State of Fitness Boxing Club
About
State of Fitness Boxing Club in Newark, NJ, is an old-school training facility focused on serious martial arts development. The gym offers instruction in MMA, boxing, and kickboxing, with a coaching staff that includes founder Desmond Boyle, a retired firefighter with roots in Northern Ireland's boxing tradition, along with experienced coaches like Mike Carvajal, Hillary Rodriquez, and Damian Moreno. The space provides all necessary equipment for dedicated training, with classes and trainers available for all skill levels from novice to advanced.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members describe State of Fitness Boxing Club as a serious, old-school training facility where anyone from novice to advanced can train with dedicated professionals. They consistently praise the inclusive atmosphere and diverse community, highlighting founder Desmond Boyle's personal attention and focus on building character alongside athletic skill. Specific coaches like Desmond, Mike, and Lenny De Jesus receive direct acclaim for their teaching abilities, especially with children. Parents report transformative results in their kids' confidence and discipline, with no negative concerns mentioned in the reviews.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (5)
Randy Suarez
a year ago
Very old school looking gym with all the necessary equipment and space to get it done. Don't come here looking to relax or get a tan. This is where one comes to train for real. Not for the faint of heart. But there's also tons of classes and trainers readily available from novice to advanced. Anyone can train! 🥊💪
Wayne Doyle
4 years ago
Impressive variety of gym-goers here spanning all types of cultural backgrounds and skill levels, a clear indication of the level of inclusiveness and dedication of the staff. Des is the real deal, takes time out to chat with everyone, coaching the kids and you can really see his belief in making better humans in here. Not just better athletes, but turning you adolescents into mature, well rounded individuals. More fitness and development Mecca’s such as this needed, and more importantly, folks like Desmond Boyle. Keep up the great work guys. 🙏
Lauren De Lucia
3 years ago
Was blessed to find this gem! The owner is amazing and Lenny De Jesus the hall of fame trainer is better than anyone I have ever trained with! So blessed to become one of their fighters!
Katherine Pagan
3 years ago
All three of my children go to this gym! One of the three was being bullied at school! My child lost complete focus in class. Everyday he felt he had to look behind his back in and out of class. It was a horrible experience! I was driving to my sons school everyday before that bell rang to protect him. His father and I decided to put him in this gym, and it was the greatest accomplishment ever! My son still remains humble, with much discipline. However, he gained so much self confidence! Needless to say, he stood up to his bully and it was GAME OVER! We couldn’t have done it without this amazing gym which teaches self confidence, discipline and how to really use your hands (when needed). My children will remain here and grow with the gym!
Mommabethy
8 years ago
Dedicated professionals who have been working with my two girls and turning them into champs. Desmond, Mike and Mike are smart and know how to teach and talk to kids. I drive far just to attend this ring. This class is pretty full but not over packed with long term students. That just shows how good of a rapport has been built.
Contact
508 73rd St, North Bergen, NJ 07047, USA
scheduleHours
Monday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
groupCoaches & Instructors
Mike Carvajal
Coach
Supports both youth and adult boxers. Known for building confidence while instilling proper technique from the ground up.
Hillary Rodriquez
Coach
Deep experience in strength training and conditioning
Focus is building total-body fitness and mental toughness to support performance at every level.
Desmond Boyle
Founder / Coach
Retired firefighter; Roots in Northern Ireland's boxing tradition
Founder of State of Fitness Boxing Club, a retired North Hudson firefighter. Focuses on discipline, safety, and fundamentals.
Damian Moreno
Coach
Strong background in amateur boxing
Focuses on helping boxers refine their form and movement. Works closely with new fighters building solid fundamentals.