Ebrahim KhazaeiKickboxing & CrossFit
Not your typical fitness
Istanbul'sKickboxingGym
A Boxing and Kickboxing Gym in Seyrantepe
A boxing gym in Seyrantepe, Istanbul — kickboxing, Bo Staff, hip-hop, highheels, yoga and CrossFit under one roof. Three minutes from the M2 Seyrantepe metro, in the heart of Kâğıthane. Expert coaches in every discipline, a program built for every level. Start with the ₺500 trial class.
Why kickboxing?
Kickboxing pairs boxing hands with karate and Muay Thai kicks — unlike boxing, the whole body is in it. And let's settle a common misconception up front: kickboxing does not mean getting hit. In our program the first three months involve no contact at all.
Cardio that isn't boring
An hour on a treadmill and an hour on the pads are not comparable. The time passes because you're learning, not counting.
Body coordination
Stance, hip rotation, balance on one leg. These are skills that stay with you outside the gym.
Somewhere to put the pressure
After a working day, five rounds on the bag does what no meditation app manages.
A base in self-defence
Especially if you're living alone in a new city, that alone is a serious gain.
Reviews From You
I'll never forget the warmth I felt the day I first walked in to try boxing. The coaches teach discipline alongside technique — three months later I felt ready to step into the ring with real confidence.
Deniz Yıldırım
Boxing Member
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Working Hours
and Classes
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| 16:00 - 16:30 | Bo Staff Kickboxing Highheels Kickboxing | Contemporary Waacking Hip-Hop Functional Yoga | Kickboxing Kickboxing | Contemporary Waacking Hip-Hop Functional Yoga | Bo Staff Kickboxing Highheels Kickboxing Afro | Contemporary Waacking Hip-Hop Functional | |
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Six things to check before joining a boxing gym in Istanbul
Istanbul has no shortage of options. What's scarce is the right one. These are the criteria we hold ourselves to as well.
Class size
Chain gyms run classes of 30 because that's the business model. In a class of 30 the coach won't learn your name, let alone the flaw in your guard.
One coach, or a rotation?
Some places give you a different coach every session. For kickboxing that's fatal — nobody is tracking your progress.
Real access, not map access
In Istanbul, 20 minutes on a map is 50 minutes in traffic. A gym you can't reach by 19:00 is not, in practice, your gym.
Do they offer a trial class?
A place that won't let you try a single session before selling you an annual pass probably has something to hide.
How long is the contract?
Six-month and annual packages look cheaper, but they put the entire risk on you. A monthly pass means you choose again every month.
The room's gender mix
If you're a woman and wary of an all-male class, ask this outright. It isn't an awkward question.
Your first class, minute by minute
Beforehand you message us on WhatsApp and we hold a place in the trial class. Bring comfortable clothes; the studio provides gloves and wraps.
- 15 min
Warm-up
Rope and joint work, easy pace. Nobody expects you to arrive in shape.
- 30 min
Technique
Jab and cross. That's it. Day one isn't about learning five punches — it's about throwing one properly.
- 30 min
Pad work
With a partner. Your partner only holds the pads; nobody hits you.
- 15 min
Conditioning and cool-down
Closing the session. Tomorrow morning your arms and abs will ache and you'll wonder why — it's the pad work.
The first week is uncertain, the second session you settle in, and by the third week you're usually looking forward to class day.
Kickboxing for women: if you're hesitating
There are four questions we get on WhatsApp almost every week. The short answers:
- "Is the class mostly men?"
- No. Roughly half and half, and in some sessions women are the majority.
- "Will I get hit?"
- No. Zero contact for the first three months. Sparring is entirely optional.
- "I'm not strong enough."
- Power comes from the hips, not the arms. Most of our women members had never trained before.
- "I'm too old."
- Our oldest active kickboxing member is 54 and has been coming for eight months.
Latest Blog Posts
Notes from inside the studio — kickboxing technique, dance culture, training in Kâğıthane, and what to know before your first class.
Getting here: three minutes from the M2 metro
Cevahiroğlu İş Merkezi, Oğuzeli Sk No:14 Kat 1 Daire 1 — Seyrantepe, 34418 Kağıthane / Istanbul.Contact Us- M2 metro, Seyrantepe station — a 3-minute walk
- A few minutes from Levent by metro
- Şişli, Maslak and Mecidiyeköy are on the same M2 line
If you work along the Levent–Maslak corridor you can come straight from the office to the 18:30 class and still be home before 21:00.
Feel Free to Ask Anything
Looking for a boxing gym in Istanbul? Message us on WhatsApp about class times, monthly passes or the ₺500 trial class — we usually reply within a few hours.
Cevahiroğlu İş Merkezi, Oğuzeli Sk No:14 Kat 1 Daire 1
Seyrantepe, 34418 Kağıthane/İstanbul
info@goldenbeltclub.com
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Golden Belt Club?
Golden Belt Club is a boxing gym and dance academy in Seyrantepe, Kâğıthane, Istanbul. We're the only studio in the district where kickboxing, bo staff, dance, yoga and CrossFit share one roof — power meets rhythm.
Which classes do you offer?
Combat sports (kickboxing, bo staff), dance (highheels, waacking, hip-hop, contemporary, afro), yoga and functional CrossFit. Nine disciplines on a weekly schedule. All classes are adult-focused.
Where are you located?
Cevahiroğlu İş Merkezi, Oğuzeli Sk No:14, Seyrantepe, Kâğıthane. We're a 3-minute walk from the Seyrantepe M2 metro station — easy access from Levent, Şişli, Maslak and Mecidiyeköy.
How does the trial class work?
₺500 gets you a first class in any discipline — kickboxing, dance or yoga. Book on WhatsApp. Bring comfortable workout clothes; everything else, including highheels footwear, is provided at the studio.
How do I book a class?
Fastest is WhatsApp: +90 501 664 50 78. Classes have limited capacity so booking ahead is essential. You can also use our contact form.
Which is the best boxing gym in Istanbul?
"Best" depends on your district, your budget and the hour you have free. If you want a small class, a consistent coach and metro access, Seyrantepe and the M2 line are a sensible option.
How much does a kickboxing class cost in Istanbul?
Group classes in Istanbul generally run between ₺3,000 and ₺7,000 a month. Our 12-session kickboxing + CrossFit pass is ₺5,000, and the trial class is ₺500.
Is kickboxing suitable for a complete beginner?
Yes. Most people who join have no combat background at all; the program starts from zero.
How many sessions a week do I need?
Two is the sensible minimum to progress. Three — Monday, Wednesday, Friday — is the sweet spot.
Do I need to buy equipment?
Not to start. Gloves and the rest are available at the studio. If you stay with it, personal gloves are worth buying later.
I don't speak Turkish — is that a problem?
No. Our team is multilingual, and some of the coaches speak Persian.