Highly recommend Jukebox for learning boxing - for both kids and adults. The coaches are very consultative and patient - setting the right foundation to learn and grow, no matter the experience level or age. I joined to add a new activity and build strength / agility, and go twice a week to classes. My 9 year old daughter is just getting started, and it's a nice addition to her ninja warrior and running club. read more

Small and intimate setting but great class overall! Staff worked with me on scheduling to make sure they accommodated me

I just started here and it is such a great workout and more than that a really fun and positive environment!

I just did thirty-minute intro session with coach Mike and have nothing but good things to say about Jukebox. Carrie and Mike made me feel very welcome as a total newcomer. The facility is great and the instruction was perfect: just the right mix of encouragement and education, challenging me while staying positive and inspiring. It was a great workout for body and mind and a lot more fun than other kinds of fitness. I was intimidated by the idea of boxing but Jukebox is all good vibes. read more

I spent over a year and a half at Jukebox going 5+ times a week. I participated in almost every extracurricular-outdoor classes, social events, and spar club/fight night. I felt like I was a staple member of the Jukebox community, and I think many others would agree. Take a scroll through the gym's instagram, and you can find my mug scattered across it. That said, I was unceremoniously pushed out of the gym. It was very hurtful to feel cast out from a community I cared deeply about and actively supported. I do feel this was a targeted, personal effort by the owner Carrie. As a result of my exit, as well as some other reasons, I cannot comfortably recommend Jukebox. Pros: Programming is great Cons: Pricing (see below) Carrie's behavior (also see below) Gym is very small No changing area--your stuff will sit at the door Curiously there are lockers, but members can't use them There is one bathroom, no shower Bags and equipment break frequently, and can take a while to repair Booking system Zenplanner is a mess Classes frequently run over time Amenities of the facility don't match the cost Membership information is intentionally obfuscated. Members are paying different amounts for the same membership too. So here you go. In September 2022, the membership was roughly (without tax): $224/mo for 8 first floor classes $299/mo for 12 first floor classes $399/mo for unlimited first floor classes $40 for a drop-in class In March 2024, I received an email with pricing changes: $279/mo for 8 first floor classes (+$55/mo or a ~25% increase) $349/mo for 12 first floor classes (+$50/mo or a ~14% increase) REMOVED: Unlimited first floor classes $599/mo for unlimited *both floor* classes (+$200/mo or ~33% increase over unlimited first floor) These changes are what pushed me out. There's a photo of the email on this review. Contrast this email with the other email photo in which she told me I was "invaluable." None of that mattered when Carrie decided she was done with me. The reason given was "membership changes" that eliminated my tier of membership, but I am certain she just didn't like that I am friends with some former members and some former coaches. She believed that I was (and I heard this from several folks): "using my membership to steal members from her gym for former coaches." To play that back: she believes I was paying her $400/mo to...funnel money to someone else. This was during spar club-a program with an additional cost of $650. The mental gymnastics required to paint me as some kind of thief in this situation are olympic level. The email came while I was away, too. True courage from the woman who "always carries around a mouthguard just in case." Then there's some other questionable behavior. Carrie often gossips on members, commenting on their jobs or their lives. She has a particular hatred for one member's wife--she would repeatedly trash talk their marriage, even though this member volunteers regularly to help the gym. I regret ever sharing anything personal with her. I've seen her fly into a rage at members. She would scream publicly at them, embarrassing them. She's flown into these fits for such crimes as: wearing another gym's tee to class, using handwrap gloves instead of handwraps, and the war crime of not wiping your shoes enough. One of the more troubling things to me personally was how she treated me as a gay man. I felt tokenized. In class, she would tell me how cute I was and say I was "the hottest guy at the gym," and had to keep posting "my handsome face" on the gym's instagram. She teased me for talking to someone she perceived as attractive, as if there were no other reasons to talk to this person. This behavior flies in direct contrast to the inclusive space that "the only women-owned boxing gym in the city" purports to be. To be exceedingly clear: I have only felt discomfort in classes taught by Carrie. A business practice that I found troubling was that payments for extracurricular programs didn't go to the gym. Some of those went through her personal business Underwraps, LLC. I don't know what the level of legal entanglement with Jukebox and Underwraps is (if at all), but I was not comfortable sending the $650 for spar club-which took place exclusively at Jukebox-to Underwraps directly. Given her behavior, I knew the day would come where something I could not have possibly perceived to have been an infraction would be the final straw. I didn't expect having friends would be the reason. I shouldn't have to justify my friendships to anyone--let alone to a place where I go to sweat and to punch. I think she is jealous that members of her community hang out without her. She could easily feel a sense of pride for fostering this community. She could reward the people who support her. Instead she boxes with shadows. If you're looking for a gym with no emotional stakes at a quarter of price, look two blocks in any direction. read more

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I have been a member of Jukebox for a year and I am so grateful for it. Carrie has created a wonderful space where everyone can feel comfortable getting into boxing. Prior to joining Jukebox, I had long dreamed of starting boxing but I was intimidated by gritty boxing gyms and didn't feel like the gyms where they just do group classes would be right for me. Jukebox offers both group classes in their main area and sparring classes in the downstairs "VIP" area of the gym. The moment I walked through the doors at Jukebox I felt welcomed and everyone, both coaches and other participants, genuinely wanted to help me learn how to box. I highly recommend trying Jukebox out if you've been hoping to dip your toe into boxing, if you've been boxing for a long time or if you fall anywhere in between. read more

I spent years supporting this gym. Because I liked the classes, I tolerated Carrie's occasional outbursts of rage and abusive behavior as long as I could. I did call her out once and she broke down into tears and apologized. When it happened again, I decided I would just take any classes but hers. I continued on until this last weekend, when I was denied access to Jukebox. No explanation was given until this morning, when I was given an impersonal email that claimed my membership was terminated because of "recent complaints from both male & female members and coaches of disruptive & aggressive behavior, specifically instances of aggression towards female members of the gym leaving them to feel unsafe during class. This constitutes a severe violation of our code of conduct." There is no truth in this--not even an ambiguous moment I can wonder about. But obviously it's hard to dispute, since Carrie claims that no "details can be given to protect members." The only conclusion I can draw from this is that in simply putting up boundaries between me and a person I deemed to be unhealthy, I enraged her to the point where she needed to hurt me and exile me from the entire community. It's honestly heartbreaking. I was with this gym from the beginning and put over 10 G into it. And I never said an unkind word about Carrie. I just didn't want drama. That was the point. Also worth mentioning is that I was invited to drop in for sparring the final week. I was told I would be given headgear and protection but then, after paying 80 dollars and wrapping, was told actually there was none left for me...and me alone. I was punched in the face four times without protection before being frozen out forever. I thought it was weird at the time, now I guess I get the message. Chef's kiss for absolute cruelty. It goes beyond unprofessional. read more

Carrie is an amazing coach/person. She is badass at what she does. I've had the pleasure of training with Carrie extensively through her UnderWraps virtual boxing club. She has a keen eye for body mechanics and a sharp mind for defense. She is incredibly funny and wise. She has tons of life experience that has sculpted her into an amazing trainer/mentor. I really felt seen and heard by Carrie and was given plenty of insight into what I could be doing better in regard to my technique and also life. The experience with Carrie is definitely worth it!! read more

I recently tried Jukebox in Park Slope to jumpstart healthy workout habits in a supportive community. I've done boxing in the past and have worked with Carrie in a different setting and was excited to get started in this space. I signed up for the 7-day New Bloods pass in the beginning of the year that included, firstly, an introductory class with a coach before you start your free week, and then you get to select which week to avail of. It was a bit tricky in my case as I had a lot of big personal emergencies pop up during the time of the sign up, which affected how and when I could sign up for the upcoming discounted month they were offering to roll newcomers over into. In my experience, there was also confusion in the materials (emails, website, app) over pricing, logistics and process of signing up, as well as in our in-person conversations, and had to work with them to clarify some miscommunications and figure out some solutions over refunds and unmentioned refund fees and such. That being said, I am still giving them 5-stars for the quality of the classes themselves. In the few that I took, I loved the energy in the classes and the coaches were great teachers. They truly push you while encouraging you and I felt really empowered. As a beginner, there were times I felt a bit intimidated and lost, but the team and the other students showed me the ropes and put me at ease, so I felt really motivated to keep showing up and just try my best. If you want to really grow in your wellness journey and have a place to go to where you are challenged not just physically but mentally in the best ways possible, this is a great place to do it! I really feel that the JukeBox community will get you to reach your goals and beyond! read more

Went to my first kickboxing class last week and the class was very beginner-friendly. The trainers/coaches there are very helpful! I'll be taking another class very soon! read more

I purchased a 29.99 training session a few months back. Due to a family emergency I was not able to use the session and requested a refund. I was met with a surprisingly hard-line attitude by the owner about how they do not allow refunds. After explaining my situation, they gave me a partial refund minus a 35% "refund fee", along with a discourteous message about how "He is owed nothing by law. The gym has generously given him a refund minus a 35% restocking/refund fee." This is not a situation in which I purchased and used something and then wanted a refund causing the business to lose money. They never provided this service and therefore never lost out on any money... so why such a stubborn attitude about giving a refund? This honestly was not so much about the money to me (we're talking $30 dollars here), but about the principal and the obstinate attitude. I would certainly expect more from a service-oriented business. read more

There are so many good things I want to say about Jukebox but it wouldn't fit in one review. Carrie and her team are the most caring and supportive people I've ever met and the energy and enthusiasm never falters. The sense of community is so evident and welcoming that no matter how tired or sad or angry you feel before coming to class, I can guarantee a complete shift in your mood when leaving. Don't get me wrong, the classes are challenging but the team constantly makes sure you're OK, working around any injuries you may have while making it the most fun experience possible. Whether you want technique or cardio or both - there's a coach for all of it. COULD NOT RECOMMEND MORE - 100000 STARS LOVE YOU. read more

Jukebox NYC - Boxing Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Had a great 1-1 training session here. I'm not a beginner, and the trainer was very effective in challenging me and helping me improve my form in the half hour I was there. I hope to come back soon! read more

Great studio. Super clean, beginner friendly, and good instruction. Highly recommend!

A breath of fresh air. Literally. You walk into a clean, cool and dark studio. When the class starts the music is blasting and it's awesome! The day before I had taken a class at crunch where the out of shape instructor kept shrilly calling us ladies, and telling us to "work that booty." I find that highly offensive. I am not going to a gym to be sexualized I work out to get strong. Carrie. the instructor and owner, is the type of role model all young women should have! She is serious about making you stronger and I was moved by it. I go to a gym to get strong. Jukebox will get me the results I need. Can't there be one hour of a day where women are not being told to be sexy?!#Find that hour here. read more

I became a member of Jukebox NYC on day one - why? because of coach/owner Carrie. I worked with Carrie for a few years before opening her own gym and I knew that her place was going to be my place. Carrie and her team are all highly skilled, high energy and really tailor work-outs, fitness and wellness tips to your individual needs. The boxing classes are full body work-outs with great coaching and a real calorie burn while learning new skills. Jukebox is more than a gym membership - it is a community of coaches, staff and members who really care about one another and have fun together. There are different membership options to choose from. Check it out- you will not be disappointed! read more

This is not the place for you if you're looking to slack off. If you're looking for a great sweat, challenging work out and feel like a true fighting champ, then this place is for you! Carrie is so enthusiastic about boxing and her business it is contagious. I've come here three times and have loved every class! I'm so excited about this addition to the neighborhood. Definitely worth a visit. read more

Great atmosphere from the moment you walk through the door! It feels like a community that cares! Can't wait to keep training here

This place is amazing -- fierce, supportive, energizing. Each instructor brings something different. I had never boxed before coming here and now I can't get enough. I always leave feeling strong, capable, and focused. Love it. read more

Rude and really unprofessional. I booked an appt that was open and available and then received confirmation. They then canceled my appt and booked me 5 hours later without asking me beforehand if I would be available. When I asked them why they confirmed then canceled my previous appt they ignored my message. You can tell alot about how a business is run by the way they deal with the small things. No skin off my back. They lost a potential customer and I'll just be heading off to the dime a dozen boxing gyms that actually know about proper customer service. read more

Jukebox is an essential part of my mental health routine. I always get a great workout in, but what I love most about the gym is the energy and community ... every single coach is dedicated to helping you improve and every class is fun and engaging. I always leave feeling energized and confident! read more

I've been training with Carrie and her team for just over a year now and absolutely love it. I leave every class with a smile on my face and feeling great (in addition to super sweaty) no matter how I felt when I first got there. Carrie is super encouraging and extremely helpful with poignant suggestions and feedback to help folks improve their form, strike stronger and block quicker. Carrie also attracts like-minded instructors who are equally encouraging and positive. Classes with Mary and Josh are always a great workout. I'm so lucky to have found this community and look forward to improving my form and creating more friendships. read more

This place is amazing. It is the people, the members, the staff and the teacher that makes your workout amazing. They are super friendly. No membership pressure, no crazy over the top rules! No pretense. And "stand-offish" The place was clean, it did not smell like a gym and plenty of room for your things. The price is right. I love it. I am coming back! read more

Jukebox NYC - Boxing Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Highly recommend this place!! Carrie is one of the best trainers I've ever had. Her technique is amazing and she is always challenging her students to be better in the ring and out. All the staff are very welcoming and you never feel out of place here. I always feel recharged whenever I leave class! read more

CARRIE IS THE BOMB DIGGITY!!! The whole staff is great. I walked into the newly opened studio and sensed an energy. She popped up on my FB page for a six week kickboxing challenge. And something about her made me show up. I was searching for classes and this was it! I signed up and now I'm moving into my 4th week! Life has tried to step in and thwart my fitness efforts but I won't allow myself to be deterred and part of that is Carrie. She makes me want to be better because she cares. And I'm here for it! So if you're looking for a place of energy, good vibes and community, RUN don't walk to Jukebox! read more

What I love about Jukebox is that you are always learning something new. Classes focus on form and understanding the technique of boxing in an approachable way, suiting all levels from true beginners to those more advanced. Instructors are supportive and help guide each person to improve. This gym really focuses on being the best it can for its members and its community with different membership levels and donation classes to do a little good in the world around us. read more

I went with my cousin for the first time today. I've taken boxing classes at my school gym but this was definitely a step up. The studio was clean and thoughtfully designed, creating a really cool place to get a workout in. The workout itself was challenging and really enjoyable. The instructor Carrie was awesome and I felt at home even for my first time. Would highly recommend! read more

I can't say enough good things about my experience here. It has been life-changing, thanks to Carrie. Her classes are always demanding, stimulating, fun, and always different. You will never get bored, and that's what keeps me coming back. read more

Jukebox offers something no other studio does - a class trainer that cares about your form. I've been to Overthrow, Gleason's, Church Street, Rumble, and Shadowbox, and Carrie by far is the best instructor. I know it's difficult to give students individual attention in a class, but Carrie made sure that my form was right - showing me several times and correcting me throughout the session. As a beginner, I really appreciate this because I can get fitness/cardio anywhere, but if I'm going to do a boxing workout, I want to get the form down and actually learn about boxing, then add in speed on top of that. Carrie has unparalleled energy and is extremely enthusiastic and motivational. I get the sense she really cares about the people who come in - whether you are a regular, drop-in, or classpasser. I just took one class with a new instructor, Diego - and he had great energy too. I'm looking forward to going more consistently! read more

Rise is amazing! I looked for a while to find an early enough class for me (6am) and finally happened upon Rise. I started there because it was a convenient time for me, never expecting it to be so amazing. The trainers are great-supportive and challenging. I'm pretty particular about my kick boxing classes but these classes have something for everyone in each class-cardio, strength, technique and form. This was also my first gym after having my daughter so I was nervous to begin the gym again- being weaker than I had ever been but Rise didn't make me feel funny at all. Rise always has great deals for first timers floating around-so just give it a shot and you might just become as addicted as I am. read more

Amazing classes! Awesome teacher. Good vibes all around. Check it out- you won't regret it!

This a fantastic place, full of positive energy that will help you reach your fitness goals. Carrie and her team offer high quality instruction that's always fun, challenging and empowering. Since joining in January 2019, I have learned so much. And now I find that I'm not happy unless I go to class 3-4 times a week. I'd go every day or twice a day if I could fit it into my schedule! read more

After watching a few episodes of Walking Dead (a TV show about survival against zombies) I realized I was not in any forms or shapes to fight against them to save my own kids and loved ones...not to mention running fast or walking a long distance....as I am a working-from-home-mom who sits in front of computer all day long, 24/7. I don't even go to a grocery store. (Who got time for that???) 1. Then....one of my awesome mommy friends told me about this kickboxing class she was taking...and she was 4 months pregnant at that time....yet looking so amazing, slim, strong and happy! I was like 'hmm....I'm sure I can keep up with her pace and bet I will beat her in sit ups when she is about 8 months pregnant!' Lol 2. When that pregger friend told me it's a 6am class (they have 7 and 8am class, too) and parking is a piece of cake on 5th ave at that time...I was like "Oh YES YES YES!!!" 3. Once I get there Carrie wakes me up. She is like a fun Radio channel host that wakes you up and lifts you up at 6am....or like that tv show "Cheers...everybody knows you by name...." She makes you laugh and smile during workout...and the best part is...I don't have to say a word. (I am an introvert at 6am in the morning.) 4. The class is broken up into 3-4 segments with varieties that I don't get bored....lifting weights, cardio kicking punching and core exercise....and self defense sometimes, which I love. 5. Carrie post some awesome Instagram photos...which I re-post on Facebook ocasionally and all my friends get so impressed how I LOOK so strong and tough. Now they all want to be in my community when Zombie hits... 6. My kids asks me to go on Ninja Warrior...I am like "give me just a little bit of time...kids....just little more time...." read more

I never ever ever ever ever write reviews but this place is rocking my world. After my first class I was in love-the instructor, the staff, the other people in class putting up with my lack of knowledge and then the way I felt so totally sated/worked/amped up afterwards... My second class was more of the same and after my third, today, well I'm obsessed. I cannot recommend this studio more. read more

Carrie and her team are the best! I went looking for a new workout and found so much more at Jukebox! The trainers are great, the members supportive, and the workouts are never ever the same. Carrie will teach you fight technique if you want that (And I do!) but there are other classes to choose from if you want something else. I have so much fun and I always look forward to my next visit. Try it, you will not regret it! read more

If you're looking for an everyday workout that would change you for good, try Rise! I wake up the same time everyday and have energy for the entire day. I also love my fellow Risers. Everyone is low-key and very encouraging. And of course this is all thanks to the mastermind behind Rise, Ms. Carrie. She really cares for her students and meets everyone where they are at. You can't find a better deal in Brooklyn. read more

Rise is a phenomenal place! It's run by Carrie who is one of the most fantastic people I've ever met. She's a highly experienced trainer who pays very close attention to each student and motivates all of us to push ourselves as much as possible. Carrie is very supportive and attentive. She watches over us carefully to make sure that we improve our technique and don't injure ourselves. Carrie is incredibly funny, charming and has boundless energy. Every day with her is a special treat. Her music is fantastic and we're never bored. She motivates us to do our best every day. My daughter and I have been taking Rise classes since the very beginning and we're completely addicted. We work hard and we love it! My daughter is 16 now and she's become a fierce kick boxer. She loves Carrie and when she has to miss some classes because of her finals or too much homework, she gets upset because she misses that great feeling when you take Carrie's classes. Rise classes are highly effective at getting the students into a great shape fairly quickly, depending on the effort each person puts in. Rise has helped me become fitter, stronger and healthier physically and mentally. It's given me more confidence in knowing that I have acquired skills to protect myself, if necessary. It's a truly empowering feeling. I encourage everyone who reads this review to try Carrie's classes. It's a great feeling to start the day by taking a Rise class. You'll love them and will become addicted, just like my daughter and I did. read more