I attended VKO Kickboxing for almost a year. Unfortunately, due to personal health reasons, I stopped attending. This is a wonderful community of men and women who not only workout together, but also foster friendships and look out for each other. I am sad to leave because it didn't feel like a workout, but it fell like I was going to hang out with friends and enjoy some BOMB music. I will miss everyone especially the ones that encouraged me to try and do my best. Asha is not just the owner, she is also a trainer. She looks out for us and checks on us if we miss a few times. It is such a welcoming community I will miss them. Thanks for everything read more

They are never open. You go online to sign up for classes and the system does not allow you because they changed the system that they were using and forgot to tell you about the change. After you personally cancel your membership with the owner they still keep billing you. read more

Somehow while mindlessly scrolling Facebook an ad popped up for a 16 week kickboxing challenge. CHALLENGE, you say?? *side eye smirk* I mean sure, why not? I was just coming out of a 9 year marriage feeling deflated, just blaghh and needed something to motivate me out of my comfort food binging and grey days. First class THEY KICKED MY ARSE INTO NEXT SUNDAY!! lol. But WAIT wait wait. Don't run off scared cause I promise it gets better. Much better. Like friendly staff better. Like no judgement whatsoever better. Like instructors who inspire you better. Like go at your own pace but push yourself better. Like endurance and strength better. Like suddenly don't crave cookies better. Like 15 lbs lost and I can fit all my cute clothes again better. Like BOXING IS SO MUCH FUN kind of better. Oh man, Kels, this all sounds so great! Why only 4 stars? Welllll yes it's awesome but not without it's flaws. Here's a few... I loved one instructor and her program in particular, but because I work nights our schedules only lined up for 2 classes per week. I wish they had more instructors with more afternoon classes, as that would've made it worth the monthly fee and continued membership. The music is VERY repetitive. Would've been nice to have more variety. They mainly stick to one genre with the same songs and that gets old, even slightly annoying for someone like me who's subjected to repetitive music all night at work. Plus not everyone likes that style of music. I get that they need upbeat tunes but you can find that in many other genres too, just sayin! Also small peeve but there were inconsistencies with the number of classes I completed. Every staff member had a different answer. I finally got smart towards the end and asked for a printout so I could count it myself lol. Those things aside, the challenge was well worth it. If you stay consistent and follow a nutritional plan you'll see results, probably make a few friends and HAVE A BLAST pounding away your stress! read more

CKO Kickboxing South Bay is a true gem. You are not only going to get an amazing workout but the camaraderie is present in every class. I would recommend anyone and everyone to take a class! You will fall in love just like I have time and time again. Thank you, CKO! read more

CKO is the best!! It's a great fast paced workout for teens, older people and those in between. No pressure, no judgement, work at a level comfortable for you. I'm on the older side of life, but CKO, makes me feel young again; I feel so much stronger. I love all of the instructors; each one has their own approach to bring out the best in me. Take a look and see what CKO can do for you! read more

Excellent, intense (at your own pace) kickboxing heavy bag workout. The trainers are incredibly motivational, creating a fun and friendly atmosphere with tons of encouragement from fellow members. At 55, working out here has helped me lose over 30 pounds and get into the best shape I've been in for a long time. I highly recommend checking this place out! read more

I joined CKO in the midst of the pandemic when the workouts had to happen outdoors and I saw the dedication that CKO staff had towards ensuring a good workout and making a fun environment. I continued being a member for two years and really enjoyed every workout. I was able to take classes with Asha, Tony, Jennifer, Chris and a couple other instructors but no matter who was leading the class I always ended with a sweaty shirt and a happy heart I couldn't continue because of the distance, but I really miss my workouts. I still see the IG posts and love to see the progress and continued support of the members that I know from when I was there. Wish Asha and the CKO team the best!! read more

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If I could rate this 6 stars, I would. I feel so lucky to have found this place. It is an incredible workout that has given me strength, muscle definition, and greater mobility & agility. It also has been a huge stress reliever and way to get my anger out in a healthy way. The community is a big part of why I keep coming back too. I've never had more fun getting my butt kicked in a workout with others lol. The teachers are top notch and the owners Asha & Alyssa are really good people. I cant recommend this place enough. read more

Love this place, the energy is one of acceptance, support and encouragement! The instructors push you to your best place. Thanks for helping me feel the best, that I have in years. Could barely get through a class but each day I get stronger and my endurance gets better. read more

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CKO has helped my stress & anxiety! The community is so welcoming and judgment free. The instructors are motivating! Coach Jimesa gets you moving and grooving! I always leave her class stress free and sore! Her playlist is amazing, too! I highly recommend taking a class to experience it yourself. read more

CKO Kickboxing South Bay - This class is such a good stress relief! Full body workout with nothing but class support & no judgment! - Kickboxing Near Me - Lawndale, California

I was disappointed after my ore ration and submitted my feelings here. As I said, their gym their rules. BUT because of the response to my comment from a staff member I give 4 stars. CKO willingness to try to accommodate me by offering alternatives to the 16 week challenge has made things well in my book. I could've been ignored. I could've been told "it's stated in bold letters " but nope. I was offered to come in and hopefully I can get what I was looking for Thank you. Be blessed. read more

I love CKO. I joined for 10 week body transformation challenge. I'm now on week 4 and I'm already seeing so much progress. It's been very encouraging and energizing. I have NEVER loved the gym until now. Everyone is really hyped and motivating and it makes me want to try harder! I feel really good every time I complete a class and its helping my carpel tunnel issues. Highly recommend! read more

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I first joined the gym doing a sixteen week challenge and then a ten week challenge and have decided to stay with it. Every coach/trainer from Asha to Alyssa, Jennifer, Christina, Jimesa and Kofi to Tony are awesome!! They'll push and motivate you. I love how encouraging they all are, including my fellow class members. It feels like a community and that's my favorite part of it. I am so much stronger now. I can actually see muscles and have lost almost 40 lbs. I encourage everyone to try a class, you'll love it!!! read more

I have been a longstanding member since the end of 2016. I love it here. We are one big family. We talk about each other, have friendly competition and laugh at one another. Most importantly, we cheer each other on!! CKO is the best part of my day!! I have met some lifelong friends with an unshakable bond! Hitting the bags is a stress reliever. You will burn fat and lots of calories while having fun!!! The owners and trainers are AWESOME!!! Always encouraging and will try to get you out of your comfort zone. You will surprise yourself on how much growth and stamina you have achieved. Anyone reading this that wants to join, come on down and join the family!! Once you pick up those gloves, THATS IT!! You are hooked!! read more

Absolutely love this place! This place is so warm, inviting, and everyone pushes you in the best way possible. No need to worry about your fitness level or if you've taken any kickboxing classes before. They make it adaptable for everyone. It's a very positive place! Everyone is encouraging. I definitely look forward to this at the end of the day! read more

This post might be premature but I am going off my gut and the good vibes-I attended my first class today (which was free) and it was amazing. Tony was thorough, comforting of my new kid nerves, patient as I considered how to make time in my workflow to schedule another class. Asha (the owner /instructor ensured I understood the moves, gave encouragement to take breaks and gentle redirection to keep me safely executing to my ability. The other students (mostly women and a few men) were also friendly, encouraging, kind as I realized this workout was exactly what my body needed and my self confidence longed for. Will definitely be coming back for the class, community and self care. read more

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I went to the first class on 1/15/24. I can't remember the name of the young lady that went over all the moves with before joining the others, but she was very nice and patient! Asha was the instructor-OMG, great class but a lot of work for someone that hadn't been to the gym is some years. The class was great, I'm just not in shape! Class was very interactive and the members were very nice and encouraging. I went again on 1/26/24-instructed by a different person. She was nice as well. I'm going again tomorrow-1/30/24. I would like to go three times per week but for now, once a week is good. They had a very nice new year deal! Nicole Please excuse any typos..I didn't proofread! read more

This started out with a 16 week challenge and very little confidence that I would complete it, boy was I wrong! CKO has quite literally changed my life, my confidence, my physical appearance and most importantly my mental health! I am surrounded by greatness and have developed some great relationships! Thank you for what you guys do! It is appreciated! read more

Updated Review- just had my membership canceled and was kicked out supposedly due to being "in the way"! Seriously? Yes, I'm absolutely upset, especially since the accusations are from one coach only and mostly untrue. A member since Spring of 2019 (at almost 1000classes), in 2022, I made the "mistake" of suggesting a change in the music since at that point there were songs I absolutely couldn't stand to hear anymore. This was rudely denied as according to Asha/owner "there are over 40 different playlists". Mind you, those have probably been used since the opening in 2016/2017! (As of 8/8/24 still no changes!)So I chose to use my earbuds in class and after a knee injury also created my own combos as I had to modify or substitute some exercises anyway. (Always making sure to stay within my space around my chosen bag!) This was more or less accepted until April 2024 when CKO moved to a much, much smaller space and coaches still insist on jogging for warmup and during class. There is no space available if you cannot run! It's either warmup on the sidewalk or take a break! Awesome strategy! So I arrived early for my warmup and started my bag work in between the hanging bags to stay out of the way of the joggers as much as possible and still get in my 60 minute workout. Coach Jennifer/owner Asha did not find this acceptable. Go at your own pace-yes, but definitely not "Your Class/Your Time"! To recap-exercise/concept is awesome! IF- you can do the exercises per the coaches instructions or are ok with taking breaks. And IF you don't mind the endless repetitive music (mostly R&B/Hip Hop). read more

Been coming for over a year and just signed up for 2 more- the team is awesome and knowledgeable! Took Kams class this am ( thanks Kam!) and it was the best- strength, cardio + agility all in one- if your looking to step up your game with working out- come check it out! Price point is good! read more

CKO has been my saving grace throughout this pandemic! I've never committed to any gym for long because I've always felt bored and lost interest after a while. CKO is definitely a gym that has kept me motivated, determined and accountable. I love the family atmosphere, we push each other, cheer other on and most importantly keep each other accountable. I would highly recommend CKO to anybody who wants to see results. Thank you Asha, Chris, Alyssa and Val. read more

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Friendly staff and great owner! Great workout every time. I enjoyed every class and will be going back!

The best workout I ever had .... The instructors are amazing... I always relax after class ... I sleep like a baby every night.... No more stress... fun and restful environment... try it you will get addicted to it read more

I took my first kickboxing class led by Asha and I loved it! Not onky does she look like me and is a diverse open-minded persxn, her classes are focused on technique and giving your all! I recommend anyone who wants to learn self-defense and get a fitter body to come tske classes here and/or classes with Asha! read more

They kept my card on file and charged me for months after I canceled my membership. I called and canceled the membership, I was told this was ok over the phone. Also, the black woman dj does good music but while I was a member she hardly dj'd the classes read more

I joined a month challenge to see if this workout and location would work for my needs. While I loved the vibe and the workout routines, I wish they had more of the 6am classes during the week to be able to attend more often. I'm taking off two stars because twice I was automatically charged for a month renewal even though I never signed a renewal agreement. The second time it happened, and again I brought it up to the owners attention, she seemed bothered by it as if it had been my fault. I was refunded though, but this just didn't seem right. AND IN RESPONSE TO YOUR RESPONSE, you know very well I NEVER signed up to a 3 month commitment, your system autogenerated a 3 month agreement for me that I never signed and I explained that to you because since then, that just seemed wrong. I explained to you before paying another month I only wanted to sign up for one more month and you were ok with it, so I didn't understand why I was again being automatically charged for another month and why you were bother by it when you were ok with it originally. And, I have emails with you that prove all of this. read more

I highly recommended this if you're tired of going to a gym using machines, while here you use your body and strength. I started this almost a year ago and I easily see results and feel a lot better about myself. The workouts also helped me train for the LA Marathon I ran back in March. The music here is a big plus and keeps you going throughout the whole workout read more

I love CKO! It was tough to stay active through the pandemic and CKO has been (and still is) integral to getting me back in shape and maintaining my positive results. The classes are great for all levels; they give you everything you need to get started and you can go at your own pace from there. The coaches, front desk staff, and other members create such a friendly environment that I actually look forward to working out. Plus all the coaches have different approaches which keeps the classes interesting. Highly recommend! read more

Simply put, CKO is POPPIN'. Seriously though, I was in a really rough place before joining where I didn't have the motivation or energy to do anything. Enter CKO. Everything has changed. I look forward to getting my @** kicked every class and on some days, I come in for 2 classes. They keep my happy hormones flowing. The vibe here is amazing; everyone is so friendly and the instructors are so supportive but also push you. Also, Chris' playlists are FIRE and get me going at 6am. Each instructor has their own style in class which is nice because it switches things up a bit. Join, you won't be disappointed. read more

I have been going there for a little over three years. (Had to stop as I got pregnant in the midst of it) I love the diversity in the gym. It makes me feel welcome every time I go. I also like that the instructors especially Asha and Alyssa meet you were your at. There's no pressure to immediately buy a membership or any of their products which I personally like. (I don't like being pressured or harassed in buying anything like other gyms I've tried) I also love the enthusiasm and personality the instructors bring as they are not just yelling demanding statements like in other places. The instructors combine humor, personal experiences, empathy, and motivational communication in their work outs. Love the high intensity cardio and hitting the bag every time I go. It has helped me lose weight, reduce dramatically my migraines, reduce stress, reduce anger and frustrations, and above all increase energy and enhanced my mood. I would definitely recommend this to anyone. read more

Always a great time at Club Knock-Out South Bay. My wife and I have been attending classes regularly in the evenings for our "date nights". It brings a tear to my eye when she throws a mean hook. Asha and company bring a tough and solid 1 hour of butt-kicking but you only go as far as you push yourself. In the few months of attending I've seen noticible definition in my upper body/legs/core. There's a great mix of levels with people who've never put boxing gloves on to people who knock the bags off the chain. All are welcome and we've made some good friends there. If you're on the fence I recommend checking out a class. I won't doubt that you'll become addicted like so many others have read more

I started attending CKO for the 10 week challenge they offered. The challenge was a great motivator to get me going in the right direction, of working out consistently and eating better. The CKO workout are awesome believe me when I say any fitness level can do this. I'm a prime example. I'm much stronger and my body is looking much better. The workout are not complicated and you will burn calories. Want a fun workout, amazing instructors, and great music try CKO read more

Loved this place I would go back again work schedule didn't work with the boxing time but definitely recommend this place

Friendly hard working environment, will definitely whip you into shape. So this is a great place to hit a bag and loose weight

I've only been here once but after my first class I'm definitely coming back. The work out felt affective and it was different from regular workouts. I didn't get bored. After doing home workouts with work out videos, I got bored real easy. Hitting an actual punching bag was a great stress reliever and I definitely need to get some aggression out from time to time. Highly recommend! read more

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For sure one of the best decisions I've made for myself in a long time. I love CKO, I'm in the best shape of my life!!! I'm happier, healthier, stronger, leaner than I ever could have imagined, I'm so thankful that I found this place and stuck with the workouts even when they weren't easy.... I was a little over one year post partum, still wasn't feeling like myself after having a baby so I was looking for some "me time." I practiced yoga before baby and had gone to a few studios after baby but something wasn't clicking like it used to. I found a Groupon for CKO, figured I would give it a try and see what happens (I'll be honest I didn't think this would be my jam) little did I know. I went to my first class, which was intense (so intense that I waited over a week to return)yet when I returned the following week I came at a different time with a different instructor and I was hooked. Asha and Alyssa (the owners) are AMAZING, they are very inspiring, challenging, and are big advocates of "go at your own pace" style teaching. I'm so hooked on this place I attend class at least 4-5 times a week!! Which is crazy when I think about it, #cantstop #wontstop. I love this place so much that I even participated in their 10 week challenge and while I lost weight and gained muscle as to be expected, my biggest accomplishment losing over 4% body fat!!! (23.7% to 19.3%) PRO's: -Welcoming environment, like many other people have mentioned in their reviews... the whole staff knows your name. -Go at your own pace style coaching, everyone is welcome at CKO -Every classic different, never get bored with your work-out -Music is up beat, helps the classes fly by -Classes focus on adding on little by little so you never feel overwhelmed or defeated - They have fitness trackers you can purchase and track your effort while you are working out. It's a great way to track calories burned in class as well. -While the kids room is relevant for my daughter yet, they have a kids room for 5 and older. AND just started offering kids classes, can't wait! read more

Did my first class today and it was amazing. Worked my entire body. Love the energy of this gym. Alyssa kicked our butts today. High energy, motivational, and full body workout. I am sold! And highly recommend it. read more

CKO is a great place for people who want to get fit, lose weight, etc, without the intimidation of being in a big scary gym. Total support for those of us who just want to do something more with our bodies. read more

Re-opened! I have missed gym so much! The changes for public health are solid! Social distancing is encouraged with signs, tape on the floor and verbal reinforcement. You will be asked to use hand sanitizer upon entry. The workout has changed a bit. There are no more ab periods on the floor. Everything is standing. But the workout is still outstanding! In the description, they mention you can burn 1200 calories. My personal record in the 3+ years I have been attending is 1550 calories. They have the MyZone heart monitor system for those who want to take it to another level. Your stats are live on a big screen monitor at several locations in the gym. Great motivator during class. I have lost close to 60lbs. Gained a bit back during the quarantine, but I am on the road back! I highly recommend this for anyone looking to get into shape, lose weight and feel better about themselves. Great community, no judgement classes, and incredible coaches. The workout scales from marathon runners (Including a pro MMA fighter once), to heavyset folks who haven't worked out in decades. All are welcome and fit in perfectly. Give it a shot! SUPER RECOMMENDED!!!!! read more

Love it. Need a great workout that really gonna kick your butt? This is the place to go. You sweat so much. It's such a great workout. The staff is amazing and always ready to help. I usually go to the afternoon classes on tues/Thur cause you can work with the trainer a lil more one on one seeing that there's not a lot of clients at that time. With a free trial, I don't see how you can go wrong. If you're in school they do have a discount available. Instead of 80+ a month it's 69. With signing up you can come as often and as many times a day /week as you want. Classes are $20 bucks each session. If you don't want to sign a contract and be fully committed to an unlimited amount of classes this is the way to go. Cheers and happy sweating! read more