I love this place! Lost a stone and a half and everybody was happy for me, especially the wife…read more Crowd is mixed, local, expatriate, prices are superb and definitely no ripping off. Had horrible experiences at other Makati boxing clubs and Empire represents Filipino hospitality! 24 hours and no appointments needed. 5 stars.

As recently being part of the work force, the value of time has become very important to me and…read morehaving time for my daily workout was something that I really had to put effort and plan for as of late because of busy working schedules. Thank god for Empire Boxing because this is also just but a mere walking distance from where I work, and apart from that, they are open 24 hours. Yes! 24 hours! So even if I get so busy with work during the day, I need not to worry because I could still make it on time. The coaches here are friendly, accommodating and very efficient at what they do. I am especially thankful for my regular trainer because when I was still a student, he was already the one who trained me in a different boxing gym back then. More than boxing, they also offer Muay Thai and cross-training exercises. The owner of the gym is also usually there and extends effort to get to know his customers and also offers his help in doing certain workouts. What I like most about working out here is the overall atmosphere and vibe of the people working out there. Everyone is generally friendly and definitely not an intimidating place to be in.

I love Muay Thai. Doesnt matter that it kicks my ass all the time and my lungs cant take the…read morepressure. I love the fact that it's a deadly dance that uses the art of eight limbs to inflict maximum damage. But. I cant train anywhere else. Or with any other Kru for that matter. I get real shyyyyy. For real. I will always be indebted to Kru Dante for showing me the art of the dance, the grace that comes with delivering a well-placed roundhouse, and the strength needed to endure the pain that comes with it. I am forever grateful to Kru Dante for his patience, training, discipline. Each session is a world of learning and even if i go home battered and bruised after sparring with large men with ripped chests, thick limbs, and a grin like a black eye waiting to happen, it will always be fun. Sa King's Den, bawal ang pagod! No pain no gain!

Returned yesterday after too much time away, and I'm happy to say that the place is a lot nicer…read morenow! One, there is an actual floor. Two, it doesn't reek of sweat. Three, the ventilation has improved significantly, which is a blessing in this tropical country. Four, the bathroom is a lot cleaner now and one shower stall even has a curtain. Because I badly need to relax and get a change of pace for vacation, I went to inquire about the free trial classes. The lady at the front desk who gave me a tour of the renovated gym and explained the payment options and package deals was really nice. And, as expected, the teachers are the best of the best. Oh god, I nearly had a heart attack from awe and terror when I learned the muay thai coach is Red Romero, the current URCC featherweight champion (he'll be defending his title in July!). My fears were unfounded though, as he's very nice too. The workout he gave the class was hell, but that's what I signed up for. This summer is gonna be fun. Fun side note: the boxing coach remembered me from when I used to take capoeira here!

Everyone seems to be getting fit nowadays and I believe that there is no better way of doing it…read moreother than eating right and getting proper exercise. I was an active member of Elorde Boxing Gym in Don Antonio back in 2010 to 2013 and of all the sports that I've been involved to, Boxing and Muay Thai training is by far the most strenuous and most calorie-burning physical exercise for me. Elorde has definitely sweated a hell lot of fat from me! The biggest weight loss I had was with their Muay Thai and Boxing programs. For sure, you've seen a lot of Elorde branches around the metro. I've tried Lagro, Katipunan and Don Antonio branches and I can tell that all maintains quality services and facilities. All of the branches were accessible to me but I find it more comfortable and at home with the trainers in Don Antonio because they train beginners and advanced students better than the others that I've worked with. They know how to engage and motivate their students one step at a time with proper combat and martial arts discipline and eventually hardcore training! Also, the best part about Elorde training is the mandatory post work-out massage that's surely gonna pass you out. If you're looking for an indoor activity to sweat you out this coming rainy season, I suggest you try Elorde Gym. To me, it's better to be fit with skill training than weights and other gym machines. You can check out www.elordeboxinggym.com for rates and details.

I used to be gym snob, but Excellence Gym changed the way I feel about those "bakal gyms."…read more It really is a no-frills kind of gym (it's clean though) but the members don't mind because people who are really motivated to achieve their fitness goals don't really care for showers or a juice bar. People go there for the training and the workouts. And Unik Reyes, the head trainer and owner of the gym is dead set on helping each member achieve their fitness goals; he can appear too strict when he corrects your form during a workout, but he's actually approachable and you can ask him about fitness and nutrition and he'll be willing to share his expertise. My favorite part of the gym is the boxing ring. I like that it's quite big, I feel like I'm joining the ranks of Manny Pacquiao and Muhammad Ali whenever I step on that ring. The boxing trainer Nikki, will make your session lighter with his funny stories. Their place is a little hard to find but it's walking distance from Alabang-Zapote road, and parking can be challenging during peak hours (usually between 5 to 8 pm).

Its a very accomodating gym.. Were staff is good as well as the coach. They cater pickleball,…read morebasketball, badminton reservation and also they have boxing, muaythai and lastly weights.

Until Manny Pacquiao came along, the country's greatest boxer has always been considered to be the…read morelate, great Gabriel 'Flash' Elorde. Long after he retired from the ring, Elorde was able to maintain his celebrity status. He was also a smart and savvy entrepreneur who put up a sports complex along Sucat Road in Paranaque, but I believe it was only after he passed away that members of his family decided to turn his name into a brand, and set up boxing gyms all over the metropolis. Competing with the numerous Elorde gyms are the Penalosa Boxing Gyms, of which there is a relatively new one along Dona Soledad Avenue in Bicutan, Paranaque. Some may ask, who is this Penalosa guy. For those who are in the dark, there were actually two Penalosa brothers who became world boxing champions. The older one was Dodie Penalosa, who won a world crown despite being a polio victim. But it was his younger brother Gerry who had a longer career in pro boxing. To this day, Gerry Penalosa remains active in training young wannabe champs. He is also frequently seen helping out Manny Pacquiao by attending Pacman's workouts, giving tips and generally supporting the Pinoy champ. Gerry Penalosa has also lent his name to the string of boxing gyms challenging the Elorde gyms for marketing supremacy. The gym in Better Living is quite airy, which is important when working out. Surprisingly, there are ladies who are also into boxing now. This place trains both male and female in the sweet science that is boxing.

I have nothing but positive remarks about FIST GYM. The atmosphere screams hard work and…read morededication will get you results. The coaching staff are patient and considerate. They will breakdown techniques for you and help you step by step. As a foreigner looking for a BJJ gym to continue my training I couldn't have found a better spot. This is the gym for anyone who wants to work hard. I look forward to training at FIST GYM when I go back to Manila.

Best Muay Thai gym in Metro Manila! They have a syllabus from beginners to advance. Other Muay Thai…read moregyms just teach you how to do jab-straight-kick and it becomes a monotonous routine. Fist Gym trainers adhere to a set of standards that really teaches you the art of Muay Thai. Great for fitness enthusiasts and for competitive athletes as well!

Ka Pow! Fight factory BGC, kind of pricey compared to most gyms…read more But you know the saying, "you get what you pay for" I've been to a ton of boxing gyms in the Philippines this is definitely in my top 2. Equipment is in good condition wherein other gyms there's holes in the heavy bags it speed balls. They have weights, cones, ladder, battle rope! - make sure to ask to use some of their other equipment to get your best workout. - comparing this place to some of the gyms in California it's top notch. - 1 on 1 mitt training in a California gym can cost up to 30 dollars a session here it's way more affordable. - there's shower facilities - gender friendly - all the trainers are nice and helpful. Also I lost five pounds in about two weeks !

Awesome and spacious! Great trainers but I think they can…read moreget a little distracted with the television. Since its new, the vicinity is clean. The bathroom is well maintained but I think they should have added an area where the clients can change into and out of attire. It's breezy and not so congested and hot inside unlike other gyms. They do NOT provide free water so take note on that, you will have to buy your hydration which makes sense business wise. Other than that, I would go back again and train with Kuya Pao for boxing!

I've tried all kinds of yoga. Some were painless, utterly relaxing and serene, while others felt…read morelike being a piece of meat in a piping bowl of ramen. And then there's anti-gravity yoga. Anti-gravity yoga or AYG is nothing like any yoga class I've tried before. First of all, how could it resemble Hatha, Vinyasa or Ashtanga yoga when you're suspended in the air almost the entire duration of the class? No corpse poses or ohms for this one. If you've ever had aerial dreams, I'd say sign up for a class now at I go Beyond Yoga. It's a 90-minute long class that would have you sitting, stretching and bending on a very soft fabric. It's wonderfully relaxing and at the end of the class, your usually ungainly body will feel light and serene. You'd actually wonder for a half-second if perhaps, you've missed your calling as a gymnast.