Want an awesome and addictive workout, burn up some calories, and punch a heavy bag? Give CKO…read moreKickboxing a try! The instructors are awesome and change up their classes each time. CKO develops fitness challenges that'll keep you motivated and feeling accomplished. I've been going for a year and I am so glad to be a part of CKO!

I have been doing kickboxing for 5 years and for the last 2 years I have been going to CKO. It is…read morethe best kickboxing studio I have been to. The workout is great and it is an amazing stress reliever! The owners of CKO, Louann & Brian, are wonderful and they make you feel like more than a number, they really invest themselves in every member's success. Every instructor is great and very encouraging. The entire atmosphere is very welcoming from the moment you walk in! Just like most people, I do not like change and leaving my previous studio was hard to do after being there for many years but I have never regretted leaving there and joining CKO. It was a wonderful decision to join CKO and I've never looked back!

I've been going to AFC for nine months now and love it. My favorite thing about this gym is the…read moreatmosphere. Besides being clean and well-maintained, it really feels like a community gym. It's unpretentious. As someone who is curvy and wanted to go to the gym to improve my physique, I was initially very nervous about people staring at me or judging me for using the weights. I've gone to other, bigger gyms like PF and I always felt like everyone was looking down on me, and worse, I was fighting for equipment. Not at AFC. Everyone here is going to the gym to work on themselves, whatever that means for them. While of course you have many physically fit people here, there are also people of all ages, sizes, races, men, women, etc, each sharing a common purpose. I've never had a problem snagging equipment I needed or felt like I was in anyone's way. In fact, trainers and members alike have told me they've seen great improvement in me, which makes me feel so great. That's the benefit of a smaller gym - the people there remember you and root for you. I also love the boxing class. It's really popular here! I had never done boxing before and fell in love. It makes me feel powerful. Strong. And, best of all, disguises the workouts a bit! It's so much easier to work out when you're concentrating on pads and bags, and I end up burning 400-500 calories a session. Jason, and all the trainers, pay attention to your moves and help you improve your form. The classes are smaller too, usually around 10 people, so you can ask any questions you want and the trainers can pay attention to your form. If you're a nervous first-time gym goer like I was, or if you just moved here and are looking for a clean, community gym, this is the place.

I don't understand the reviews with 2 stars and below but to each their own. I came upon this gym…read moreafter researching gym around the Hudson area and checked it out. The owner Jason is a military vet and was super kind. He even gave me a military discount since I'm an Army Vet which was nice. The gym has everything you need from a small boxing area, trx/crossfit area and of course your traditional cardio machines and weight lifting equipment. It's really a great atmosphere to get an amazing working out in. I enjoy coming here because it doesn't get packed in the AM like other gyms and the best part is if you have any questions the staff is alway there to help you and point you in the right direct. If the owner Jason is there he will even come spot you which I've seen him do a numerous of times to different individuals working out. There's also lots of parking, so if your'e around the Hudson area of NH be sure to give AMC a visit if you're looking for a gym.

Our youngest of three daughters, She is 6- has attention and impulse issues, and we decided to try…read moreout karate for a month and see how she liked it... We are now paying customers and we will be for a long time Rick and Linda are wonderful people who really care for their business and their customers. Our little girl loves to go to karate with Mister Rick twice a week. He is absolutely incredible with children. He's incredible with everyone, but if you can get my little one as engaged as she is- BRAVO!!! Whatever age you are, Merrimack Karate Studio is so worth looking into Oh, very reasonable as well! Linda seems to run the business end of things more so, and she is fantastic with follow-up to see how our girl is feeling about karate... I couldn't recommend a karate/MMA/self-defense studio more. Try them out for a month. You won't be disappointed.

Rick Giroux runs a very interactive, enthusiastic and positive minded studio. His wife Linda, is a…read moregreat resource and is always helpful. It is a great place to keep your child moving, motivated and positive minded.

Been there since December last year. Great place to work out. I do kickboxing 3 times a week. The…read moreinstructors have the knowledge. All you have to do is the will to learn

Great studio. Took the self defense class and happy I did. This place teaches both physical and…read moremental focus. If I lived closer, I would be going more often. Everyone you meet here is friendly, engaging and full of life. Great place, highly recommend!

This place far exceeds any place I've been in the past! The trainers are knowledgeable, supportive…read moreand friendly. The owners, Terry and Christina Dow, have created a community that is as strong as it is diverse. Everyone who walks through the door is made to feel like they belong. It is filled with dedicated athletes of all degrees, skills and backgrounds, all having respect for each other just for being there. A place where u can build relationships, while building a strong lean body. There are plenty of classes to choose from making it convenient for anyone's hectic schedule. Originally running was my exercise of choice. I joined The Training Station thinking I would add in some cross training for a couple of months...... Two years later kickboxing has become my #1 choice for staying fit. I have never been in better shape. I am still here, with no intentions of leaving. Great trainers. Great studio. Highly recommended!!

Terry and his staff have been amazing. Everyone is very friendly. I am older 61 and could not…read morehave found a better place to start learning self defense. I am grateful I found this place.

I love my local YMCA, which is currently the Merrimack, NH branch. They have a wonderful…read moreassortment of fitness classes, which I find to be the most fun way to burn calories. Checking in is a breeze, the front desk staff are always so friendly and welcoming, and there are plenty of vending machines with healthy (some more than others) and refreshing drinks and snacks. The Merrimack location has an indoor track, racquetball courts, cardio and weight equipment, a swimming pool (for lap swim, classes, swim lessons, team swim, etc), as I mentioned previously, three locations for fitness classes (aerobic and yoga area, spin and dance studio that is used by the barre class). I love Yoga, Zumba (regular and toning), Dance Fit, and kickboxing. The instructors are friendly, welcoming and informative. I always have fun even if I am not the most coordinated individual. It is a great way to cross train for my regular hiking and running routines. The fee price is more than your typical PF type place but offers so much for the cost. They have reduced fees for individuals who may be in need due to low income, disability, etc. I am a fan and look forward to going.

We started swim lessons here weekly about a month ago and have really enjoyed talking to the staff…read more(Genevieve and Jaclyn are delightful, joyful and willing to help) and have enjoyed the lessons. I have a 3.5 year old little girl who is terrified of herself and the water and in just 5 lessons, she's progressed so well! Brittany is an excellent swim coach and my daughter has definitely bonded with her. We look forward to coming here every week. It's managed and ran well.

burgess is one of the best academy's in new england to train bjj/mma/kickboxing/wrestling etc .the…read moreowner nate lamotte is a very professional and nice person that takes his time for every student to help on and off the mat .the academy is a top level place .they offer a week for free to try every class there is so that way you can find what you like the best

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Even 1 star is too generous…read more This place is a rip off! The trick you to get you into the door. The offer a sale ON TOP OF A SALE!! Which they do not disclose! Then they hit you with a fee of 180 a month!! For a large class not even Individual lessons!! Most dishonest "school" I have seen in a long time! Oh and it's a year long contact!

After years of considering both karate for the kids, and for myself, we took the leap of faith. Had…read moreto sign a year contract. After a few months in life threw some changes at us. My work travel schedule and the kids time changes. We decided to step away. We were obliged to pay a 90 day outclassed costing us over $550 a month as a family. Not a cheap exit clause. In the end a bummer of an experience with the out clause. The gym experience was a good one and the kids enjoyed themselves while there the 3 star only has to do with the cost to exit. In the end will not enter into contracts again, but that is our issue not this studios.

Best gym for boxing. Kids and hubs have been going for years. Now the gym is inside the NH Sports…read moreCenter.

Julio and Kristy are very personable and friendly. Julio puts a lot of emphasis on learning…read moretechnique before just throwing punches. He teaches that building up will lead to greater intensity and the results I'm after. He has a great outlook on life, family and business. When I get to a place where I am upping the intensity and achieving some results, I'll come back and update my review. Hopefully, this will be in a couple of months.