Boxing Reimagined in Bahrain

AA Boxing opens doors with mission beyond the ring

AA Boxing has opened its doors with a vision that goes beyond producing fighters. Founded by Bahrain national team welterweight Ali AlAradi, the gym aims to reshape how boxing is seen in the Kingdom. For AlAradi, boxing is not simply a combat sport, but a way of life built on values and character. The gym is located at SixtyOffices Building, 4th Floor, Studio 401, Manama.

Speaking exclusively to The Daily Tribune, AlAradi traced that philosophy back to his own beginnings in the sport. He first took up boxing in 2013, motivated by a desire to stand up to bullying and encouraged by his brother Ahmed. What started as self-defence quickly became something deeper.

“After 26 fights and being exposed to the international boxing scene, I realised boxing is more than physical contact,” AlAradi said. “It’s about how a champion carries himself inside and outside the ring.”

That belief became the foundation of AA Boxing. AlAradi describes the sport as an elegant form of expression that rewards control and intelligence. He believes true boxing is built on precision rather than aggression. “Boxing is the art of hitting and not getting hit,” he said. “You don’t need labels. It shows in your character and in how you handle pressure.”

Inside the gym, that philosophy translates into a culture where values are taught alongside technique. AlAradi emphasised that discipline, integrity, and compassion are non-negotiable traits, even in a sport often misunderstood as purely aggressive. “People assume boxers are brutal,” he said. “But when you look at the greatest champions — Muhammad Ali, Canelo, Bivol — you see confidence balanced with humility. Champions know they’ve been through the hardest moments, and that creates compassion.”

AA Boxing also carries a clear developmental mission. Beyond recreational training, the gym is designed to support competitive athletes with aspirations of representing Bahrain internationally. “We want to inspire young boxers,” AlAradi said. “To give them a place where they can grow, compete, and one day wear the national colours.” He confirmed close cooperation with the national federation, alongside plans to accommodate fitness-focused members, personal training, group sessions, and an upcoming women’s squad.

Looking ahead, AlAradi sees AA Boxing as a long-term investment in people rather than trophies. “A champion is someone who balances strength with humility,” he said. “If we can pass those values to the next generation, boxing can make a real difference — in and out of the ring.”

Training and Membership

• Fight-Ready Personal Training: single session BHD 23, 4 sessions/month BHD 90, 8 sessions/month BHD 160, 12 sessions/month BHD 229, 20 sessions/3 months BHD 382

• Fighters’ Circle PT: single session BHD 13, 4 sessions/month BHD 54, 8 sessions/month BHD 138, 12 sessions/month BHD 198, 20 sessions/3 months BHD 229

• Development Squad: drop-in class BHD 5, 8 classes BHD 22, 12 classes BHD 31, monthly unlimited BHD 43, 3 months unlimited BHD 112, 6 months unlimited BHD 207

• High Performance Squad: monthly unlimited BHD 54, 3 months BHD 144, 6 months BHD 259

• Women’s Squad: drop-in class BHD 7, monthly unlimited BHD 50, 3 months BHD 150, 6 months BHD 225

• Contact: Instagram @aa.boxing.bh, Mobile 37771732, Email aaboxing.bh@gmail.com