Absolutely recommend! First of all would like to say that…read morethis place will definitely motivate you to do your best. Thanks to amazing coaches and amenities available you will be able to achieve your goals quickly. The space is big and can accommodate decent amount of people. Do not hesitate go to Taejo

My girls , 9 & 11, just finished their first week here. They love coming and look forward to it…read more They are smiling during and after class. The coaches are great , patient and funny. My kids have no experience at all but I see they learned so much already In just 3 days. The only thing, Parking is a bit of a struggle. But other than that this place is awesome everyone is so welcoming. My girls get very sweaty In 45 minutes. We love it!

Wanted to leave a review for Rashad and Crystal because they have quite literally changed my entire…read morelife this year. I attended my first beginner's class in December 2023 (it's now August 2024 when I'm writing this review), and I was probably in the worst shape of my life when I began. I blame Covid/changing to a WFH job/30's metabolism changes blah blah blah, but whatever. I was happy to keep blaming my excuses. And I was so nervous to take a class and move my body in front of other people... I had literally never taken an exercise class of any kind before. But when I say that first class was the most welcoming, encouraging, fun, and yes-HARD-experience I've ever had... I mean it. It was the perfect balance of everything I needed to get me to come back. I've never enjoyed exercising, it's always been something I dread. But Rashad and Crystal know what they're doing, and they genuinely want to help you feel stronger in your body. I never feel uncomfortable or self-conscious in any way in their classes, only encouraged and motivated. I've now lost 23 pounds (!) in the past 8 months (also with the help of a calorie deficit I started 3 months ago), and I feel actual muscle and strength that I've never felt before in my life, even at my "thinnest." I'm now straight up addicted to these classes. I will only miss one if life requires me to, and I feel genuinely upset when I do! They have been such a game changer for my mental health, too. Whatever your goals are -- weight loss, cardio and strengthening , stress release, or just a killer workout with an amazing community -- you'll find it here. I feel so blessed to have found them. THANK YOU F&F!!!

The best people, the BEST workout you'll ever have! I really have never found anything that works…read moreme out like this place! I found them years ago and I've been coming for probably eight years?! Now though I moved out of the area I still deal with the drive just for them because there's really no place better and no community better than Foxy And Fierce! Never felt stronger, thanks y'all!

LAKO has become a sanctuary-like place for me. it's a fun and supportive environment with great…read moreenergy in the air. They play the best music to get you moving and each time I walk out of there with a big smile on my face and feeling so grounded and grateful. Yuichi is a gracious guy and the staff and coaches are amazing people who do a great job of motivating others, and making everyone feel like part of the pack. They offer numerous daily group classes, excellent private training, open gym with great equipment, training camps, and kids classes, just to name a few. They also participate in various community supportive efforts from animal advocacy to families in need, to toy drives....they do it all. Not sure what else one can ask for from one place. Thank you guys, much love

There is no other place in NELA like LAKO. Don't let the fact that it's a boxing gym intimidate…read moreyou. Everyone there from front desk, to trainers, to the other members are not only friendly and welcoming, but they make you feel strong and empowered every time you walk through the doors. And you leave feeling even better. The classes are suitable for people of all skill levels and you have your choice of boxing, kickboxing, bootcamp and sparring. The trainers are top notch (shout out to Justin!). If you're looking to get in a workout between classes, they have cardio equipment and weights. There's a recovery room for sports massage and compression sleeves, etc. Rates are competitive, bathrooms are always nice and clean, music always bumping and if you're lucky you'll get to meet Koko the mascot :)

Been training in the ancient art of boxing with kicks for more than a decade now at a few gyms in…read moreand around L.A., and Classic Kickboxing by far is the CLEANEST. In fact, of all the gyms I've been to - including the ones that fit into the LA/24 Hour Fitness mould - this spot in the heart of Old Town Pasadena still remains the most diligent in terms of hygiene. And that's something that's often overlooked in gyms, especially ones that specialize in contact training and use mats. You can easily pick up a case of staph or any other crap that will do serious harm to your body if your gym floors and equipment are filthy and unkempt. (Google Ben Askren if you want to know what can happen to you if you train in a filthy gym.) Mauricio, Classic Kickboxing's owner/instructor, absolutely ensures that his establishment stays clean by reminding everyone to sanitize their stations after each session. That means wiping down the bags, mats, and everything else you've soiled. On that tangent, I know some other reviewers have complained about Mauricio being too militant about his gym's cleanliness, or - strangely enough - even bitched and moaned about the facility not being clean at all. I seriously doubt they've been to many other gyms. His cleaning regimen is not only for your safety, but others as well. Speaking of Mauricio, he is an excellent technical instructor and a really approachable guy. Don't be afraid to ask him questions. He is there to teach you! If you watch his instruction closely, you can see why he is a former Colombian kickboxing champ; his form and technique is excellent, especially his kicks, which he was known for during his career. You will definitely learn proper technique here if you pay attention. Mauricio's kickboxing classes are group instruction and ALL levels of skill are welcomed. Classes run for about 40 to 45 minutes or so and they involve striking and kicking drills, with some form of plyo in between. The last few minutes are meant for core/abs work and light stretching. Is it difficult? It really all depends on how much effort you put into it. You can move at your own pace for sure and nobody will call you out on it (I know some gyms use shame as a type of tactic to motivate you; works for some, most others not so much). But Classic Kickboxing really is a stress-free establishment that rewards those who put their all into their workouts. Other things to note: - The gym is big and beautiful to look at. Lots of heavy bags, lots of space. The other side of the facility has a full ring and another large room. This area is for private instruction only. - They have secured lockers on-site in case you'd like to stow away your valuables. - Parking is paid on the streets nearby, which is ideal. But if you can't find a spot, there are a lot of garages in the area within walking distance. - Mauricio is the primary kickboxing instructor. He has a couple others, but I'd recommend taking his class first (see their online schedule) if you're new. - His other instructors teach boxing and judo. One of his boxing instructors, Christian, was a sparring partner for former world champ Vasiliy Lomachenko. That says quite a lot. - Monthly dues are fair, and compared to the other kickboxing gyms I've been to, actually a bit cheaper. You schedule classes online through their website, or on the Mindbody app. - Best of all, this gym is MEATHEAD-free. Of all the contact gyms I've been to, there's always at least one fragile, big-ego type who walks around like they're the next big thing and tries to pick up on anyone who walks by. If they're here, I haven't seen them at all. And I'm here quite a bit. I believe Mauricio can spot these alpha fail types very quickly and "discourages" them from coming back. Bottom line: Classic Kickboxing is a fun, great workout in a stress-free, meathead-free, and super-clean environment. You couldn't ask for much more than that.

Best place in Pasadena for boxing and kick boxing classes. Super clean and friendly environment to…read morelearn the ropes and get a great workout! Mauricio is so helpful! Christian's boxing classes are the best. Plenty of street parking and nearby city lot for $1. You can sign up directly with them or drop in classes using the MINDBODY app. The intro $15 class drop in they provide you with wraps and gloves. then second $45 class gives you your own pair of wraps and gloves! Super friendly staff and peeps here. Sparing, personal training and separate dojo areas for the advanced too! Highly recommended for the beginner or pro!

I dropped in twice. First time I didn't stay for any training as the instructor said he wouldn't be…read moreinvolved that day. He said that was typical for weekends. Came back on a weekday and stayed for training... he was barely involved in training that day. I understand how someone might think he is rude but I wouldn't go that far, really he just comes off as checked-out and not interested in his gym / business. The session is about 1/3rd combat sport related. The other 2/3rds is light cardio drills you can do in your own home. The other attendees are more willing to help and with that I would say this place serves more of a sparring club than a serious training gym.

The Yard and Yoshi are excellent. This review will hopefully be helpful as an update to how class…read moreis run (since class has changed a little). First my background: I've trained Muay Thai for two years (first time was in April of 2022). I've trained at 7 gyms: FLMT (Florida Muay Thai , OC MT, Team Oyama, Classic Fight Team, Rising Suns Thai Boxing, NELA Combat Fitness, and Boxing Works. My home gym for the last year was Boxing Works under the instruction of Coach Bryan Popejoy, where I trained 3-4 days a week and did one on ones once a week for about 3 month. I would've stayed there however I recently moved to Northeast LA (Highland Park) and the drive to Torrence for BW was too much (about an hour to an hour and a half drive there and 40 minutes on the way home). Whereas the Yard is a 6-minute drive from me with ample sessions. Second, class style: Classes are Monday through Friday: 8-9:30, 10-11:30, 4-5:30, and 6-7:30pm and then two sparring classes on Saturday from 9-10:30 and 11-12:30. As far as I'm aware, Yoshi teaches each class and he does an excellent job. At other gyms, I feel much more advanced then I do at the Yard. Lots of basic bad habits that I got into are getting fine-tuned and corrected. A typical class is organized in four parts: (1) Cardio: A five minute round of jump ropes and then a 30 minute cardio session where we jog, sprint, do knees, teep across the mats. (2) Bagwork We then do several rounds of shadow boxing where Yoshi will make small adjustments to our form. From there, we all go on the heavy bags and practice whatever we want to work on for several rounds while Yoshi works one on one with us on pad/mitwork. This is where I think the Yard shines. If you go to a class with few students, you are essentially getting a free one on one. When you're not working one on one with Yoshi, you are working the bag. (3): Drills/Sparring From there, we work on a specific technique through partner drills and then light technical sparring. Yoshi is very attentive as he goes around and makes adjustments and suggestions. On Fridays the technique is clinch focused; which is really great. Many gyms in Southern California lack emphasis on the clinch. (4): Burnout/core work: We end with 3 minutes of ab/core work and then a minute plank. Sometimes we will burnout with skip knees on the bag. Overall: An excellent choice. I can't speak to how it would be for a beginner, as I came with two-years of experience. I imagine it would be a great place to start. Potential cons: I do not see people doing drills on thai pads (where one partner holds pads and the other hits). Typically, a Muay Thai class is 1 hour. At the Yard, it is 1.5 hours. Which means its a little more demanding. At this point, I cannot train every day even if my schedule allowed it because my body and cardio is just too shot. I imagine with time, that'll change.

Rise to me in many ways has been the greatest investment ever, I've learned so much here…read more Not only are you part of a community with people trying to improve right by your side but rooting for other members is something thats natural here , we see each other win As much as I love coming here all week , I wouldn't have the excitement to show up if it wasn't for all of coaches ! They are the main reason I come back , being able to evolve and create a passion here is something that has only been possible due to the fact that our coaches are always rooting for us !

Rise Athletic is hands-down the best gym I've trained at. Coach Taylor is the best coach I've ever…read morehad -- even better than the ones I trained with at Equinox. The coaching here is next level: personalized, knowledgeable, and results-driven without ever being intimidating. My coach pushes me in all the right ways, and the programming is smarter and more intentional than anything I've experienced elsewhere. The group classes are a huge bonus -- challenging, well-run, and filled with good energy. You can tell the culture here matters: people show up, work hard, and support each other. No egos, just real progress. If you're serious about getting stronger, moving better, and training in a great environment, Rise is it.

DO NOT GET SCAMMED BY PREVAIL…read more I hate to write this one-star review because I joined Prevail NoHo in March of 2024 and since then, I've loved the community there and the coaches were amazing. However, the management is borderline criminal. I'm writing this so you don't get scammed like we all did at the NoHo location after it closed. Long story short, I signed up for the "NOHO 6-Month All Access Membership" that was $995 every 6 months. My 6-month membership renewed in January of 2026, and the NoHo location closed at the end of February 2026. I wasn't notified by anyone that the location was closing. No phone call, no email. Even as of this review, a post hasn't been made on their social media to notify people of their closing. And in the Prevail App, my account says, "Cancellation Requested," which I never requested. I only found out the NoHo location was closing after one of my classmates posted about it, saying it was sad to see the location go. The next day I called the location to confirm and to see if I could get a pro-rated refund, they said yes, today was their last day and to email Vince, the studio manager. I emailed Vince. No response. I followed up days later. He said he is not refunding anyone's money back and said we could all use the West Hollywood location that's 10 miles away, which would change my 15-minute commute to a 45-minute commute both ways. I told Vince that I signed up for Prevail NoHo because of its location and that I didn't want to drive to West Hollywood and requested a pro-rated refund of $664 for the 4 months I am unable to use my membership. He again refused, so now I am forced to take legal action. All this to say. DO NOT sign up here. When this location inevitably closes, they will not notify you or refund any of your money.

I've been coming here for a year and a half now. The day I decided to come here literally changed…read moremy life. I had never boxed before and it wasn't intimidating at all. This is a community, a team, a family. The people here are amazing. I've learned so much. I come here when I'm feeling down and I come here when I feel happy. I have brought so many of my friends and they all love it. You walk through the door and Vince greets you with a smile. Sean is ready to make you sweat in class. Josh is gonna teach you a crazy long combo and call it easy, Lolo is gonna ensure you got that technique down. Leticia knows how to keep your muscles strong. I could go on for days. But I can only recommend this place.

Nice and clean boxing gym in the heart of DTLA. Lots of street parking available and they offer…read moreeither monthly memberships or single day pass. New guest can receive one free day pass that includes class and equipment rental. So come bring your family and friends over for a free trial. 5/5 stars City of Angels Boxing!

It's the @light_skin_dragon coming to you for a well deserve sweat and my first time coming to this…read moreboxing gym. I brought my friend/brother Gary and we had an amazing first time here. There was free stuff they were giving away and had a great coach the owner of the gym Alex and his lovely wife was there as the receptionists. Alex taught the class which was close to a hour long. And I felt the exercise which motivated me to learn techniques of boxing again.

Awesome people, highly recommend this gym if you want to learn Muay Thai out Boxing. The private…read morelessons are a great deal too. Great gym

Just pulled up so I can talk with someone about prices and time stood at the door people look at me…read moreand no one opened the door then I get a text from the someone in there saying that they are not there and I'm right there looking at you guys one guy just stared at me while I knocked on the door all I wanted was some information on prices for me and my daughter they were so very unprofessional. I will not recommend anybody even going there.

This place is cool! I've never done kickboxing before, and this was quite fun! This place is huge…read moreand spacious. Apparently, this is their newer second location, which is great because it wasn't overcrowded. They have their own parking lot. They also have Meteorite BBQ in the back, which is perfect when you're done with this workout. Randy is super nice and a really great coach! He explains the movements and steps clearly for you to follow. It's also pretty cool that he was a previous K1 fighter, so you know you're getting train by a professional. He also makes you feel comfortable and makes the class less intimidating. Besides being just an exercise, kickboxing is useful for self defense. If you've never tried kickboxing before, you should definitely check out this place!

Kickboxing is life. And Taejo has everything to nurture that lifestyle: legit trainers, quality…read moreequipment, clean facilities, classes that fit my schedule and the community is welcoming, encouraging and fun. I have Learned lots on my technique and the combo drills are practical with an edge of complexity that makes it challenging and interesting. The coaches all know their shit and they're super down to earth. Pricing is reasonable and they don't stress you into a package or commitment. I have the 10 class pass and it's been easy to use and renew and I don't have to feel stressed that I missed a class or my classes expire at the end of the month. Def check out the DTLA spot! Plus we need more lady fighters in this B!