Boxing for Kids | Quinit Boxing Vancouver & Coquitlam

what parents notice after a few months

You're not enrolling your kid in boxing. You're enrolling them in what boxing does. Four things parents tell us they see:

more confident

Kids and teens who walk in unsure walk out with their head up. Boxing teaches them they can do hard things — and the confidence carries into school, friendships, how they show up.

better focus

Boxing is a thinking sport. Kids learn to listen, copy a movement, and adjust. That skill set transfers directly to the classroom. Multiple parents have told us their kids' teachers noticed first.

a real outlet

For high-energy younger kids: structured physical training, and they sleep at night. For teens: a place to put pressure, frustration, and energy that's healthier than the alternatives. Either way, energy goes somewhere productive.

less screen time

Two to three sessions a week, and a sport they actually want to talk about at dinner. This one hits hardest for teen parents — boxing is one of the few things teens choose over their phones.

ONE GYM. TWO YOUTH PROGRAMS.

roosters

AGES 9-11

Fun, structured, fully non-contact. Game-based drills that build coordination, listening, and the boxing fundamentals — taught by coaches certified to work with this exact age group. Built so your kid wants to come back.

juniors

AGES 12-17

Real boxing for teenagers. Technique, conditioning, partner work, and the option to compete if they want it. Sparring is available with full equipment and coach supervision — never required, never a surprise.

Your child's free class is in the program that matches their age. Tell us their age on the form and we'll handle the rest.

THE TWO QUESTIONS EVERY PARENT ASKS

IS BOXING SAFE FOR KIDS?

Yes. And we take it seriously at every level.

Little Roosters (5-11) classes are fully non-contact. No sparring, no contact drills. Just skills, movement, and games.
Juniors (12-17) classes are non-contact by default. Sparring is opt-in only — full equipment, coach supervision, only when the teen passes our Assessments and Try Outs.
Every kids coach is internally certified. They're trained to coach the age group they're working with.
Clear behavioural standards. Control, respect, coachability. Same rules for every kid, enforced by every coach.

We've coached hundreds of kids over 7 years and we've earned the trust of the parents in our community. That doesn't happen by accident.

WILL BOXING MAKE MY KID MORE AGGRESSIVE?

The honest answer: the opposite.

Disciplined martial arts training teaches kids that physical skills come with responsibility. Our coaches reinforce respect — for coaches, for training partners, for themselves — in every single class.

In seven years of coaching kids, we have not had a parent come back to say their kid started fighting at school. We hear the opposite — kids who got teased stop being targets, kids who used to lash out have somewhere to put it. Boxing channels energy. It doesn't manufacture it.

HOW THE FREE CLASS WORKS

1. fill out the form

Takes 30 seconds. Tell us your child's age and which location works for you.

2. pick your childs class

Right after you submit, we'll show you the schedule so you can pick a first class. A coach also follows up to confirm.

3. BRING THEM IN — FREE

Show up 10 minutes early. We provide gloves for the first class. If they love it, we'll talk options. If not, no pressure!

Who is coaching You.

Quinit Boxing is led by Jon Quinit — a former national-level amateur boxer who's spent the last seven years coaching national champions, ranked pros, and kids from age five. He designed the Little Roosters and Juniors curriculums himself.

Every coach who teaches a youth class is certified internally to work with that age group before they ever step in front of a class. Coaching a 6-year-old is different from coaching a 14-year-old — and we hire and train for that difference.

That's the difference between a class your kid likes and a class your kid learns from.

hear from parents at qb

One from each track.

Watching Lennox grow through the Little Roosters Program has been amazing. She loves it so much that she now has dreams that she wants to compete one day. Joining Quinit was honestly one of the best decisions I’ve ever made for both myself and my family.

eddie l.

parent of a little rooster

Great confidence builder in my son his first month at this club great coach I can't say enough.

travis c.

parent of a little rooster

Amazing team running this gym. My kid signed up for their summer trial and was instantly hooked. Quinit boxing has built an amazing community that inspires both young and old.

js e.

parent of a junior teen

questions we get from parents

Everything else parents ask before they walk in.

My child is 12. Which program is right

12 is a special age. If your child likes structure, has sports experience, and is up for more intensity, we recommend Juniors. If they prefer more play and are still building athletic basics, Little Roosters works through age 12. Tell us about your kid and we'll place them.

Is boxing safe for kids

Yes. Little Roosters classes are fully non-contact at every stage. Juniors classes are non-contact by default — sparring is opt-in only, with full equipment and coach supervision. We've coached hundreds of kids over seven years.

Will boxing make my kid more aggressive

The opposite, in our experience. Disciplined martial arts training teaches kids that physical skills come with responsibility. In seven years coaching kids, we hear the opposite: kids who used to lash out have somewhere productive to put their energy.

How often should my kid train

For Little Roosters (5-11): 2x/week is the sweet spot. Once a week is fine for younger kids or to try it out. We also believe kids this age should be playing multiple sports — boxing complements them, doesn't replace them. For Juniors (12-17): 3-5x/week is typical. The teens who progress fastest train 3+ times a week.

Will my kid have to spar

Never required, ever. Little Roosters classes are fully non-contact. In Juniors, sparring is opt-in only and only happens with full equipment, coach supervision, and the teen's (and parent's) go-ahead. Many of our Juniors train for years without ever sparring.

What does my kid need to bring

Athletic indoor shoes, athletic clothing, and a full water bottle. We provide gloves for trial classes. If they keep training, we'll help you with their own gear when the time comes.

My kid is shy or has never done a sport. Will they be okay?

Yes. We get this kid all the time. Coaches are trained to bring shy kids in gradually. By the second or third class, almost every kid is comfortable.

My kid has a lot of energy or is hard to sit still. Will they be okay?

Even more yes. These are often the kids who thrive fastest in boxing. The structure plus the physical output is exactly what high-energy kids need.

Is QB welcoming to girls and gender-diverse kids

Yes. Our youth programs have meaningful representation of girls and gender-diverse kids across both locations and both age groups. There's no separate "girls' program" because there doesn't need to be — they train alongside everyone else and they belong.

Can I continue after the trial period

Yes. Memberships are available for both Little Roosters and Juniors — see pricing above. Someone from our team will be in touch during the trial to discuss options. No pressure: if QB isn't a fit for your kid, we'll tell you that too.

BOXING FOR KIDS &and TEENS. FIRST CLASS FREE.