Hammer Fitness and Boxing

I started taking the boxing group class here at the start of 2018 and I've had nothing but positive experiences since then. Very welcoming to beginners; it can be hard work but you also learn a lot - it doesn't get dull.The facilities are also great. I'd 100% recommend them to anyone who's interested in boxing fitness. More...

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great place to train, all the trainers are vary good!

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Being a complete beginner, I was a bit nervous, but the instruction was incredible. Not only did I feel at ease, but the way my technique was analyzed and improved was impressive. For example, my uppercut felt weak and the suggestion was to just pretend I was doing a dumbbell curl...and whoa! what a difference that small correction made for me. The whole session is full of improvement tips like this. I'm really getting into it and may have a new fitness hobby. More...

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I made an offhand comment to my wife about wanting to know how to throw a proper punch and she surprised me on my birthday with 6 personal boxing session from Johnny at Hammer Fitness.  Being a complete beginner, I was a bit nervous, but the instruction was incredible.  Not only did I feel at ease, but the way my technique was analyzed and improved was impressive.  For example, my uppercut felt weak and the suggestion was to just pretend I was doing a dumbbell curl...and whoa! what a difference that small correction made for me.  I'm really getting into it and may have a new fitness hobby. More...

Reviewed on Yelp

Great customer service, clean and friendly environment, professional trainers and good pricing!

Reviewed on Facebook

I started boxing training with Johnny Higgins 3 weeks ago and I’m already at a major improvement! He doesn’t rush the 1 hour sessions. He takes his time but does put you to extreme work which should want for good cardio and learning different boxing techniques. I recommend Johnny to anyone looking for a boxing training and personal training. More...

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Great gym, been boxing here for 1.5 years. The people make this place...very friendly members and exceptional trainers. Johnny, Robin, and Brian all have unique training styles, but will get your technique, speed, and endurance to the next level.

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Unfortunately we had to leave Johnny when we moved back to Europe. He is the one person the whole family miss equally high! Excellent coach both for my husband and myself - and for our 16 year old son he was incredible. If you would like a fantastic workout, achieve new workout skills and get into shape - it is the place to go! And - if you want to give your kids some fun but hard training, in addition to teach them how to focus and how set and achieve goals - send them to Johnny! More...

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Great facility. Really patient and professional instructors. The lockers are clean and pristine and so far all the folks in my classes are very friendly. I've never not had a great experience here. Highly recommend them for beginner fitness and boxing. More...

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Awesome facility. Fantastic instructors and trainers. I’ve done boxing training and personal fitness training there and loved both. Much better than any of the overcrowded giant gyms with 20 year old “trainers”. Still very reasonably priced for a more private atmosphere and experienced professionals. More...

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The best - Sean, Johnny, and the whole team is excellent and if you want it, they'll help you achieve it. Got a 6-pack for the first time and also got my bench up to 225 thanks to Sean, couldn't have done it without his expertise and guidance! you need to come checkout blockhead! More...

Reviewed on Facebook

Friendly owner (Sean), talented staff (Johnny and Ottu) helping my little guy get interested in boxing without any attitude, intimidation or worries: great facility, amazing rapport and an ease in scheduling, payment and care. Can't wait to see him improve, and for me and my wife to join some group classes as well. Thanks guys ! More...

Reviewed on Facebook

I love this place so much it thought me how to box #Loveit

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Awesome facilities great atmosphere with top of the line equipment and instructors

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I'm 63 and working out has always been a chore for me. Blockhead is one half block from my home and so I have no more excuses for not getting back in shape. I've been working with Sean now for six months and I can feel the difference (and you can see it, too!). Great coaching and great energy from Sean and the Blockhead team. More...

Reviewed on Facebook

This place is great. Sean only hires the most knowledgeable and professional trainers.

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I've been coming to this gym for four years now, and it is the only fitness endeavor that I have stuck with for this long! The instruction is professional, the work out it tough, and the people are friendly. You are not just learning boxing for a work out, but as a skill. If you're invested in learning the sport and want to be held accountable, this is a great gym! More...

Reviewed on Yelp

Great new location. The trainers are fantastic and very supportive. The gym is very nice and gives a great 1 on 1 approach to working out. I have been using the Hammer to get back in shape with some great results! More...

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I’ve been boxing at this gym for close to four years now and I absolutely love it! Johnny is an amazing boxing coach and the community at the gym is second to none. I would highly recommend to anyone looking to not only get a good work out but also learn the skills of boxing. More...

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Staff is awesome and they have a ton of experience and knowledge. They really push u to meet ur goals and help u find ways to maintain them. I LOVE this place!!! Very clean and well maintained equipment. If your serious about making real changes in your lifestyle and body this is definitely the place to go. More...

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Hammer Fitness and Boxing is the place to go for a great workout and to relieve some work week stress. Coach Johnny is amazing! He pushes you, but also ensures that you learn the proper technique for boxing. More...

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Love the boxing classes here! You get a great workout and hang out with some awesome people. Gym has everything you need to get a butt kicking workout. Love Johnny the boxing coach!!!

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New name but same results. I've been working out with Sean Block on and off for 5 years. He’s kept me in shape through 2 pregnancies and he’s currently helping me get back into shape after delivering twins 10 weeks ago. We work at my pace but I still get the motivation throughout my session that I need for the additional push. Their new location is clean, everyone there is friendly, and my favorite part is that it is not overly crowded when I am there for my personal training sessions.
I have the ability to use the gym on my off days which is super convenient.
The boxing lessons look awesome- maybe I will attempt them once I shed more my post baby pounds! More...

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Been attending group boxing lessons with Johnny for ~8 months. Well-balanced between cardio, technique, and strength, overall an intense and satisfying workout guaranteed. Best aspect of this gym is by far the people; very friendly and motivated group, with Johnny leading as a tough and energizing trainer. More...

Reviewed on Yelp

Seriously incredible for a million different reasons. If you are thinking about trying out group or 1:1 boxing training, DO IT! You do not need to be a boxer or have prior boxing experience before you do this! The trainers are professional, knowledgable (these guys are legit boxers), helpful, and just nice people. The gym is organized, clean, and seems to anything and everything you need. I started 1:1 training with Ottu in January of this year, not really knowing what to expect. I went to Title Boxing a bit in college and really enjoyed that form of exercise, but never had any real training or instruction. 5 months later, I can't even believe my progress! Especially from where I started, barely working out, (to be honest) not knowing really how to properly workout. I was never athletic. I've always been tall and lanky, lacking really any muscle mass. Now I actually have muscle tone, I am noticeably more confident, and it is so incredible to see people I haven't seen in awhile and for them to take notice and ask me what I have been doing to look so great. I could go on forever, but in general awesome place... Incredible people who work there... If you want to get in awesome shape and have blast while do so (not to mention feel like a badass for being able to box). More...

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I am a former member, I joined the group boxing and had Johnny as my trainer. I loved it because I appreaciate the small class size, the sincerity of the gym, no trainers posturing or show offing, just down to earth hard workouts. They welcome you to the gym as it were a family. Professional, knowledgeable and resposible. I finished my sessions and decided to have my Son join the kids group boxing class. He loves it and looks forward to going everytime. Its not a hard workout but so worth to outcome. I highly recommend Blockhead Fitness!!!! More...

Reviewed on Yelp

I started going to Blockhead Fitness for their group boxing to try and vary my workouts a bit.  I got exactly what I wanted, a great workout combined with technical boxing instruction.  Johnny is absolutely phenomenal and knows his boxing and how to train folks of all levels.  I only did the Tuesday classes but I hear that they do some sparring on Saturdays.  As far as the facilities go, all the equipment is top notch and things are kept pretty neat.  I plan on going back after a short hiatus and getting back into the swing of things. More...

Reviewed on Yelp

Sean's a great guy and a great trainer. As an owner he cares about his clients a lot and it shows.

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I've been working out at Blockhead on and off for 5 years now...so my review is a little late.  But, I'm 38 weeks pregnant and I can honestly say that I have been MUCH more diligent with my workouts in the last 9 months than I have in my entire life - so I felt compelled to share my success.  I feel great and although I don't feel like it - everyone tells me how small I am and what great shape I am in despite being 2 weeks away from my due date.   I'll take it!  Blockhead is clean, everyone there is friendly, and my favorite part is that it is not overly crowded when I am there for my personal training sessions.  I workout with Sean who has tailored my program all the way thru my pregnancy to make sure that I am not only getting a good workout but also making sure that I do not over doing it.  I have the ability to use the gym on my off days and I can also bring my baby with me once I get back in the swing of things after she is born.  Win win!  They also offer boxing lessons which look awesome- maybe I will attempt them once I shed my post baby pounds! More...

Reviewed on Yelp

Best trainers in Chicago!  I've never seen such great results in how I feel and look.  Will definitely keep up my workouts at Blockhead!

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It had been too long since I was regularly working out and I needed help devising a solid workout program, especially given some injury-related issues I faced.  And so I checked out a few places and signed up at Blockhead about 7 months ago.  I'm very pleased there - the training staff is very competent and professional, and the M.A.T. program is first-rate.   The studio itself is well-equipped, bright and clean, and while everyone there works hard, it's in a pretty friendly and unintimidating atmosphere. And I also really appreciate that, as an active client, I have access to work out on my own at the studio 24/7. More...

Reviewed on Yelp

The trainers at this place, specifically Derrick and Sean are awesome.  They push you hard and you get results.  I have used many trainers and found Sean and Derrick to be the most effective.  I have surpassed my workout goals with these guys!!! Thank you. More...

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I love working out at Blockhead Fitness.  I used to work out at x-sport, and that place was always PACKED and full of people just trying to get noticed by the opposite sex.  Blockhead's trainers are all very good and very effective, but it is great to walk into a gym and feel comfortable. Every employee knows who you are, and you if you go regularly, you get to know some of the other members. It just makes for a real comfortable atmosphere, which is hard to find at a gym.  And for personal training in the city it is VERY reasonably priced! More...

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Simply put, Blockhead Fitness is the #1 reason I have lost nearly 80 lbs in 8 months and now have the tools and motivation to keep it off (and keep losing weight). I have been working with Sean Block since February. Going into Blockhead I was seriously overweight and very out of shape. Sean has not only taught me the proper way to lift weights and perform exercises, but has been extremely supportive of me and my efforts to get healthy. He brings a great sense of humor and a lighthearted atmosphere to our sessions while still giving me a challenging and varied workout. He gives me moral support as well, helping me through times of (inevitable) low motivation, encouraging me to keep on working hard. I am never bored with our workouts, Sean always switches up the exercises. He is knowledgeable about every aspect of the body and has greatly helped me through a couple of injuries. The studio space itself is fantastic: the equipment is new, in top shape and the studio is always clean. The option to be able to come in and use the equipment whenever I want is a huge bonus (especially considering that Blockhead's rates are so reasonable). I have also worked out with a few other trainers at Blockhead and have always had good experiences. Everyone who works there is clearly dedicated to their clients.Walking into Blockhead I had no idea what to expect. I was nervous about beginning a new lifestyle and the thought of training 3 times a week was overwhelming. It took NO time for me to feel at home at Blockhead. I look forward to working out now, and am simply amazed at how much support I have received and the results I have achieved at Blockhead. Working out has become a part of my lifestyle now and I have Sean and Blockhead to thank! More...

Reviewed on Yelp

Throughout the years, I've tried a variety of exercises and strength training to stay in shape - from yoga, to group classes at the gym, to other trainers, etc.  I've found Blockhead Fitness to be the very best, and specifically training with Sean Block.  I've worked out with Sean for over three years and have never felt better!  Each training session we do a total body workout and are continuously trying new exercises to improve my strength and overall fitness level.  Sean is incredibly knowledgeable and will continually challenge you with each workout.  I highly recommend Blockhead Fitness and Sean in particular if you're looking to get into great shape! More...

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I have been working out at Blockhead for 2 years now and have found the staff very knowledgeable. I really dislike the overcrowded gyms and Blockhead doesn't get that way. I have had great results working with the trainers there! More...

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I've worked out with several trainers over many years.  I've found Sean at Blockhead to be the best.  He's accomodating, knowledgeable, and keeps things interesting.  He knows alot about strength and functional training, and is able to get someone in shape, whether for a specific reason or just general conditioning. I've had great results working out with him.  I would highly recommend him. More...

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