Too Good Boxing
Too Good Boxing is a boxing gym located in St Charles, Illinois. Specializing in Traditional Boxing. Rated 4.8 out of 5 by community members.
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Too Good Boxing is a family friendly, boxing gym for all skill levels. The coaches work one on one with members to ensure proper footwork, and body mechanics for each skill. Members can attend unlimited group training classes throughout the week and take advantage of open gym hours most days from 7am to 7pm. In addition to several styles of heavy bags, there is a decent amount of workout equipment including treadmills, elliptical, dumbbells, various weight machines, battle rope, and a smith machine. The gym has a one person sauna, restrooms with benches, lockers and showers. The gym is an accredited USA Boxing Gym that trains men and women of all ages for local and national competitions. They collaborate several times a month with other local gyms to have fighters practice sparring each other for varied practice experience before tournaments & events.
Men and women seeking to find professional gym! TOO GOOD BOXING is the way to go! I’ve tried regular fitness gyms, mma gyms, other boxing gyms. This place has the calm, but also positive energy that you need to accomplish whatever goal it is you’re trying to reach. The one on one sessions. Without a doubt top quality boxing training. If you’re just looking for a quick HITT training or looking to elevate your boxing skills you have to come give it a shot! Watching Mike “Too Good” Wood coach the kids that come in is truly an eye opener. A lot of places I’ve been to have not given kids/other members as much attention “other than their fighters” as Mike does for ALL of his members. When you walk into a gym and the owner knows you by your name, asks how life outside of the gym is going, checking to make sure you’re ok. You know you found your gym. Come give it a shot you won’t regret it!
Too Good Boxing is an incredible place for young athletes to grow both in skill and character. My son trains here and we could not be more grateful for Coach Mike. He is an amazing coach who truly cares about the kids. He takes the time to teach proper technique, discipline, and confidence while creating a positive and motivating environment. What I appreciate most is that Coach Mike invests in the kids beyond just boxing. He encourages them, pushes them to be their best, and builds their character along the way. You can tell he genuinely loves what he does and wants to see every student succeed. If you are looking for a boxing gym where your child can learn the sport, build confidence, and be mentored by a great coach, Too Good Boxing is the place to be. Highly recommend! 💪🥊
⭐️ Honest Review from a Long‑Term Member (2 Years) I trained here consistently for about two years, and I feel a responsibility to share my experience.. especially for women considering joining. This review is not from a place of bitterness, but from clarity and accountability. I showed up, supported, attended events, paid my membership even during breaks, bought merch, referred friends, and genuinely rooted for this gym to succeed. I believed in this place. Over time, however, I witnessed behaviors that made me uncomfortable and ultimately led me to leave. These patterns took time to notice, but had I been warned, I would’ve taken my business elsewhere. ✅ Culture & Environment There’s a subtle culture here built around ego, control, and superiority rather than growth and community (from owner: Mike Wood). I noticed: • Negative jokes toward other gyms, even when members trained elsewhere to improve • Backhanded comments about life wins (trips, milestones, etc.) • A “what have you done for me lately” attitude toward loyal members • Passive‑aggressive behavior when someone took a break, even with communication ✅ Women’s Experience Some interactions crossed professional boundaries by the owner. Comments about my body from Mike and suggestive messages were brushed off as “jokes.” I initially brushed it off, but the pattern continued. When I created boundaries, the energy shifted. Support felt conditional on attention… not respect. Women deserve to train without wondering if kindness will be misread as interest (Mike Wood). ✅ Faith vs Behavior The gym presents itself publicly as faith-based, yet I experienced mocking comments about my walk with God and degrading remarks about my engagement & marriage, from the same person publicly claiming faith, Mike Wood. Faith isn’t a costume. Real leaders walk it, they don’t weaponize it. ✅ Race & Atmosphere Everyone has political freedom. But wearing polarizing political gear in a gym filled with Black athletes..( paired with superiority-laced jokes and subtle microaggressions) created an unnecessary power dynamic (Mike Wood). Leadership sets the tone. & culture matters, especially in boxing where trust and respect are everything. ✅ Emotional & Professional Boundaries When I stayed focused on training, grew spiritually, and leveled up in life, the tone shifted. I still wanted to stay for the price, the friendships, and another coach I respected there. But the emotional toll caused by the owner outweighed the benefit. I even initiated a respectful conversation, hoping for accountability. Instead, I was met with ego, deflection, and a lack of responsibility. That told me everything I needed to know about the foundation here. ✅ For Women Considering This Gym If you’re seeking: • Professionalism • Respect • Growth without power games • A place where your focus is taken seriously w/o flirtation & judgement from the owner • A gym that values members, whether they take breaks or not… and healthy culture Be mindful. Watch for energy shifts, the tone of jokes, and how women are treated once they stop entertaining the owner’s ego. There’s a reason many women don’t stay long. ✅ Final Thought I don’t regret training here. I grew, learned, and met good people. But the patterns became too clear to ignore. Boxing should build strength, not require women to tolerate boundary-crossing behavior or shrink to avoid backlash, and by no one else other that the owner. This gym has potential. But leadership shapes culture… & culture determines safety and protection. You should be able to trust your trainer. I’m choosing environments rooted in growth, respect, and integrity. I wish the gym success, and I hope this helps someone else make an informed decision.
Owner and boxing coach Mike is fantastic. He is great with my two boys and all the kids.
