainer was simply asking questions trying to figure out the schedule and wanted to bring the rest of his clients there unfortunately, the guy was completely badgering him and belittling him right in front of me... His client!! It was extremely unprofessional and I felt so uncomfortable that I interrupted the conversation and told him I was not comfortable with the overall vibe and that I would never pay money to train there... It took everything in me not to give him a bigger piece of my mind. I walked out with my head high and I would never ever spend money at a place where people are this disrespectful, arrogant/ judgmental read more

DISCLAIMER: I have NOT worked out at Shadow Boxing BUT... I have been trained by Steve Petremale while he was at PKG Training Center in Culver City and he is definitely the REAL DEAL! I suffered a career ending knee injury while playing college football and quickly ballooned up to 317lbs. Working out at LA Fitness, doing cardio and lifting weights just wasn't doing the trick - I was losing a few pounds here and there but nothing substantial. So, after doing some research - I decided to give boxing a try and fortunately I stumbled across Steve in the process. The guy is an amazing trainer; he's super knowledgeable, he's brash, he pushes you beyond your limits but knows when to pick you up and motivate you when you're dragging as well. I trained with Steve for just shy of a year --- I learned a ton of technique; footwork, head movement and of course proper punching form and boxing tactics. Long sorry short --- I dropped 80lbs! That's right, 80lbs and it actually came off quite easy with a few dietary tweaks. So, whether you're already in shape or if you're trying to get motivated for the new year -- give this place a chance. Ask for Steve - he'll take care of you and I can guarantee that if you dedicate yourself to the process, you'll reach your goals! read more

I've been training with Cody at Petramale Boxing for over six years. Girlfriends, apartments and jobs have come and gone, but Cody has remained a constant. He's worked with me on everything from wrestling, boxing and MMA, to muscle-ups and handstands. If you're a beginner looking for a well-rounded introduction to fitness and combat sports, or an experienced martial artist who wants to improve their technique and conditioning, Cody is the fucking man. I highly recommend him. read more

Petramale Boxing is the real deal. Absolutely love this place. Steve really knows what he's talking about and he is really passionate about the sport. Best boxing gym in town. read more

I started coming to boxing classes here a few weeks ago and its been great! I had never tried boxing before at all and the instructors were very patient and helpful - it's fast paced but very easy to pick up. It's a great workout all around and I like that they help with technique and skills during the classes as well. Would recommend completely :) read more

This is a very cool boxing gym that is old-school in all the best ways. Steve, the owner, is one of the best trainers in L.A. He is knowledgeable, intuitive and offers amazing instruction. He is the best trainer I have ever met in any discipline (CrossFit, martial arts, weight training and more.) The vibe at Petramale Boxing is one of its best features. Everyone is friendly and works hard. It is like "Cheers" but with an amazing workout. My favorite Saturday morning is a workout at Petramale Boxing and then breakfast somewhere in that neighborhood. read more

I have been coming here for a few months now and it is such a great gym. Everyone is very nice and the trainers are experienced in what they do. Coming from previous gyms and working with trainers in the past, this place is the real deal. Boxing classes are one of the best I've ever taken. Definitely recommend this place read more

I just joined the boxing class and I'm lovin it! The trainers know how to keep up the momentum, work you hard, effortlessly help you adjust so you can maximize your own strengths. The participants all join in to give the class a friendly welcoming feel. The trainers switch off so you can get different styles every day. The pricing is great (18 bucks a class or 75 for a unlimited month) and the gym staff is patient and helpful. Highly recommended! read more