Small group youth boxing in Whitefish. Your child gets a coach, not a crowd.
Real fundamentals, a clear roadmap, and a team that's here to stay. Ages 11-18. One coach for every four athletes.
Try it for 4 weeks. If you don't see more confidence and conditioning in your child, tell us and we'll refund you. No contracts.
The Flathead Valley's only USA Boxing Registered Club · Certified, Background-Checked, SafeSport Trained Coaches · Licensed & Insured · Licensed Physical Therapist on Our Team · Parents Always Welcome
Why Families Come to Us
We hear the same thing from local parents: classes are crowded, there aren't enough instructors, and kids get held back every time someone new joins.
We do it differently.
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One coach for every four athletes. Every athlete is seen, corrected, and coached.
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Separate age groups (11-14 and 15-18). Younger athletes need a different approach than older ones.
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A clear roadmap, paced to your child. We coach the individual, not a script or a calendar.
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New athletes never slow anyone down. Newcomers get focused attention on fundamentals while experienced athletes keep advancing, and the whole group learns from each other.
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A team that's here to stay. Our own kids lost their gym once. We're building the place they can always count on.
Why We Started Battle Angels
Our boys loved boxing, but we couldn't find a place to train them the right way. The gyms we tried were crowded and rushed, with too many kids and not enough teaching. Our kids wanted to compete, and they needed steady, dedicated coaching to stay safe while they did. We started coaching because our own kids needed it.
So we built the place that we were looking for.
We believe boxing should teach more than punches. It should teach focus, patience, respect, and how to stay calm under pressure. That's why we keep classes small, with every athlete coached closely and learning at their own pace.
The developmental years matter most. We're building a home for young athletes, and we're not going anywhere.
Meet Our Coaching Team
Coach John has spent 30 years in law enforcement, holds a master's degree in conflict management, and has taught self-defense for 15 years. He is a USA Boxing certified coach and official and has coached youth boxing for four years. Athletes he has coached have won Montana Golden Gloves and Silver Gloves state titles.
Coach Sonya is a registered USA Boxing coach and a licensed physical therapist with more than 25 years of experience. She oversees how we handle injuries and concussion concerns.
We're a team, and that includes our athletes. It's about them, not us.
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What "USA Boxing Registered" Means to Your Child
USA Boxing is the national governing body for Olympic-style boxing, and we are the only USA Boxing registered club in the Flathead Valley. That means:
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Every coach is certified, background-checked, and SafeSport trained
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We follow USA Boxing's safety rules and use approved gear
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Athletes who spar are registered and insured
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Our athletes have a path to sanctioned competition, like Golden Gloves and Silver Gloves, if they choose it
Safety Comes First. Here's Exactly How We Do it.
We know parents have questions about boxing. Here are the answers up front.
Parents are always welcome. We encourage you to stay and watch. Our door is always open, and you'll never be asked to wait outside. The more you see, the better we all do our job.
Fundamentals first. Every athlete spends at least their first two months on footwork, balance, movement, defense, and proper punching technique. No sparring during that time.
Sparring is earned and always optional. Our coaches decide when an athlete is ready. Kids who don't want to spar are never pushed. They keep training, and many help coach the newer athletes.
Before sparring: light drills with no head contact. This helps athletes get comfortable in a controlled way.
Required gear for any contact drill:
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USA Boxing approved headgear (we provide it, or you can buy your own)
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A properly fitted mouthguard (you provide it, and we'll help you choose one)
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Approved sparring gloves (we provide them, or bring your own with our approval)
Sparring is a lesson, not a fight. It's capped at 50% speed and power, and a coach is in the ring at all times.
Sparring partners are matched by experience, age, weight, maturity, and control.
Injuries and concussions. Our coaching team includes a licensed physical therapist with more than 25 years of experience who knows concussion protocols. At any hint of injury, we notify parents right away and recommend seeing a doctor immediately.
Registered and insured. Athletes who spar are registered with USA Boxing for insurance coverage. Our gym is licensed and insured.
Don't want to spar at all? That's fine. Bag work, mitt work, shadowboxing, footwork, and conditioning are a full boxing workout.
Try Us for 4 Weeks. If It's Not Right, We'll Refund You.
If after 4 weeks you don't feel your child is more confident and conditioned, just tell us. We'll refund your money and part ways as friends. No pressure, no hard sell.
What Parents Are Saying
"My son finally stopped holding back."
“We tried other places for years and our kids were always being held back and they lost the love for the sport. Since we’ve made the move to Battle Angels our son is thriving, the love has come back, and he actually wants to make it to classes.”
— Sonja W., Whitefish Mom
"The small classes are everything."
“We checked out other ‘martial arts’ classes in the valley. Every one of them had 20-30 kids. We were lucky to find Battle Angels Boxing, a real boxing gym. Our boys get individual attention and coaching and are advancing faster than we can keep up. They know our kids strengths and weaknesses and help them grow every week.”
— Kelly R., Kalispell Parent
Schedule and Cost
4-week trial
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2 sessions per week after school, one coach for every four athletes
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Ages 15-18: Mondays and Wednesdays, 4:30-5:30 pm
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Ages 11-14: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:00-5:00 pm
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Loaner gloves and wraps included
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$300/month, cancel anytime, no contracts
Competition team (earned pathway): Fridays, additional $100/month. Athletes move up when their fundamentals are strong and they want to compete.
Also needed for sparring and competition: USA Boxing membership ($85 per year) and a sports physical (cost varies).
Missed a session? Give us 24 hours' notice and we'll do our best to make it up. For emergencies, we'll work it out case by case. If your child will miss several sessions for vacation or illness, we'll either prorate that month's fee or make up the sessions. If we ever cancel, you choose a make-up session or a prorated fee.
Who This Is For
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Kids who want real training, not just cardio boxing
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Families comfortable with structure and high standards
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Athletes who may want to compete over time
What We Ask of Athletes and Families
Great results take a team effort. We ask that athletes:
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Show up twice a week, because consistency is how skills build
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Come ready to be coached and ready to work
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Stay open to feedback, from us and from their teammates
In return, you'll get coaches who know your child, a plan to grow, and a team that has their back
How It Works
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Apply below, or text or call us.
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We talk with you. We'll answer your questions, make sure it's a good fit, and share our address.
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Show up 10 minutes early for the first session. You're welcome to stay and watch.
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After 4 weeks, you decide whether to continue.
FAQ
My child has never boxed. Is that okay?
Yes. Everyone starts as a beginner. The first two months are fundamentals only.
Can parents watch?
Absolutely. We encourage it, and parents are welcome at every session.
Will my child get hit?
Not in the first two months. Early training is technique only. Later, sparring is earned, optional, matched by size and experience, capped at 50% speed and power, and a coach is always in the ring. Any contact requires headgear, a mouthguard, and approved sparring gloves.
What if my child doesn't want to spar or compete?
Completely fine. Many athletes train for fitness, confidence, and skill and never spar.
How many kids are in each class?
No more than four, with one coach for every four athletes.
Where are you located?
We're in Whitefish, Montana. Our gym is on private property, so we share the exact address after we've spoken with you. It's a safety measure for our athletes. Once you're enrolled, you're welcome to watch any session.
What ages do you train?
11-14 and 15-18, in separate groups, because younger and older athletes need different approaches.
What does it cost?
$300/month, cancel anytime, no contracts. USA Boxing membership ($85/year) and a sports physical are needed for sparring and competition.
What if it isn't a fit?
Tell us within the first 4 weeks and we'll refund you.
What do we bring the first day?
Water, athletic clothes, and sneakers. We provide gloves and wraps. Please arrive 10 minutes early.
What if we miss a session?
Give us 24 hours' notice and we'll do our best to make it up. If your child will miss several sessions for vacation or illness, we'll either prorate your fee or make up the sessions.
What is the competition team?
An earned pathway on Fridays for athletes with strong fundamentals who want to compete. It's an extra $100/month.
Are you going to be around long-term?
That's why we started. We're building this to last, and any schedule change will come with plenty of notice.