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    Hoboken, NJ

    CKO Kickboxing

    3.7 (73 reviews)
    Open 6:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Andre D.

    This place is awesome. I went there for the first time last Wednesday to the 7:30pm class. The people that work there are friendly and willing to help in any way possible. The instructor took the time to walk around the room and give everyone tips to help them out. They have enough space to host huge crowds. I will definitely be going back. Make sure to take advantage of the first class free.

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    Yeraldine S.

    RESULTS, RESULTS, RESULTS! So I gained a little bit (a lot) of weight during the winter season and let the last few months of my membership basically go to waste. I decided, it was sort of getting warm out, and I needed to make a change--and fast. I decided I would renew my membership at CKO on April 1st. The results: I go to CKO at least 5xs with 2 days off or lifting. I am no longer eating like a cave man and in just one month, I have made progress that I am very proud of. One of the differences this time around is how fast I saw results and it really has to do with me changing eating habits. My sisters signed up with me this time and now I always have a workout partner(s) -which seriously makes the workout even better. Last year I stuck with one instructor but now I'm mixing it up and each instructor has something different to offer. Heidi, Leo, and Jim are my faves. 4.5* overall. They still lack a few things that I hope they improve on in the future. (more locker room space, updated machines in the upstairs gym,) Also, the strictness they have on you bringing a guest that has already been there is a little ridiculous for the amount of $$$ you are paying.

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    Christie M.

    When I used to live in Ventnor, I was fortunate enough to live but a few blocks from the small, but tight-knit Ninja Academy, a martial arts fitness studio. The place wasn't for everyone, but if you were motivated and took a sincere interest in Tae Kwon Do, the eccentric Sensei Malcolm, a 6th degree dan, would add you to his eclectic fight club. I really enjoyed the subculture and the amazing workout that would fly by as I sparred other members and practiced moves and techniques on the bag. It was something I missed in the winters when I was at school in Boston, and something I thought I would have to say goodbye to entirely when I moved to Hoboken. Needless to say I was surprised to find a kickboxing gym less than 4 blocks from my new apartment. I started a free week trial of CKO and was immediately glad I did. The gym offers a number of classes every day- pretty much one an hour after 4pm on the weekdays, and is pretty easy to work into most people's schedule. The first floor of the gym (which is actually up several flights of stairs) is devoted to somewhere between 60-80 punching bags, lined up in rows. Classes are conducted here, where participants follow the direction of an instructor, usually while listening to some decent EDM. Classes are slightly different depending on instructor, but they all consist of intervals of boxing and kickboxing, interlaced with sets of cardio exercises. What's good is that the instructors challenge you to push yourself, and because it is a group class, you usually do more than you would otherwise to avoid looking like a slacker (gotta love group mentality). What's also nice is that the second floor of a gym is filled with typical exercise equipment and machines (along with a speed bag- which I love) and since most people go for the classes, the second floor is practically empty and there are never any lines or wait. I committed to the year-long contract at CKO three weeks ago and have been going three or four times a week. I have already noticed that I am losing weight and getting toned, which is a nice reward for how sore I have been after the classes. The classes are intense at first, but I think my endurance is growing and I am regaining the strength and energy I had back in my Tae Kwon Do days. I give CKO 4 rather than 5 stars, because although they filled the hole left in my life by Tae Kwon Do, I still miss the hand-to-hand combat and family-feel of my old fight club. I also wish they offered a pay-per-month option without a year-long commitment, although I suppose the investment forces me to go and stay in shape.

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    Ask the Community - CKO Kickboxing

    Is a membership required or are you able to pay for classes on a individual basis?

    Hi there! Yes, we have a drop in. Please email lisa@ckokicboxing.com for more info.

    How much is the monthly membership?

    Hi Willie Thank you for reaching out! Please email Robert@ckokickboxing.com for info about our Monthly Memberships. Thank you!

    Are members allowed to park in the Shoprite lot?

    Hi Gabriella! When people come to class they tend to park in the back of the lot near the CKO truck. :) Give us a ring 201-963-7774.

    Is there free weights and treadmills upstairs?

    Yes, large gym upstairs is open to CKO members and has these!

    How much does CKO price their gloves? Taking the trial class but don't have my own gloves.

    $20 for the standard gloves / they have pricier ones around $40/$50

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    Having an upstairs gym is also a huge plus and the variety of equipment is top notch.

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