Work Train Fight

I’ve been hitting various forms of boxing gyms for years. This is by far one of the BEST. They have great space, quality equipment, and excellent instructors.
The instructors actually train and motivate you, and have been remarkably consistent for the entire year I’ve been a member of this gym. This is a rarity, as most places have a revolving door when it comes to staff.
As far as HIIT style training goes, this place has nailed it. If you join and are consistent, your results will be all the proof you need.

This gym is one of the best gyms in NYC. All of the trainers are incredibly knowledgeable and approachable, meaning you can get the corrections and attention you need for real results. The gym itself is clean and the equipment is new and functioning. They offer a few different types and levels of classes, meaning there’s something for everyone. I’ve taken them all – they’re tough, you’ll sweat, and your muscles will thank you (later).
My only advice to new members is to be honest with yourself about how much boxing experience. That means, don’t just jump into an intermediate class and then complain that it’s too fast and you didn’t pick it up, and that somehow that’s the gym’s fault.
The owners, the trainers, the members – this gym is an incredible community of people who are there to push themselves to be better. There are literally thousands of gyms in New York and this is one of the few that really stands out.

If you are in a mood for a great, unforgettable, oh-​i-​will-​be-​sore-​tomorrow workout, do yourself a favor, and check out WTF gym. Excellent trainers, amazing spirit, people that are there to work out, sweat, and dedicate an hour or more to their wellbeing and health. I usually take Alberto’s classes and those kick my butt every single time eventhough I work out on a daily basis. He keeps you on your toes and gives 200% of his energy and passion to the students. Great gym, great spot, good energy. Go check it out!

Work Train Fight is one of THE TOP gyms in this city. Hands down. The trainers are professional and truly motivating. I’ve had the pleasure of getting my ass kicked by most the trainers there and yes, it’s hard but it only inspires YOU to work harder, to dig down and deep and give it more when you feel like you have nothing left to give.
Word of advice to first timers — it’s a boxing gym, it isn’t a Spa. You shouldn’t come to feel all warm and fuzzy inside. You should simply come to work your ass off. Classes max out at certain number and yes, the classes can often fill to capacity especially during after work hours… But truly it’s a testament to the quality of training you receive. (And really — compared to how full the classes can get at the David Barton’s and NY Sports clubs in this city. come on) Pay attention and work hard. Listen to your instructor but remember you aren’t the only one in class. If you need/​want step by step personal directions for everything little thing. Then well — they offer one on one personal training too and maybe that would work better for you.
Have a sense of humor. Don’t take everything so personal. In a world that’s creating a softer generation by pandering to their every little need at the click of button it’s nice to have a place that will tell you shut up, pay attention, work hard, and LISTEN… Try it their way. You just may learn something.
I for one am grateful to have my Work Train Fight community. They inspire to push myself in class, make laugh when it’s over and still come back the next day for more.

Work Train Fight is a high energetic Boxing gym! With EXCEPTIONAL Trainers!
And May I ADD: Professional Trainers that are valued for their unique abilities to teach, direct and inspire those who have a REAL commitment to FUN fitness. The fragile people who critique the undeniable skill sets of WTF trainers– are simply NOT built for the fitness realm and should def focus on developing some mental muscle before stepping foot into a Boxing Gym!
P. S. TORI B
Just a bit of Advice: Speak with Sound Judgment before attempting to disrupt a trainers reputation on Unilocal!Your verbiage is out of context and WEAK.
In addition… Please take note of your place in the food chain and play that card instead :)

I have been twice now. First off the place is PACKED. While the classes are good (but crowded) the last class I took was most concerning. 6:45 PM Wednesday night box class. The teacher was completely rude. I can understand being motivating, but there is a difference between being hard on someone and being just rude. It was a packed class, we didn’t really get to do much boxing. There were a few first timers and some of them you could tell English was not their first language.
When we started moving faster the instructor kept basically saying the following statements when people could not pick up moves fast enough: «what are you asleep?» «can you not listen?» «actually use your eyes» «what have you been doing smoking dope? is that why you’re not getting it»
For first timers, some of these moves aren’t easy, quit insulting people and treating them like crap because they can’t pick something up in their first 15 mins. I understand being hard on people and getting them to work but insinuating learning disabilities and drug use is where I draw the line. Good class for the workout but not sure if I want to come back to listen to people get berated by some instructor who clearly can’t teach properly.

Amazing workout and amazing instructors! I bought the entry level package of kickboxing that included gloves, and ended up buying a package of classes. They’re addicting!
My favorite instructor is Eric — tough but helpful and you’ll get an incredible workout! Their online booking system is very easy, and they’re pretty flexible if you need to make a late cancellation or switch classes.
Highly highly recommend!

I joined Work Train Fight a little over 2 years ago and I’m so happy I decided to try something new back then. I was stuck in a fitness rut and use to just get by putting in minimal effort. Going to the gym, no trainer, basic boring cardio routine. But since joining Work Train Fight, my health and fitness journey was taken to another level. It started with boxing boot-​camps and personal training with Brian Daniels and eventually personal training with the boss himself, Alberto Ortiz. Not only has my body changed but I feel good inside and out. My energy is super high, I feel strong, positive and confident. The enthusiasm for health and fitness from my Work Train Fight fitness family has been life changing. And I’m in better shape at age 37 then I was at 27! Also all the trainers at Work Train Fight are amazing! Love them all especially Kate, Donovan and Rob!

Work Train Fight is one of the of the best gyms you’ll find anywhere. Whether you want boxing or general strength /​conditioning, WTF has the best trainers around. They all come with a non-​judgmental, tough love attitude, give intense workouts, and have a great sense of humor. The Box Work /​Box Group classes are small enough to get individual attention, and always have enough variety to keep you mentally and physically challenged — and there’s also the awesome lights and music to keep you motivated. If you can survive classes here, you can go anywhere else and pretty much kick some ass.
Bonus points for the towel service and the incredible cleanliness of the gym!

This is an awesome Gym, honestly the only workout I’ve ever done where I have seen very noticeable results (regarding toning and strength) The Box classes are awesome, the schedule is in perfect harmony with my work — So I go right after work for a 6:45 class. The different trainers always switch up the moves, which keep the classes interesting.
I love how its such a boutique gym, that you get familiar with all of the trainers and staff. Also no frills, everyone is here to work, and if the class doesn’t have enough energy during the session the trainers will let you know to step it up– and work harder!
I have been going for a couple of months, and I’ve seen recently that the classes have been getting more full (I’m sure due to the gyms growing popularity) and the classes can get very packed, making it uncomfortable to workout since the back room is rather small. Thats why 4 Stars and not 5.
Other then that, I have o complaints. If you want gum, hairbands, hairspray and girl talk — go to soul cycle (which is great too) but I’m glad I have this bare bone type of «go hard or go home» type of gym to mix things up, has been working so far!

If you want
1. To Sweat
2. A Challenge
3. Punch a bag and box
4. Listen to a great workout playlist
5. Be sore as f**k the next day
buy a boot camp class at Work Train Fight.
I loved it! My first impression was literally WTF. How do people train/​workout in this small space? After one small group boot camp class I was sold. People come here to workout, get a good sweat, and out the door you go. No dilly-​dalling in these parts.
FYI — I’ve been to TOO MANY group workout classes in the city, Work Train Fight’s boot camp class is on my top 3 list.
Enjoy! You won’t regret it.

I’ve been taking classes at WTF for about 6 months now through Classpass. The box work classes are still challenging for me and I work out most days of the week. Lots of plyometrics, some boxing and a good mix of cardio. The work fight classes are even more challenging with a ton of cardio. The box group class is also really great and focuses on technique a little bit more– but still a lot of cardio. I’ve worked out at tons of studios in the city and this is still one of my favorites. Some instructors are better than others (like most gyms) and I think that Alberto’s classes are by far the most challenging and the best.
Also, the guys that work at the studio and teach the classes are really nice and helpful.

I bought a package of three classes and gloves for $ 47 with my boyfriend. The trainers here are great and the classes are a lot of fun. The first session we went to was their Box Work class. Since we are beginners, it was a little bit challenging keeping up with the combinations. The second class we signed up for — Box Group — was a bit more introductory and I would recommend taking that first if you are new to boxing. Box Group felt more like strength and conditioning, going over the boxing fundamentals, while Box Work had more endurance/​stamina training.
I would DEFINITELY recommend bringing your own wraps and gloves. My package was supposed to come with gloves, but their shipment has been delayed. In the meantime, I’ve been using their rentals and they smell so bad!

Work Train Fight is one of the best gyms I’ve ever experienced. I thought I had some boxing technique before starting to train here, but WTF’s trainers take it to the next level. It’s the real deal. As far as boot camp and strength training, the changes I’ve seen in myself over the last 8 months have been eye opening. The workouts are intense but addicting; I keep coming back for more and love when I feel I’ve made progress from the previous week.
If you train here consistently (emphasis on *consistently*), you will get stronger, leaner, and look way better naked. WTF are you waiting for? I only wish I had started training here years ago!

Work Train Fight is amazing. The moment you walk into the gym, whether you are a regular or new, they will make you feel welcomed instead of feeling intimidated. All of the trainers here are super friendly and they really care about your well being. They aren’t just there to drill you, they are there to help you make the most out of your workout, and they will connect with you on a personal level too.
Alberto, the owner of the gym is incredible. He seems tough and really pushes you to the max, but he does it for your own good. Alberto, and another trainer, Tafari, aren’t there to just run classes, they talk to you and break down what you need to do to make yourself better. They’re both very encouraging and make you want to be there; this also goes for all the trainers here at Work Train Fight.

LOVE Melissa, Kate, and Donovan. They have patience with new students. Made me want to go back. Private training is great is you want to learn serious form.
I was sucked in with the $ 99 per month deal (just classes) back in early 2014. Then in matter of 6 months the rate went up to $ 249 — way too expensive for me even if they throw in the open access of gym. I purchased the 20 pack which lasted 6 months, more affordable if you go 1−2X a week. Boxing is a high impact activity and very hard on the body. Overall, a good place to go to to start martial arts; now I am seeking Muay Thai training.

Best boxing gym in NYC!
Why? Because you feel welcomed the second you walk through the door, you get a killer workout whether you are taking a class or one-​on-​one training, and you leave feeling accomplished and stronger than ever before.
There is a unique community feel when you walk in the door that immediately makes you feel welcome, whether it is your first time or you’ve been coming for years. The classes are challenging, and the instructors are encouraging you the whole way through. All of the instructors are great, but a special shoutout goes to Eric and Alberto — for always mixing it up and finding new ways to almost kill me (in a good way)!
Also, if you are looking for one-​on-​one instruction (boxing or general fitness), there is a whole crew of fantastic trainers to choose from.
Please, go check out WTF — you won’t be disappointed!

Definitely one of my favorite exercise studios in NYC. I’ve only done group classes here and every time I finish feeling super pumped and loving it.
WTF is very welcoming to newbies, so don’t be intimidated by the number of regulars that are here. I used a new member promo that gave me free gloves and wraps, which was awesome. Feel free to ask the trainer to wrap your hands at the beginning of class (I still don’t know how to do this properly…).
I’ve done Box Work and Work classes with Rob and Alberto (who is the founder). Both classes and teachers were great, but I prefer Box Work because you’ll get a chance to use gloves and punch bags. Teachers here just exude authority, so there is no complaining in WTF! You just do whatever they say and get a fantastic workout.
You can see that they really keep the facility clean here. There are four showers in the women’s locker room with ample shampoo/​conditioner/​body wash and towels provided. The only inconvenient thing is that the bathroom is located outside the studio.

Disclaimer: Please wear your own gloves and wraps when coming here. You can borrow from the gym but goddamn do those things smell. I imagine that smell to equate to something like a rancid dead animal that has been laying under your porch for about a month in a humid climate. Now picture that smell all over your hands. Now further picture that lingering for the entire rest of your day despite several hand washes and a manicure. Ugh.
I had a good workout though. Did it in the group class but I am not sure it was for me. I am competitive but maybe it is just that I am a lover and not a fighter. Could also be that I went right after thanksgiving and was fighting a hangover more than the bag. Maybe I will go back and change my opinion soon but sticking with 3-​star for now. Our instructor was great and really made you work hard. That is why I am going to say OK. If the instructor sucked this review would have been pretty bad.

Starting on my 3^rd year at this gym.
Differences from your normal gym:
* the floor is for trainers or classes only, not open for general usage
* instructors vary in their structure of classes, but every single one will kick your ass
* if you’re a member, you can leave your gloves & wraps in the back room. but there isn’t locker space besides to use during class.
If you don’t like being yelled at or you don’t know what a burpee is, maybe consider something else. If you’ve done an ironman, even you will be challenged here!!!
NOTE: if you’re a newbie/groupon/classpass/whatever…welcome…but PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE show up early enough to get your wraps put on etc vs delay class!