AK Boxing Club — Local services in New York

AK Boxing is the best boxing training out there — and it's not a close call! If you're even considering it, just book a Fundamentals class for your first time & you'll see what I mean :)

Antoine is an incredible coach who has deep knowledge of boxing & is skilled at breaking things that may seem impossible to master down to the basics. If you're new to boxing, he'll show you how to throw punches with good form & move your feet with confidence. For those with more experience, training at AK will sharpen your skills and teach you how to see things differently in the ring.

Classes at AK Boxing are built around focused drills and individual mitt work. Coach Antoine doesn't have us just hit the bag or mitts to burn energy: he is committed to really teaching the "sweet science" and helping each of his clients learn how to box, not just punch. Of course, it's also an unreal workout that will get you in the best shape of your life 💪 but I think you'll find that Antoine's passion for boxing is contagious and you'll be having so much fun building your badass skills that you won't even realize how hard you're working!

I've been lucky enough to train with Antoine for the past year and have seen myself transform and grow so much as a boxer because of his patience, insight, and dedication as a coach. I've seen others at the gym also build confidence, skill, and fitness in their boxing journeys, and you'll be hard-pressed to find a more welcoming + encouraging...

This review is long overdue, but Antoine and his classes left such an impact on me, it would be a crime to not give him his praise.

From a boxing class standpoint, I can guarantee you right now it’s the best you’re going to find in NYC. Whether you’re there for a fun workout or to compete as a boxer, Antoine has the know-how and dedication to getting you where you want to be.

Now what really sets this place apart is Antoine’s character and passion. He puts his heart and soul into connecting with each of his students during every single class and doesn’t take any of his students for granted. He will go that extra mile to spend 20 minutes after class with you, to make sure you got value and feel satisfied with every single class, to encourage you and push you in a way you didn’t even know was possible. He might even be more drenched in sweat than you are by the end of class due to giving it all holding pads or sparring with you. His energy is positive and infectious and all his students love him.

Come here if you are seeking something more than a workout class. Come here if you are seeking a coach and community that will uplift and inspire you to achieve great things and become the best boxer and best possible version of yourself. Seriously, just come in and give it a try — I promise you will...

I've basically tried all boxing gyms in the area before picking this one because I wanted to find a spot I would commit to long term and learn boxing correctly. I've boxed for a year now and wanted to push myself while also making sure that I form the right habits moving forward.

It's a great gym run by one coach, Antoine, and he's the most thorough instructor I've ever met in anything. He will break down everything for you and explain not just the hows but also the whys behind each combination and individual movement -- it has really expanded my understanding and appreciation of the sport. He is so detailed oriented to the point that I noticed that he tracks your progress as an individual and will tailor the mitt-work combination to you so you get to work on what's needed for your progress even though you're in a group class. This is all to say the coach really cares about the sport, the gym and his clients and I think you will feel that too no matter what your level is.

The gym vibes are also great. There are a lot of people who have been doing this for many years and are really inspiring to watch but they've also been really kind and welcoming. Could not recommend this...