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CKO Kickboxing Harrison
4.6 ★★★★★ 81 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Harrison, New Jersey
Part of CKO Kickboxing
Affiliated gym — reviews and the gym's own info suggest it belongs to a known kickboxing or boxing-fitness franchise or network (think 9Round, iLoveKickboxing, CKO, TITLE Boxing Club or Jabz). Franchise gyms run a consistent class format and are often a friendly, familiar place to start. If a specific brand matters to you, confirm it on the gym's own site.
Plan your first class
- Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Membership memberships run around $100/mo — many studios also offer class packs, drop-ins, and a discounted first month, so ask about new-member rates
- Beginner-friendly all fitness levels welcome, including total beginners — no experience needed, and you get in shape by training, not before
- Cardio kickboxing classes high-energy cardio kickboxing on the bags and pads — a fun, sweaty workout built for fitness and weight loss, at your own pace
- Kids & teen classes kids and teen kickboxing classes — built around confidence, focus, and fun
- Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule ckoharrison.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 973-554-3000
Hours
| Monday | 5 am–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 5:30 am–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 5:30 am–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 5 am–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 5:30 am–8:30 pm |
| Saturday | 7 am–1:30 pm |
| Sunday | 9:30 am–12 pm |
The classes they run
“The classes are well-structured with great warm-up, technique drills, and intense bag work.”
“After attending my first class, not only was the instructor attentive and helpful especially for beginners, the environment was friendly and welcoming.”
“Whether I’m working one-on-one or in a high-energy class, I always leave feeling stronger, more confident, and inspired to keep pushing myself.”
“All the kickboxing trainers are awesome- each with a different style and the gym also has an amazing functional training boot camp.”
What members say
“As a newcomer to kickboxing (and fitness in general) I was extremely nervous to start my first class.”
“Whether I’m working one-on-one or in a high-energy class, I always leave feeling stronger, more confident, and inspired to keep pushing myself.”
“CKO Harrison is hands down the best workout experience I’ve ever had!”
“We witnessed the remarkable transformation of an empty space into a vibrant, clean, energy-filled, and enthusiastic gym.”
“We witnessed the remarkable transformation of an empty space into a vibrant, clean, energy-filled, and enthusiastic gym.”
“Overall, I highly recommend kickboxing class to anyone looking for a challenging and fun workout that leaves you feeling empowered and accomplished.”
From the reviews
I’ve been training at CKO Kickboxing Harrison for over two years, and I can’t say enough good things about this place. From the very beginning, the energy, professionalism, and support from the entire team have been outstanding. The trainers are knowledgeable, motivating, and genuinely invested in your progress.
As a newcomer to kickboxing (and fitness in general) I was extremely nervous to start my first class. After attending my first class, not only was the instructor attentive and helpful especially for beginners, the environment was friendly and welcoming.
CKO Harrison classes are absolutely amazing! The instructor's energy is contagious and motivating, which helped me push through the challenging workouts. The classes are well-structured with great warm-up, technique drills, and intense bag work. Their music is upbeat, which added to the high energy atmosphere.
Its been 3 months since I joined CKO Harrison and it's been life changing. I love the CKO community, it's variety of sessions and how every class is a different experience. I love how my trainers motivate me to improve myself with each session.
New to kickboxing? Start at CKO Kickboxing Harrison
CKO Kickboxing Harrison comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. If you've never thrown a punch or a kick, that's exactly who a good beginners class is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or coordinated to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale every drill to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable gyms build the basics (stance, footwork, and punches and kicks on pads and bags) first, and any contact eases in gradually under a coach's control. Third, all fitness levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first kickboxing class at CKO Kickboxing Harrison
Nervous about walking into a kickboxing gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling the basics — stance, footwork, and punches and kicks on pads or a heavy bag — not hard sparring. Go at your own pace and rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: comfortable athletic clothes you can move and sweat in, and supportive trainers. What to bring: water, and hand wraps and gloves if you have them — many gyms lend loaner gloves for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gloves and wraps (and shin guards once you start sparring). Sparring is optional and eases in gradually, once your basics are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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