When I first wandered into Hard Knocks for my introduction session with Bill, I was hesitant and…read morenervous as I had never played sports, let alone train Muay Thai. The moment I walked in, I immediately felt welcomed. Bill asked me what my goals were and at the time, I had always been interested in trying kick boxing. I was provided with gloves and hand wraps to use and Coach Jake taught me how to wrap my hands. An hour and a bucket of sweat later, I signed up for a membership and decided to give Hard Knocks Muay Thai and MMA a try. Fast forward to almost 2 years later, this gym has become a huge part of my life in ways I couldn't have imagined. I did more than "try kick boxing". I met a group of extremely skilled and knowledgeable coaches, trainers, and fighters that have helped me take my fitness to the next level. I've begun to fall in love with a sport that pushes me to face my fears. The coaches and fighters in this gym are the epitome of discipline and hard work and it has truly been a privilege to learn Muay Thai with them by my side. There is always room for improvement and everyone is always looking out for you, to help you reach your full potential. My favorite part about Hard Knocks is the sense of family and I wouldn't want to train anywhere else! Book your free intro class now!

Awesome gym. Period…read more Bill and his staff are knowledgeable, professional and will put in the time to help you reach your goals. If you want to fight, they'll get you ready; if you want fitness, they'll get you in shape. After a few sessions, you'll be angry at all the time you wasted at your typical gym. The gym is fully equipped with a full size ring, heavy bags, pads, bands, weights and wall to wall full size mirrors. All of that for an affordable price - actually, it's the most affordable Muay Thai gym in the Boston area. Plus, they offer many other classes like Strength and Conditioning, No Gii BJJ and MMA. Seriously, why pay a similar price to mindlessly lift weights? Call Bill and schedule a training and learn something useful while getting into the best shape of your life. Young, old, man , woman, doesn't matter, come down and gain the strength and confidence to endure any difficulties you face in life.

I went into ATCK wanting to do a lifestyle change because the gym was not working for me- It's was…read morethe best decision! Everyone here is amazing, it's a community of people who are in the same journey as you. Everyone is super welcoming and willing to help you out. The coaches are all amazing!!! They all have so much energy and enthusiasm. More importantly they're all invested in seeing you succeed! P.s As a music lover i have to say the music is amazing! The variety of music blasting as your kicking sand bag butt is unmatched ! Sometimes it's good rock other times it's Latin flare.. you'd think your at a party sometimes. If you're thinking about signing up .. DO IT !!

I really can't say enough about this place. The workouts are fun and both physically and mentally…read morechallenging. There are people at all different levels of fitness and the coaches have modifications for each exercise. When I don't have the motivation to exercise, the community is what I show up for- the coaches and members are all second to none!

Great for youth kung fu. Excellent instructors with knowledge of martial arts. They are great at…read morehelping students focus and master techniques. Would definitely recommend.

I have been training with Ben Warner for almost two years now. I first came to Kettlebell JP to…read morehelp with my long distance running. I saw great results; my times were faster and I was gaining strength. Eventually I traded in my running shoes for a try at heavier lifting, which I am loving. Whether you attend the fun-filled, sweat-inducing weekday classes or his one-on-one detailed, private instruction, you'll be sure to become hooked on kettlebells! I can't believe I spent so many years wasting time on boring ellipticals that hardly garner any results. Now I'm stronger than ever and have a great time doing it. Every class is different, all levels are welcome.

I dropped in from out of town for the day for the Ladies Jiu Jitsu class. Everyone was very…read morefriendly and I found the class informative, thank you!

I purchased a three-class trial through a special offer and received repeated messages encouraging…read moreme to schedule a class. I eventually scheduled the 12:30pm Advanced no GI class and arrived a few minutes early, but the front desk interaction was so frustrating that I left without attending. The employee was a tall man with a strong accent that sounded Eastern European to me. He did not introduce himself, so I did not catch his name. He gave me a complimentary bottle of water, which I appreciated. I told him several times that I had already purchased the trial and was scheduled for the 12:30 p.m. class. Instead of checking my reservation or directing me to the class, he repeatedly asked where I had trained, what brought me to Boston, and what school I attended. The conversation was not aggressive, but he consistently ignored or disregarded what I was saying. He told me the gym did not schedule classes and did not offer free classes, even though I never said the class was free. I offered to show him my contract agreement from the gym and the text messages confirming the schedule, but he did not meaningfully address them. He became particularly fixated on asking which specific school I attended. He continued pressing for that information even after I asked what it had to do with helping me find the class I had scheduled. The repeated questioning made me very uncomfortable. He eventually said he was trying to determine which membership to offer me, despite my already explaining that I was not interested in discussing memberships and only wanted to attend the class I had scheduled and paid for. Not sure if this was because I was a woman and he refused to believe I signed up for this class or if it was because this is the gym's brute-force, out of touch approach to selling their memberships but either way, it was just way too much trouble to even attend on a trial basis. If the 12:30 p.m. advanced no-gi class was not appropriate for a trial student, that should have been explained when it was scheduled. Instead, I received no clear assistance and left because the interaction felt disorganized, dismissive, and overly focused on selling me a membership. A bit disappointed because the BJJ gyms I've been to have been so welcoming and encouraging esp for new members. On the T or not, I would pass on this place.

I've been coming to this studio for a few months now - since April. I had been part of a lot of…read morestudios prior and I wasn't happy with them because of a few factors (distance, cost, lack of something necessary [cardio, better timings of classes]), etc. Before coming here I did my research, looked up prices, reviews etc. I then met with Katie Kickbutt aka Katie M at this newly opened location before taking my first class. I got the new student class pack and was taking classes before I knew it. Classes are great and so wonderful. They are challenging and the instructors motivate and encourage you to do your best and come to class as much as possible. They modify exercises in all classes if you have an injury. My favorite classes so far are Pound, Barre, and SparBarre. Next on my list to try? Pound/Barre combo and Strong by Zumba. I love it here, and truly feel like I belong at this studio. Sounds cheesy, but I do. I love the workouts, the instructors, and best of all, the atmosphere.

Katie and her Kickbutt team are awesome! I've been coming here for almost 2 years now, and I love…read morethat all the women are welcoming and friendly. We've really built a community in which we cheer each other on, and challenge one another to work out harder. I've never really exercised before Katie's, never thought I would pick up a dumbbell, never thought I would run a 5K or a 5 miler, never thought arm muscles were cool, and from going to Katie's, the ladies and her staff have encouraged and supported me to change my lifestyle! My personal favorite are her bootcamps and cardio kick classes. Katie Fitz works you out at bootcamp-it's never a dull moment between her circuits. She is definitely a challenge! And Katie Kickbutt's cardio kick classes are super fun-it's a mix of weights and cardio choreographed to cool music.

Kenny turned me around. 5 STAR!!…read more Truly Kenny and Erin and their team is truly dedicated to helping you become the best version of yourself, but at a pace set for you so achieving your goals are attainable. If you are looking for a trainer in Savin Hill give Connected Through Strength your attention. If I could give 10 Stars I would.

Really enjoy btone Dorchester, the teachers are great, love the community here! I also find the…read morecost to be a great value for the monthly membership.

I'm so glad this was right by my apartment. My instructor was very welcoming and I had a great…read moreworkout. I was sweating the entire time. The studio is so cute and clean!

About six months ago I made the switch over to Crossfit Boston Iron and Grit and it has been…read moreeverything I was looking for in a Crossfit gym and more. Here are the reasons why: The Coaches: There are four main coaches- Owner Tina, Brian, Miguel, and Mel- and they are all top-notch. They are a dedicated, knowledgeable, and dedicated to their craft. No matter whether a class has 2 or 15 people in it, they make sure each member is getting the coaching he/she needs to participate safely, get a great workout in, push themselves, and get a great workout in. Each coach also brings his/her own style and expertise, so if you get a chance to work with all of them you get a great all-around experience. The Community: There is a great mix of people here- old and young, from elite athletes to day-one beginners. The common thread is everyone welcomes and encourages everyone else no matter what level they are at. Coming from another Crossfit gym, it would have been easy to feel like an outsider for a while. Not here. People were friendly, encouraging and immediately treated me like I was part of their gym. From the start I have made friends and look forward to talking to them before and after class as much as the actual workout! Countless Intangibles: In the short time I have been there they have renovated, added to their rig, and brought in multiple orders of equipment. This reinvestment in the gym shows- it is in GREAT shape. The gym is clean, equipment is organized, there are three clean showers (separate from the bathrooms) with towels and toiletries provided. There is always a community event to look forward to- from charity workouts/fundraisers to nutrition, weightlifting, or running challenges to pot-luck parties. There is a wide range of hours (including classes on Sunday) and I haven't seen anyone turned away from a class yet. Whether you are curious about trying Crossfit for the first time or maybe you are an experienced Crossfitter and are thinking about changing boxes, I am convinced Crossfit BIG is the right fit for everyone.

I joined Iron Grit in March 2017 before I got pregnant, so when I got pregnant my doctor said it…read morewould be fine to continue whatever I was already doing. Before pregnancy I was encouraged, coached, pushed, and supported by the coaches. The coaches make classes feel like it's an individual experience even in a big group. They call people by their names and they are so knowledgable, and attentive, always keeping safety as a top priority. They encourage you to do what is best for you. When I got pregnant they came up with whatever workout worked for me, especially when I got bigger. Miguel and Brian, two of my favorite coaches, were ALWAYS checking on me. I loved how Miguel never treated me like the pregnant lady. He believed in my ability to finish workouts, in the meantime asking about my heart rate, correcting my positions and encouraging me. Because I used to go to the 5:30am class (before it got too popular), Miguel was the primary coach so I can't speak for ALL coaches, but I've had classes with them all and enjoyed all classes. Life is busy and I don't go as often as I'd like to, but I'm still enrolled because I love the classes and I enjoy working out there.