★ 5

I joined in march of 2023. by the end of 2023 Coach Molly & her team brought me to the National Olympic Trials placing me #3 Rank in the Nation, and now 2025 as a professional
6-0(3KOs)

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★ 5

Great environment, helpful coaches, and a hard workout. They give you feedback throughout the class which is nice and push you hard without going too far. The environment is comfortable and inclusive which you feel the moment you step through the door. Everyone in the gym seems to really love it there. I’m excited to go back, get into shape, and learn more about boxing.

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★ 5

Jenomi works with my special needs grandson. She does a tremendous job as he is difficult to get to cooperate. She has a very gentle and sweet personality which makes all the difference.

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★ 5

I'm here, how can I get in? I call 201, but it doesn't work..I wanted to watch the training.

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★ 5

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★ 2

Went to this gym for their free cardio boxing class. I’m looking to start fighting and brought a friend who’s a certified amateur boxer. This place was like the planet fitness of boxing gyms. It’s pretty easy to tell the vibe of a gym just by being in there and seeing the coaches. We went to another gym in the same day to drop in and get work in, and immediately it was more focused and serious. They don’t have a real ring either. We called in advance to let them know we’d be about 4 minutes late to the 10:30 class due to a flat tire, and they never responded.

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★ 5

McConnell’s is best-in-class for amateur boxing, technical development, and/or just getting a fun workout. The community at the gym is real and inclusive and has become a second home for the last 2 years. Coach Josh, Jenomi, and Denise are incredible. Molly is as successful as a gym owner as a boxer. Her taste in music could improve ;) but this gym is special.

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★ 5

Best experience EVER! I took my 17 year old son with me and we felt encouraged and challenged at the same time. Molly knows how to bring out the best in people and if I lived in Portland, I would make her gym a consistent part of my life.

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★ 5

I was there for 1 year. It changed my life. Thank you all. Best people I have ever been around. Highly recommend.

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★ 5

Incredible boxing gym. Amazing coaches. Welcoming environment. Great sense of community. Been going regularly for nearly 2 years and have learned a lot. Highly recommended.

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★ 5

This boxing gym is amazing! The atmosphere is friendly and welcoming. The coaches are knowledgeable and very helpful. The cardio boxing class is a butt-kicking workout hitting a heavy bag, then ending with a core workout. I'll never go back to a regular gym again - McConnell's Boxing Academy is a full body torcher that satisfies!

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★ 5

I've been to so many gyms in Portland over the years and this one is by far my favorite. Molly and the other trainers create a community oriented environment for folks of all bodies, cultures, abilities etc. And you also get a phenomenal workout. Being here feels like being with family - who have consented to catching your punches. It's ideal.

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★ 5

McConnell's is a clean and well-maintained boxing gym. It's a welcoming place with an enjoyable atmosphere - the cardio boxing classes are super fun - you almost don't realize you are getting a great workout. There are specialized classes for those who want to work on technique. The "human factor" is the element that makes this a truly unique place. The owner and every staff member are helpful, experienced, and properly qualified. They are dedicated, knowledgable, and can support you in reaching your individual fitness goals if you're willing to put in the time and energy. I've noted there are a couple of 1-star reviews. Reading between the lines, it looks like a couple of dudes that can't handle direct communication from a woman (i.e., the owner - Oregon's only professional female world boxing champion and a darn good human) who doesn't immediately bend to their will and accommodate them. If you're that fragile, boxing is probably not the sport for you.

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★ 1

I wish they highlighted achievements of other trainers here if the light weight champion who’s face is blasted all over the internet as the face of the gym is booked out completely and has been “for over 5 years.” As she says. Because
This is what drew me in cash ready to book 10 hours a week+ Of personal training+, Got offered some other trainers i know nothing about. And can’t find anything about.

I feel like your gym should have each trainer and their achievements listed on your website.
If I knew more about these other trainers maybe i wouldn’t have been apposed to signing up?
Food for thought.
Thank you for the experience regardless.

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★ 5

Amazing staff, it's my first time and they were all very patient and accommodating. Highly recommend this place

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★ 5

I visited Portland for the first time last month, and McConnell's was my favorite part of the trip. Working with Coach Josh over two days gave me a nice range of pointers to work on for my fitness goals, while delivering one heck of a workout.

Truly a gem in the Rose City. Great facility, wonderful people. Thanks for the experience and best wishes from St. Louis!

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★ 5

This is my favorite boxing gym in town. The coaches are friendly, knowledgeable, and welcoming. The classes are dynamic, fun, and a great workout. There is no ego here and this place is for everyone. Would highly recommend.

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★ 5

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★ 5

My 16 year old has been boxing here for about 6 months and he is having a great experience. Coaches are great and the gym is very welcoming.

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★ 5

A wonderful environment to improve your skills!

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★ 5

Best gym! Best coaches and best workout, you get what you put in, with the Joys of doing something you love and growing into someone you love. With opportunity to grow and push yourself to work harder for yourself.

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★ 5

McConnell's Boxing Academy is hand down the cleanest (practicing strict social distancing and health guidelines) and most community-driven gym I have been to. Working out with a world champion as your trainer as well as taking boxing instruction from Molly McConnell is life-changing. You learn discipline and technique from a master and most importantly, she and her staff are supportive of your health endeavors. They are your cheerleaders! Check them out!

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★ 5

I took my first boxing class here and the owner/instructor was so welcoming, I couldn’t have asked for a better first experience! The class was fun and not overwhelming but still very challenging. :)

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★ 5

Legendary!🙏

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★ 5

I lost track of how long I have been a member of McConnell's Boxing Academy. However, it has probably been about 2 years now. The gym never ceases to amaze me. There are so many wonderful things I could say about this favorite boxing gym of mine. More recently, the gym has helped me to achieve my personal fitness and boxing goals. The morning classes have helped me tremendously to strengthen my body, lose weight, tone my body, condition my cardiovascular system, and learn boxing concepts (e.g., combinations). I credit the aforementioned to the amazing coaches. I have been coached by David, Kate, Mel, and Jesse. Every one of these coaches is amazing and very knowledgeable.

In addition to boxing, I am a jiu jitsu practitioner and it is exciting that the morning classes have helped me with my jiu jitsu development. I never imagined that my classes at McConnell's Boxing academy would complement my jiu jitsu training as well. Because of the morning classes, I am stronger at jiu jitsu and I neither run out of breath nor get tired easily. I wanted to achieve this level of fitness for a long time and the morning classes empowered me to reach this goal.

My Mixed Martial Arts training partners, at my jiu jitsu training center, have also complemented me on my boxing, which I attribute to boxing at McConnell's Boxing Academy.

I am so grateful to be part of McConnell's Boxing Academy and I recommend this gym to everyone!

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★ 5

Love this place, great instructors, great music, friendly vibe, reasonably priced.

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★ 5

Got such a great workout there and the staff is super nice

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★ 5

Both my boys (ages 8 and 13) are participating in summer boxing camp. They love it. Molly and Mel are terrific.

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★ 5

Staff is amazing! The environment is super friendly and open to all levels, body types and colors! I felt so comfortable here and you definitely get a good workout! Can’t wait to come again when I move back from Japan! See you all soon!

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★ 5

Great staff and you're sure to get a work out! All fitness and experience levels are welcome and your first class is free so come check it out!

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