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Peña's Boxing, a locally owned non-profit organization, is dedicated to youth development and preserving the sport of boxing. Our gym prioritizes instilling discipline to meet rigorous standards of physical fitness training, while our dedicated staff volunteers tirelessly to enhance the lives of our members, fostering camaraderie within the community and the sport. Our goal is to assist members in acquiring self-defense skills, mastering boxing techniques, improving fitness levels, and cultivating discipline. For further details on our training methods and how to get involved at Peña's Boxing, please don't hesitate to reach out to us.

Welcome to ​Peña's Boxing - Des Moines 

2024 National Silver Gloves 

Independence, MO

Peña's Boxing - Des Moines made another appearance to the National Silver Gloves Championship in Independence, MO on February 1st-3rd, 2024 and brought home some hardware. Siblings, Cesar and Isabela Rivera, competed in the championships in their respective weight class. Cesar, who was the 2020 National Silver Gloves Champion, brought home another belt after winning the 13-14 year-old division at 138 lbs, making him a 2X Champion. Isabela fought a hard fight but came up short and placed second in the 11-12 year-old division at 125 lbs. 

Congratulations Cesar and Isabela!

Upcoming/Recent Events:

  • Mar 01, 2025, 2:00 AM
    Des Moines, 2501 Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50321, USA
    Join us for another action packed boxing show on November 2, 2024. Peña Boxing - Des Moines is hosting the Midwest Throwdown Connections XII Boxing Show in West Des Moines, IA. TICKETS ARE SOLD AT THE DOOR
  • Apr 28, 2024, 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
    Des Moines, 1000 Porter Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315, USA
  • Feb 17, 2024, 1:00 PM
    Brody Middle School, 2501 Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50321, USA
  • Sat, Nov 04
    4801 Franklin Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310, USA
    Nov 04, 2023, 12:00 PM – Nov 05, 2023, 11:00 AM
    4801 Franklin Ave, Des Moines, IA 50310, USA
    Sarge's Westside Boxing Club invited Peña's Boxing - Des Moines to their Fall Boxing Showcase. PBC sent three boxers across town and came out 1-2! Congratulations to tour boxers who competed! Jayvon Roberts (1-0) Cassius Gomez (0-1) Altrell Durr (0-1)
  • Sat, Oct 28
    Cedar Bluffs Auditorium
    Oct 28, 2023, 2:00 PM
    Cedar Bluffs Auditorium, 106 W Main St, Cedar Bluffs, NE 68015, USA
    Peña's Boxing - Des Moines traveled to Nebraska to support the Fremont Boxing Club who presented Brawling in the Bluffs. Cassius Gomez represented Peña Boxing and put up a good fight, but came out losing his fight. Congratulations to Cassius!
  • Sat, Sep 16
    North Bend, NE
    Sep 16, 2023, 3:00 PM
    North Bend, NE, 741 N Main St, North Bend, NE 68649, USA
    Peña's Boxing - Des Moines sent three boxers to compete at the second Dodge County Duel in Nebraska. Congratulations to our boxers who won their fight: Cassius Gomnez, Cesar Rivera and Altrell Durr.
  • Sat, Jul 29
    North Platte, NE 69101, USA
    Jul 29, 2023, 11:00 AM
    North Platte, NE 69101, USA
    Peña's Boxing - Des Moines represented the 515 with five wins at the 4th Annual Buffalo Bill Brawl. Congratulations to our boxers: Cassius Gomez (1-0), Isabela Rivera (1-0), Cesar Rivera (1-0) and Altrell Durr (2-0).
  • Sat, Jun 24
    Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds
    Jun 24, 2023, 4:00 PM – Jun 25, 2023, 4:00 PM
    Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds , 2815 W Locust St, Davenport, IA 52804, USA
    Peña's Boxing - Des Moines sent two boxers to Davenport for a Pro/Armature show, both who won their fights. Congratulations to Cesar Rivera (Amateur) and Gilbert Gonzales (Professional).
  • Jun 17, 2023, 2:00 PM
    West Des Moines, 6500 Grand Ave, West Des Moines, IA 50266, USA
    Peña's Boxing - Des Moines hosted the 9th Midwest Throwdown Connections Boxing Show in West Des Moines, IA. A total of six members competed and went 3-3 overall.
  • May 06, 2023, 10:30 AM – May 07, 2023, 12:30 PM
    Des Moines, 529 SW 5th St, Des Moines, IA 50309, USA
  • Sat, Apr 01
    Iowa City, IA
    Apr 01, 2023, 6:00 PM
    Iowa City, IA, 210 S Dubuque St, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
    For the first time in over 3 years, the Golden Gloves tournament returned to Iowa and was held in Iowa City. Peña's Boxing Club sent five boxers to compete in this event and crowned one champion - Alex Hergenreter (203lb. + Novice)
  • Mar 25, 2023, 4:00 PM
    Davenport, IA, 4224 Ricker Hill Rd, Davenport, IA 52802, USA
    Peña's Boxing Club traveled to the Quad Cities to compete in a charity show to support the Peña's Boxing Club - Davenport. PBC represented Des Moines and resulted in a 3-0 victory.
  • Sat, Mar 04
    West Des Moines, IA
    Mar 04, 2023, 2:00 PM
    West Des Moines, IA, 1600 Valley W Dr, West Des Moines, IA 50266, USA
    The Peña's Boxing Club co-hosted this action-packed fundraiser show with the Southeast Des Moines Boxing Club to raise funds for the 2023 Golden Gloves which was held in Iowa City this year. PBC had six boxers compete and resulted in a 3-3 record.
  • Feb 25, 2023, 1:00 PM
    Ames, IA, Ames, IA 50011, USA
    Peña's Boxing Club traveled to Ames to participate in the Cyclone Throwdown. PBC sent two boxers, both who won their fights.
  • Thu, Feb 09
    Feb 09, 2023, 7:00 PM – Feb 11, 2023, 7:00 PM
    Independence, MO, 18011 Bass Pro Dr, Independence, MO 64055, USA
  • Sat, Jan 21
    Columbus, NE
    Jan 21, 2023, 7:00 PM
    Columbus, NE, 3205 12th St, Columbus, NE 68601, USA
    Peña's Boxing Club sent three boxers to Columbus to represent the 515. PBS came out victorious with 3-0 result!

Peña's Boxing Club - Des Moines, Iowa 

5918 se 14th st, Des Moines, IA, 50320

(515) 710-7393

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