BOX Evanston

Fernando and Iwona are amazing. I never thought i’d actually enjoy boxing classes. The classes are not easy, but they do feel less painful if you attend consistently. After 3 months, my cardiovascular strength has improved tremendously. Fernando will definitely push you, but he’s also not like those personal trainers who grate on your nerves by over-​performing their machismo. Classes are also usually really small (4 – 8) people and it always feels like you’re in a private boxing club. Ditch the chain fitness enterprises and support your local business owner! If you’re a woman prefer to learn boxing with fellow women, Iwona offers such a class every Tuesdays at 9.30 a.m.

Fernando’s boxing class is an incredible workout! But this class is not for the faint of heart. Fernando will push you just beyond what you thought was your limit. If you want to improve core strength and increase energy, this is the class for you.
Fernando is an excellent coach. He’s tough, but he also encourages you… and he is a very funny guy. Try a class today!

Here’s the deal: Most boxing classes will try to kill you, exhaust you, beat you up while the instructor saunters about like Mickey from the Rocky movies.
Fernando is an absolute pro and never relies on smoke and mirrors. It’s a great workout and he will definitely go at your pace. Within a matter of just a few classes, your conditioning will be excellent as well as your form. This is a very inclusive environment; Fernando is flexible and has a great sense of humor as well.
Take this class, learn from the best and go home happy and satisfied!

I took the morning cross-​training classes twice a week last summer and it got me into great shape. I recommend at least trying it out. You won’t regret it!

I’ve been taking boxing classes weekly at Box Evanston for a few months now and have been having a blast. The classes are fun but still give you a killer workout. Fernando is a great trainer and despite all the hard work going on in there, the vibe is always positive and welcoming. It’s also a good mix of men and women in the classes which is cool.
I would highly recommend classes for anyone who is looking to shake up their exercise routine or anyone with even a remote interest in throwing some punches at the heavy bag. It’s a great environment for people who are new to boxing. Give it a try!

I train for triathlons and have been taking one boxing class a week from Fernando for the last year.
He is a very good coach — patient and encouraging, and with a great sense of humor which helps when you are learning something new. The hour goes by very fast, because even though the workout is intense, we do a variety of different activities from jump roping to shadow boxing to bag punching to practicing punch combinations to core exercises.
An hour class provides an excellent workout that combines cardio, strength and coordination.

At the time of writing, Box Evanston offers group boxing classes 3 – 4 times a day (early morning and evening) from Monday through Saturday. A class lasts 50 minutes and starts on the hour, and one can arrive 10 minutes beforehand to change and get ready. Classes have at most 6 people and are mixed gender, though I’ve attended classes which happened to be only women or only men.
Fernando is a friendly, engaging, and motivational instructor. He adjusts the class to the skill level of the participants, and if you need more instruction you can ask him questions after class.
Gloves and hand wraps are provided, though if you prefer you can buy a pair of wraps here for $ 5. Bringing water is highly recommended, but if you forget there’s usually bottled water available.
Each class is a challenging workout aimed at conditioning your entire body. Class is structured as follows:
1) Warm up — jump rope and shadow boxing
Brief water break
2) Punching drills without and with heavy bags
Brief water break
3) Punching drills with Fernando
Brief water break
4) Core exercises
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If you’re looking to change up your exercise routine, I recommend giving Box Evanston a try. You can buy packages for group classes (or private training sessions, if you’re so inclined) and sign up for classes on their website.

I love this gym. This facilities has everything you would need to begin your pursuit on mastering the boxing fundamentals.
Fernando is great. He is an excellent coach, the kind of coach a lot of gyms lack these days. He always works out with people and each person receives great instruction and guidance. A coach can always be a coach, but passionate coach in this sport can be a major dirrerence.
I started few weeks ago as a true beginner and have seen a dramatic increse in my overall fitness as well as my boxing skills.
I highly recommend this gym to anyone looking to start boxing of further their boxing endeavors.
The only downside is … They should start teaching more morning classes. (9:15 am would be perfect)

In my life, I have joined numerous health clubs, worked with personal trainers and worked out on my own. Like many other people I did not stick with these regimens for very long. Motivation, convenience and time all contributed to me quitting the programs. Box Evanston is turning out to be different. Our instructor, Fernando, has a great attitude that keeps students motivated. The drop-​in classes have a mix of students with different levels of skills and fitness and Fernando is able to work with each student at their level. The workouts are a nice mix of circuit training, boxing technique and bag work that keep the workout fun and engaging. The studio is clean, well-​lit and conveniently located a block away from both the El and Metra. There is also a large paid parking lot right next the studio. I work late and have a long commute home, so it’s nice to be able to attend classes held later in the day without having to modify my work schedule. After my first ten sessions, I already see progress in both my form and stamina and I plan to stick with Box Evanston for a long time.

I like to change up my exercise routine and boy was this a change of pace for me! The instructors are really nice and very knowledgeable. BoxEvanston offers other classes like yoga, pilates and Combatfit. I haven’t had a chance to check out the other classes yet, because I absolutely fell in love with the Combatfit class.
Nadya’s class is awesome. It is a fantastic way to get your cardio and core work in for the day. After a long day at work it’s nice let off some steam with by coming here and taking it out on the punching bag! Definitely check this place out if you are looking for something new and fun. :)