Shadowbox

Amazing workout! Changing rooms are a bit small but great facilities overall and a fab workout.

I LOVE Shadowbox, it’s a fun, fast paced workout that breaks up the day to day routine. Here’s why it doesn’t get 5 stars though:
— The classes are big, 40 spots available, which is great because it’s easy to get in to a class last minute, what’s not so great is if you’ve never boxed before the instructors give little to no assistance. I’ve done it in the past so I love it, but I took two friends on two separate occasions and because they’d never boxed before they were lost and felt it was a waste of time. So go in with a little knowledge of how to jab, hook, cross and upper cut.
— The room is hot AF, there is no air or ventilation so try and get a bag by the door.
— The locker situation is a disaster. It’s very narrow and everyone is trying to get in at the same time — the class before letting out and the class arriving. There are a few additional lockers in the changing room but that is a whole other disaster.
— It’s A LOT of upper body and core but not a full body workout. You’ll work up a crazy sweat (partial to the workout and partial to the 900 degrees in the room) but I feel if you did this everyday as your exercise you’d get very bulky very quickly.
All in all, I am a big fan, everyone from the front desk to the instructors are amazingly nice and it’s a fun place to be — and when you’re dragging yourself to the gym that counts for a lot. Definitely on my list for 2 – 3 times a week and I highly recommend, if you’ve done any boxing before and liked it, check out Shadowbox. The sign up for classes opens online Mondays at 11AM EST to sign up for that Wednesday through the following Tuesday. Like I said though, with 40 spots in a class you don’t have to worry about getting wait listed. Now go KNOCK ‘EM OUT!

Shadowbox is nothing short of a delicious meal for the mind, body, and soul. I have been going to Shadowbox at least weekly since July 2015 and have never felt better. The motivating trainers, intense workout, adrenaline-​fueling music, pristine facilities, and friendly staff make for 45 minutes that can’t be better spent many other ways. Shadowbox has me feeling stronger, more energetic, and more confident after every class. Now if only I could lift up the building and everyone in it and take it all with me to Chicago this summer (HINT!).

I’ve debated even telling people about this place because it’s already hard to get into Olivia and Jaws’ classes as is… but it’s by far my favorite fitness studio in NYC!

This place is incredible. In all the years of working out I think finally Shadowbox got it all! I took classes with every single instructor already and they all are very different but everyone is very, very good. It is a bit pricey but definitely worth it. The classes are much more challenging than SoulCycle ones so be prepared to sweat even more!

I was a bit weary, and to be honest massively hungover, when I took my first Shadowbox class. First things first, I highly recommend the class. Second of all kids (and adults alike) DO NOT ATTEMPT TO WORKOUT AT SHADOWBOX HUNGOVER. It just doesnt make sense. This class was an ass-​kicking waiting to happen. The instructor delivered.
You sign-​up for the class similar to other workout options online by selecting your 45 minute session. You select your «bag» location in the room and your’e good to go. Arrive a little bit early to help you get ready… Upon entering you will see a «ring» set up and will start to think maybe that last martini wasn’t so smart. To answer that thought, unless you are only having one, that «last» martini might not be a good idea. You will be outfitted with hand wraps and gloves that you must rent (unless you have your own). When you enter the class studio you will find your bag, put on your wraps and pray to God its not as bad as you think. It will be and you should thank yourself that you joined the class.
The class itself is a little bit of everything. Cardio, abs, arms and legs. A true full body crushing. I must say I walked out saying, «That went fast». Which is the ultimate compliment/​statement to make after a tough workout.
I hope this place catches on and people start enjoying it more and more because I know I will when Im in town.

I love group fitness in NYC and have taken tons of classes. This class was definitely a great workout and went by really quickly. However, if you’re new to boxing like me be prepared to be thoroughly confused for the first 20 – 25 minutes of the class. The instructor spends about 20 seconds at the beginning of the class explaining what each move is (jab hook uppercut etc). But… you can barely hear or see him. The room is full of bags hanging from the ceiling, so you can’t see the instructor during the class either. Basically you just hope the person in front of you knows what they’re doing and you just copy them. It’s also a bit scary because boxing with poor form = injury. I am sure my moves were totally off.
If I had known what the heck I was doing and what the moves were I would have given the class 5 stars.

Shadowbox is literally heaven on earth!
I’d been taking Jaws SoulCycle classes for a while when Shadowbox opened. Given the new concept (book your own heavy bag at a boutique group boxing class? What) and the fact that Jaws is da best instructor ever I came to check out a class; have been addicted ever since!
It is definitely a learn as you go workout. On your first class yes, you will die and sweat your butt off, but the more you go and the more you learn the technique, the more benefits you will reap. There is also SO much to learn that you can never get bored; the instructors read the class crowd and adjust the level of difficulty as they go. The «After Dark» sessions last 60 minutes (vs the standard 45) and are usually attended by more «advanced» students which is great if you want to boost the workout even more. On top of difficult and effective, it’s fun AF. You feel like a badass and get to release so much tension and bulls*it when going at it on that bag.
Re: the studio — super clean, amazing staff, juice/​coffee on site. Private ring training available, all the instructors are insame! They really know their technique/​form, give clear instructions, are extremely intense but also fun and super nice. Of course they’re all hot too. Really doesn’t get any better, so much more than just a workout! Currently my favorite hobby

Shadowbix is the top workout faculty for anyone who needs to get in shape or who wants to add something new and exciting to their exercise regimen!!!
First, all the trainers are amazing!!! They are very welcoming and attentive to each client and they help, you to achieve your goals. The owner, Raymond, is one of the most personable and motivating individual I know!!! His staff are equally as supporitve and they push you to the max. As a person who’s leg was shattered by the MTA, I can say first hand that this studio has helped me To feel accomplished in my workout with few modifications!!‘
Run to shadowbox, bring some friends, go solo, but spread the word for this terrific place! I personally want to say thank you to all the great people I have trained with and met here!!! Looking forward to many many more knockouts here!

YES. I am a yogi who goes to hot yoga 6 days a week. I never thought I would endorse another exercise. But I LOVED this!
Spencer shout out to Britney who’s class we were in. She is a perfect intro — tough, fun, but attune to newcomers and explained combos really well!
The music makes you feel so badass and this is the perfect class to people who respond well to a «coach» vibe.
Went with a friend at 9:30 pm Friday for fun and to get some cardio. Class wasn’t full but I heard on weekends it is. The facility is really nice basically picture soul cycle for boxing. They eve. Have hair bands. You go in to your bag with your assigned number. Class starts with just your wraps on with a pretty intense warm up then you start learning combos and out your gloves on. More strength training during breaks from punching. Ends with abs and stretching. My legs are already sore and it’s been 20 min since class ended!
I will say also they were so welcoming at front desk — I felt intimidated first time I tried soul cycle but not here.
I almost took off a star for how expensive it it. But that’s just the kind of place it is. And for that it’s way more worth it than most.
Class $ 34, gloves $ 1, wraps $ 3 (you keep wraps)
Bring water.

Amazing workout! You will sweat your butt off in 45 min (mix of cardio, boxing moves core work and cook down/​stretch). Very clean facility and welcoming front desk staff. Took a class with Brittany — she is a knockout (pun intended). Pushes you but in a supportive way and respectful of first-​timers. Music fuels you through the entire class! Fun and energized.
Café and water onsite to fill now bottles. Glove rental $ 1 (you must purchase $ 3 glove liners but yours to keep). Full shower facilities — also very clean.
Wear sneakers — no bare feet.

UPDATE! I came here yesterday again for the 2^nd time and had a great time. I really enjoyed the workout and learning the various punching moves. I’m glad I gave this a second chance. I learned a lot more combos and variations of punching. I guess you learn as you go. The ONLY downfall was that I could barely make what the instructor was saying. The speaker or mic seems to be really bad. I mostly followed what others were doing. I’m not sure who the instructor I had yesterday was, since I came 3 min late, and it was the free class. She was awesome though! She came around when she saw that I looked confused. I plan on coming back again!

LOVED my class with Jaws this morning. The studio is so well-​appointed and the workout was tough!!! If I lived in NYC this would be in my weekly fitness régime. Come to Newport Beach, PLEASE!

OMG, this placed kicked me and my friend’s asses (but in a good way!). We went to Raymond’s class, and while I wished he would have explained the movements better (especially the footwork), his demeanor pushed everyone to continue with the really difficult portions of class (especially the arm/​leg work). Overall, this place was clean, spacious, nicely decorated, and a good work out. My only gripe is that the class itself is expensive, as is the equipment (overall, almost $ 40 including gloves). I suppose this is similar to other boutique fitnesses classes, but still — the price point is enough to make me only want to go once a month.

I am HONORED to write Shadowbox’s first review, and I’m shocked it’s not up here yet! Went in for my first class today with Jaws and it was so amazing. I have boxed a little before and knew what was coming, but it was so much more than I ever thought it was going to be! The space is pristine, the staff is very friendly, and the workout will kick your ass! I’m a fitness fanatic and this was the hardest workout I’ve done by far, and I will be happily breaking my bank to get back in there.