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Evolution Fitness

4.8 ★★★★★ 1,060 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Newark, New Jersey

Beginners welcome Kids & teens Cardio kickboxing

Plan your first class

  • 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
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule evofitnj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (973) 732-4343

Hours

Monday 5 AM–11 PM
Tuesday 5 AM–11 PM
Wednesday 5 AM–11 PM
Thursday 5 AM–11 PM
Friday 5 AM–11 PM
Saturday 6 AM–8 PM
Sunday 7 AM–6 PM

Hours shift for holidays and class-schedule changes — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Kickboxing classes on the schedule at Evolution Fitness, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🔥 Cardio Kickboxing 6 mentions

“The HIIT Fat Blaster sessions are no joke—serious calorie burners with awesome trainers who actually care.”

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Kickboxing Bootcamp 4 mentions

“The HIIT Fat Blaster sessions are no joke—serious calorie burners with awesome trainers who actually care.”

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🌱 Beginners

“It’s a great mix of cardio and fun, and perfect for all fitness levels.”

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Other martial arts here

Kickboxing gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at Evolution Fitness — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want muay thai, boxing, or MMA alongside your kickboxing, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 1,060 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, motivating coaching 3 mentions

“Combined with great classes and motivating instructors, this gym stands out as one of the best places to train and stay consistent.”

🎉 fun, high-energy classes 7 mentions

“The energy is upbeat, the staff is super friendly, and the classes—especially Zumba and Step Aerobic HIT—make workouts feel fun instead of stressful.”

💦 killer cardio workout 3 mentions

“There’s nothing better than walking out of class, drenched in sweat, knowing you gave it your all.”

⚖️ great for weight loss 5 mentions

“It’s the perfect workout if you want results and positive energy.”

🧠 builds confidence & relieves stress 4 mentions

“The energy is upbeat, the staff is super friendly, and the classes—especially Zumba and Step Aerobic HIT—make workouts feel fun instead of stressful.”

🤝 friendly, family gym 4 mentions

“The energy is upbeat, the staff is super friendly, and the classes—especially Zumba and Step Aerobic HIT—make workouts feel fun instead of stressful.”

From the reviews

Best gym and trainers ever! I've found this gem of a gym in the beginning of year 2020, in the midst of a harsh winter. Few people were going there at that time. I started to train with Thiagao, Physical Education professor and personal trainer. The results were unbelievable!

★★★★★ — Melissa, Jun 2025

The gym stays clean all day long, even during busy times. Love the class variety and friendly staff. Worth every penny.

★★★★★ — Vince, Feb 2026

Evolution Fitness feels like the kind of place where you actually want to show up. The energy is upbeat, the staff is super friendly, and the classes—especially Zumba and Step Aerobic HIT—make workouts feel fun instead of stressful.

★★★★★ — Darryl, Nov 2025

Evolution Fitness offers more than just a workout – it’s a full experience. The Total Body Conditioning classes are dynamic and keep you moving the entire time. I appreciate the trainers’ attention to form and their ability to make fitness fun. It’s the perfect blend of challenge and motivation.!!

★★★★★ — Aida, Sep 2025

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New to kickboxing? Start at Evolution Fitness

Evolution Fitness 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.

Check beginner classes on their site

Your first kickboxing class at Evolution Fitness

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.

Kickboxing is a contact sport. Warm up, pace yourself, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Evolution Fitness

102 Monroe St, Newark, NJ07105

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