The APJ Boxing Club Experience
We provide training for amateur and professional boxers, as well as fitness training using boxing techniques for those who do not want to compete. We are dedicated to giving the highest standards of physical fitness training and have been the leading boxing / fitness facility in Poughkeepsie, New York since 2011.
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Transform Your Body and Mind
Motivation
Our experienced trainers provide the motivation and guidance you need to push your limits and achieve your fitness goals.
Results Guaranteed
Dominque "Dimes" Crowder is one of our proudest achievements in APJ Boxing Club. Coach Kariym immediately saw something special in Dominique the first day he entered the gym. "He had a desire and determination to learn the sweet science" says coach Kariym owner and lead trainer at APJ Boxing Club
Dominique Crowder has won several tournaments including 2012 Pure Breed, 2014 USA Metro, 2015 New York Tournament, 2016 New York Golden Gloves and 2016 NYABC Champion. We are honored to have given Mr. Crowder the start to his boxing journey. He is currently an undefeated WBA Champion in the Bantam weight division.
Private Lessons
Elevate your game with personalized 1-on-1 coaching at APJ Boxing Club, the fastest way to master the "Sweet Science" at your own pace. Whether you are a beginner building a rock-solid foundation or an experienced athlete sharpening a competitive edge, our private lessons provide the precision focus, elite mitt work, and customized intensity you need to reach your goals. Stop guessing and start growing with flexible training sessions designed specifically for your unique fitness level.
GROUP BOXING
Level up your fitness inside the ring. Group Boxing combines authentic boxing fundamentals—punch combos, footwork, and defense—with high-intensity conditioning. Train alongside peers, push your limits, blow off steam, and build real confidence in a high-energy, supportive team atmosphere. All fitness and experience levels welcome!
BABY BOXING
The Baby Boxing program is an engaging, high-energy class designed specifically for children ages 4 to 7. Set in a safe, fun, and supportive environment, this non-contact class uses interactive games, playful drills, and foundational movement exercises to help young kids develop essential physical and mental skills.
Monthly Open Sparring!
Join us every first Saturday of the month at 9:30 AM for an open sparring showcase welcoming all boxers, gyms, and skill levels. Built on a safe, controlled, and respectful environment, this monthly event delivers quality matchups where youth and amateur fighters can test their skills, gain ring experience, and grow stronger together. Spectator admission is completely free—bring your family and friends to pack the house and support the next generation of champions in and out of the ring.
CLUB X
Club-X is a high-energy kickboxing cardio workout set to the rhythm of contemporary music. Every move—from slips and ducks to powerful punches—is synced directly to the beat. Designed to boost your stamina, spike your heart rate, and shed pounds, Club-X delivers a full-body workout that promotes overall health and wellness.
MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS 6:00 PM
BOXING AND MORE!
ZUMBA
Zumba® Fitness:
Dance, sweat, and smile! This all-cardio class features easy-to-follow dance moves and rhythms from around the world to improve stamina, coordination, and confidence.
TUESDAYS 6:00 PM
Zumba® + Lift:
Enjoy a combination of cardio and strength training! This class pairs upbeat Zumba dance cardio with slow, controlled exercises using dumbbells, exercise mats, and your own bodyweight to strengthen your arms, legs, glutes, and core. While Zumba Fitness is all cardio, Zumba + Lift adds resistance exercises to build strength, muscular endurance, and balance.
THURSDAYS 6:00 PM
BODY SMASH
Torch calories and boost your endurance with Body Smash, a high-intensity, total-body conditioning workout. This fast-paced cardio class uses athletic drills, plyometrics, and functional strength exercises to push your limits—no equipment or martial arts experience required.
SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS 10:00 AM
ADULT HIP-HOP
Burn calories and dance to the beat in Hip Hop Cardio, a high-energy, beginner-friendly fitness class that blends street dance with serious conditioning! Led by instructor Maya—who has performed alongside artists like Cher, Doja Cat, Tyla, and 50 Cent—you'll sweat it out to heavy basslines while building stamina and rhythm through easy grooves, fun choreography, and a refreshing cooldown stretch. No dance experience required—just bring water and good energy!
WEDNESDAYS 7:30 PM
AFRO-CARIB FITNESS
Led by professional dancer, NASM-certified trainer, and former SUNY New Paltz Adjunct Professor Toni Llanos (“Mama T”), this high-energy Afro-Caribbean Fitness & Dance class merges 25+ years of expertise with dynamic African styles and modern Afrobeat grooves. Designed for all levels with no experience required, the class fuses vibrant footwork, rhythmic isolations, powerful conditioning, and intentional breathwork for a transformative, full-body sweat in an uplifting, judgment-free environment!
MONDAYS 7:30 PM
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