I couldn't recommend this gym more. From my first class to months later, I've done nothing but…read moreenjoy it here. Coach and Owner Jeff Perez set a high bar for a Martial Arts gym. There is a great sense of community, and everyone is welcome regardless of skill level. Whether you're looking for a workout or picking up a new hobby, do yourself a favor and try a class.

I have trained jiu-jitsu in several gyms across the country. Jeff has been the best grappling coach…read moreI have had. His ability to explain technical information is second to none. I have seen him effectively communicate grappling concepts to a wide variety of people. Jeff is very approachable and is not intimidating or scary at all. Whatever your fitness and martial arts goals are, Back to Basics is definitely the place to train at in the Boston area.

One of the best boxing classes in Boston! John and Kaleigh are both fantastic and kind coaches and…read moredo an excellent job at teaching boxing fundamentals. Expect 10 minutes of warm up cardio, 40 minutes of partner mitt work and a short cool down. The class is great for both beginners and experienced boxers. Also, if you don't have equipment no worries - John and Kaleigh have got you covered. Highly recommend giving back bay boxing a shot. You won't regret it!

A great, fun, challenging workout. A great energy in the class, and totally doable if your a…read morebeginner, they'll spend time showing you the basics.

I've had a great time at the American martial arts gym. I've had fun training and doing special…read moredrills. It's fun to have a little game at the end. The instructor, Bobby, is very nice, always encouraging me and helps me out when I'm in a pickle. I've had a great time so far and hope you come and join us! -Student

If I could give zero stars I absolutely would!…read more I have never done this before.... But.... I am sooooo completely blown away by this customer service I had to! I am attaching a text thread that I had with the owner of the studio Bobby. I found him completely professional and insulting. If you like people like that you will love this guy. He has a business practice not to provide prices over the phone, you have to come into the studio. Ok totally fine, even though I explained that I needed it in order to budget and that coming in just for that info was inconvenient. He proceeded to tell me that if that was too inconvenient then it would probably be too inconvenient for me to take my child there 2 or 3 times a week. No - sorry sir, I am business owner and single parent who needs to manage my time and money wisely. If I went to every studio that I was interested in I would never have time to make a commitment. He then compared himself to jewelery stores and car dealerships... Which we all know, everyone hates dealing with these 2 types of businesses due to their shady business practices - though now a days - car dealerships have caught on and have their prices plastered all over their website... For what reason? Oh, to attract customers! Then knocked the name of a VERY reputable martial arts studio which has been in business for over 30 years! Take a look at this thread and then tell me if you want your child training under someone who is so combative, unprofessional and plain rude. He is the type of person I am trying to protect my child from. I mean he mocked the name of another studio to make his studio look better?! Who does that?! Then when I told him that this was going to be posted on Yelp and Google, he said people like me love to do that... No sir, I do not love to do that... It's my duty to inform those of extremely poor experiences so that I can save someone else from having a similar experience. If you look at another reviewer they also mention that he has shady business practices and would not honor the Groupon's that he has already sold! It's sad, I see he is a good instructor but integrity is everything. Also, isn't humility a characteristic that martial arts is supposed to teach? How can one learn humility from someone like this? Read the texts...

From out of town and dropped in to get a few rolls in. Could not ask for a nicer, cleaner, more…read morewelcoming group of people including the owner Dave. Will definitely come back to support their team!

Dropped in for 2 classes when I was visiting Boston. Coach Dave and Mike are both welcoming and…read morethey make the classes accessible for all level students so it was easy to follow along. The teachers both gave plenty of individual feedback, even demonstrating the moves with me then rolling with me. Definitely can tell that this academy is a labor of love for Coach Dave, he puts a lot of effort into creating a team culture and positive experience for all. There is a strong emphasis on safety here and the techniques are practiced slowly and gently. Also, the other students were also friendly and invited me to partner.

I had the pleasure of training at South Boston Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu as a visitor. They were very…read morehospitable and made me feel very welcome. I felt very safe training at this academy and had great training partners. The environment is incredibly inviting and supportive. The instructors are not only highly skilled but also incredibly patient and attentive, ensuring that everyone, regardless of their skill level, feels comfortable and encouraged. They go out of their way to make sure newcomers feel at ease, which made my experience even more enjoyable. The academy itself is clean, well-maintained, and equipped with top-notch facilities. It's clear that the team takes great pride in providing a welcoming and positive atmosphere for all their members and visitors. I highly recommend South Boston Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to anyone looking to train in Boston.

Great gym and even better people! I was visiting from out of town and dropped in to see if I could…read moreget a roll in. The coaches and people were really friendly, super knowledgeable and very respectful. Even learn some new leg lock defense! Highly recommend to anyone looking to either drop in or join a community - this gym is a hidden gem!

CW TKD's youth program is fantastic. Our daughter has been going for about 2 years now (now in the…read morelevel 2 classes), and is always excited to go. The curriculum is age appropriate, and the instructors are extremely attentive and responsive to kid's needs and level. I also really love that their teaching model has mentorship built in: senior youth students (black and near black belts) are always present as assistant instructors to support classes, which makes kids get individualized attention even if it's a large class. There can sometimes be a bit of a delay when communicating via email, but they always respond and are very accommodating.

CW is an awesome not-for-profit TKD club…read more 2 principle factors that make it A#1: great people, great instructors (active competitively at the local, national, international level) who enthusiastically share and spread their love for taekwondo.

Great small place / gym to train in the Back Bay - easy location and parking…read more Joe is a nice guy and knowledgeable personal trainer. They have a PT doctor in the gym as well to put you back together. Mike of Peak Performance is easy to work with and is well schooled. Highly recommend you try / check them out.

Back Bay Fitness is fantastic! I've been to numerous gyms in Boston and this one is the best. The…read moretrainers are extremely knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful. The classes are challenging, but the trainers work with you to do your best. The Back Bay Fitness community is so supportive - everyone always encourages each other and the work out environment is extremely positive. I get to do workouts that are both very effective and fun with great people and awesome trainers. I would recommend this gym to anyone who is looking to get in shape, whether they are already into fitness or just getting started. It truly is a great gym for everyone.

I came to BodyScapes for a spin class through ClassPass. The actual spin class was a lot of fun and…read moreeveryone there was really friendly. It was definitely pretty different from the spin studios in the area, which are dark and play loud music. This felt a little less professional and a lot more welcoming. I was impressed by the size of the gym, but it seemed like the space was a bit under-utilized. If you're looking for lots of space to lift and stretch, this is a great place. I was excited to see a sauna in the locker room, but it didn't actually seem to work. There weren't many people at the gym, even though it was a Saturday morning in early January. I'm guessing they get more of a weekday crowd, with people who work in Kendall Square. Next time, I'd like to check out the rest of the gym some more.

I joined BodyScapes for a brief period while working/staying in Cambridge. Dancy, the manager, was…read moreextremely helpful in finding me a short term package that would suit me. Gym going during the COVID precautions are not ideal, but it was easy to schedule my workout slot via their app and the gym has literally been spotless. I would recommend locals and/or anyone staying nearby for work, to check out BodyScapes!