Strike Studio Alexandria - Boxing GYM
Strike Studio Alexandria - Boxing GYM is a boxing gym located in Alexandria, Delaware. Specializing in Traditional Boxing. Rated 4.8 out of 5 by community members.
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I'm giving this five stars because this gym saved my life in an unexpected way. One evening they made us do body control in order to maneuver people into an unfavourable position. As part of drills. At the time i didn't see the value, but i wouldn't be sitting here writing this review now if it weren't for that drill. Someone tried to assault me when cycling into DC for a date - after my bike collided with theirs and they blamed me. Crew cut, civilian khakis, within half a mile of the pentagon. I stopped like a fool to check whether they were alright. In order to get past the person and back to my bike, I had to get past the person. I recognized from their outfitthey might be packing heat and looking for a lawful reason. I used distance control that i'd learnt from competing elsewhere. They lunged to try and push me into traffic, my muscle memory of body control kicked in. So i was able to pivot around them. I was able to proceed on my bike.
I like the gym but the boxing studio is not good. Went there to try it out with another home girl and both of us got no help at all. One of the coaches was on his phone texting during class which seemed rude. I’m a plus sized female and got no help at all which was messed up cause I noticed the coaches only pay attention to the slim females. The floors are always dirty/ the cubbies to put gym bags are always dusty and gross. That ain’t fair cause I’m here paying too and imma take my money somewhere else where it is actually worth it.
The atmosphere that I can feel in strikestudio is very friendly and inspiring. It invites you to improve yourself and learn more. Coaches are talented and hardworking. But if I have to talk about only one... it's coach Damian, his ability to share knowledge and inspire you with his love for boxing makes his classes addictive despite the fatigue they are generating. How he captures every detail to help you improve physically and mentally, his professionalism, experience and skills make him the best candidate to learn real boxing (old school). The respect and admiration of everyone in the gym towards this coach speaks for itself.
I’ve been wanting to get into boxing for years and finally found a community with this gym. I’ve been going for almost a year and have had wonderful experiences with the coaches I’ve had a chance to work with - Damian, Blue, Marcus, Alan, and Ronnie. They’re pros that know their stuff skills-wise and put you through solid strength/conditioning workouts but are also nice guys that create a safe environment to workout. I bring my visitors/ guests to the studio and they’ve all had wonderful experiences.
I have been boxing & conditioning since UFC, now Strike Studio!! Can I tell you, the BEST!!!! I started out with Damian who is OUTSTANDING!!! Damian highly motivates, great trainer, caring and always willing to push you so that you can meet your goals. Since I’ve been in training class with Damian he always has HIGH ENERGY with a smile and will never fail you. Check out Strike Studio!!!🥊🥊