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Hudson Valley Reviewer
★ 5
Universal Athletics Fitness Center LLC is easily one of the best training environments I’ve ever been in. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The boxing program is top-tier—from the moment you walk in, you can feel the energy, discipline, and motivation in the room. The coaches are not just skilled, they’re patient and genuinely invested in helping you improve, no matter your level. They break things down in a way that makes you feel confident and excited to come back.
The facility is clean, organized, and has everything you need to get in a serious workout. You can tell they take pride in keeping the place running smoothly. The atmosphere is supportive and positive—everyone pushes each other, but it never feels intimidating. It’s the type of gym where you walk out feeling stronger, more focused, and glad you showed up.
Whether you’re trying boxing for the first time or looking to take your training to the next level, this place delivers. Highly recommend for anyone looking for real results, great coaching, and an overall incredible fitness experience
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Felicia Rosa
★ 5
This a great gym, David is super helpful and kind and goes above and beyond to help you reach your goals! Never met anyone so humble and generous like him!!! He cares about everyone. Support him always!
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Krisdaliz Diaz
★ 5
I love it there ! My sons been loving it & learning a lot from them ! They are always respectful and most of all treat my son like their own❤️
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Dirty Money On The Trail #DirtyMoneyOTTsneakers
★ 5
Allen Davis Team USA Powerlifting Squat:800, Bench Press:600, Deadlift:805
Great place for a Strength Athlete to train. This place everything you need to succeed. Workout Plus in Quakertown, Phoenix Fitness sponsored me back in the days when I was competing. Universal Athletics is on the level of Gold's Gym. Powerhouse if you are looking to compete. It's private, it's personal.David Hamilton runs an after school program upstairs at ShowStoppers. Come check it out. Allen Davis,ND,CPT,MT,CSCS owner of The One You,LLC, Creator of DirtyMoneyOTT sneakers, and Author of Dirty Money On The Trail book
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Nathan Vincent
★ 5
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Nolan Berlew
★ 5
Great gym for both performance and strength athletes. This gym has all the equipment needed to develop nearly any athlete. My son works out here as part of the Performance program. The owner Dave and other power lifters give him tips on how to correct his form. We couldn't be happier with the atmosphere and facilities.
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Frank Parker
★ 5
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Batch Family
★ 5
Enrolled our 10 year old son here at Show Stopper Boxing Gym and so far I’m beyond impressed. Everyone is friendly and welcoming, and I mean everyone. And I love the diversity of the type of people here. Young, old, black, white, Hispanic. It’s great. And you can immediately see that they are the real-deal! Also, their prices are great! I cannot wait to see how far my son progresses here.
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J C
★ 5
I started going in July of 2021 and by the end of September I went from 290 to 230. These guys are legit and as long as you work hard in whatever they have you do, along with plenty of conditioning outside of practice and eating right, you’ll lose the weight you want to lose. After a hiatus due to injury, I’m back at it again and have already lost 8 pounds (I’m 247) in one session, even though I’m only doing upper body atm. It’s a good, solid, supportive but rough environment that anyone who’s serious about the sport, will absolutely love. They have everything you need to train. Coach Dave knows what he’s doing.
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Alek Rivera
★ 4
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Tommy Wiseau
★ 2
What use to be a serious lifters gym (quiet, minding your own business, getting a lift in quick) is now flooded with teeny boppers who have a terrible trainer who doesn’t know how to train these kids properly. He allows these kids to lift weights WAY TOO MUCH for them to handle with good form and proper technique. It’s only a matter of time before someone gets hurt. I see members giving these kids better coaching advice than this guy. The age range is 12-17 years old and they are there EVERY DAY. 15-20 kids flood this already tiny gym. They don’t watch where they are going and they leave equipment everywhere. The members are getting sick and tired of this. Adults just wanting to workout after a long day at work now can’t because of these kids. It’s not just Monday-Friday, it’s even Saturday and Sunday so good luck avoiding these kids.I’m just a guy who wants to get in and out asap.
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James Morgan
★ 1
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Jimmy Arce
★ 1
They don't accept silver sneaker program
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David Scott
★ 5
This is a awesome gym the coaches are loving and caring and very knowledgeable and humble at the same time SHOWSTOPPERS BOXING GYM HAS TRAINED NATIONAL CHAMPION THEY HAVE THE NUMBER 1, 11YEAR IN THE COUNTRY. ITS A MUST TO CHECK THEM OUT
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Ibn Quawee
★ 5
SHOW STOPPERS !!!!
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Jose Lopez
★ 5
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Christopher Diaz
★ 5
Coach Dave welcomed me in open arms with a gym tour. His professionalism and character for boxing really helped me see the sport and art as a whole. His communication to his students and his new members makes you feel a part of the family and they take their training very seriously. I enjoyed the tour and will be joining very soon once I’m cleared. Let’s go Boxing 🥊 2nd Floor
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Dark Odjnn
★ 1
They continued charging me for months after I canceled my membership.
(edit) I have no reason to lie and am not looking for anything more from this business other then to share the singular issue I faced there. I have full proof of both the wrongful charges and the partial refund I received. personally I find the gym itself to be very nice. but this level of unprofessional behavior and willingness to lie and contort situations is a bit off.
In short definitely try this gym out if your looking for an out of the way private kind of gym in a time when most gyms are closed do to lockdown but be very careful with your account info.
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Ashleigh Strange
★ 5
I've used the upstairs boxing gym. Great experience and everyone is so helpful to new folks wanting to join the sport.
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Cosme Gonzalez
★ 5
Amazing gym. Coach Bixler is the man. This place is perfect for strength athletes. They have pretty much every piece of strongman, powerlifting equipment there is.
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Leon Jenkins
★ 5
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Xavier Ramos
★ 5
Probably not a place to ask questions but is there wrestling mats there?
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Cleveland Harding
★ 5
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Victor V
★ 5
Awesome equipment. Dave is legitimately one of the most knowledgeable trainers in the world.
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Troy Brokenshire
★ 5
I'm not sure what Mitchell Douglas is talking about. I've been a client of Dave's for 2 years, 4 months and I intend on staying a client for many years to come. And, I have seen the same people over and over the whole time I've been there. This is the longest I've EVER stayed at a gym and it's all because of Dave. I have enjoyed working with Dave tremendously and consider him a good friend. I am amazed daily at how strong I am now, compared to before I started, and at how great I look. When I toured the gym with Dave back in 2016 I said I wanted to lose 20 pounds. He asked, "do you want to lose weight or do you want to look good?" I wanted to look good. And, boy howdy, do I! And, I'm still the same weight. It's just that now it's muscle weight and not fat.
Aside from the training, the gym is unique and well equipped. You're not going to find Fat Bells, or body tempering, or a strongman room at any other gym in the area. Not to mention the help and advice with diet and nutrition he provides his training clients.
I would, have and will continue to recommend Universal Athletics and Dave to my friend's and family.
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Loko Viejo
★ 4
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C K
★ 5
A great gym if you want to achieve your fitness goals. Dave takes a genuine interest in helping you through diet plans and challenging workouts. It may not look nor behave like your typical box gym but the results you'll get make up for first impressions. I will not miss the 20 lbs I've lost since starting with Dave but I will definitely miss Dave and his gym. Thank you!
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RJ Peralta
★ 4
A real no frills gym with all of the equipment and none of the idiots that do bicep curls in the squat rack.
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Christina S
★ 5
Not ur hoity toity gym. All American great place to workout.
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Paluch
★ 5
Definitely found a home in Universal Athletics. Very welcoming and VERY hardcore. This is the place to be if you want to get in shape, learn about your body and lifting, or want to train to compete. All angles are covered....great job UA!
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Kennedy Agos
★ 5
Coming from LA Fitness this gym is a breath of fresh air. I've searched long and hard for a real lifting gym and I've finally found my home. The minute I walked in I was greeted by other members who were so welcoming and warm....big they might have been....but some of the nicest people I've met at any gym here in the valley. I'm glad that I no longer have to watch grown men taking selfies for their IG accounts while I'm sweating with the iron. This is a serious gym for those serious about their workout. Definitely a no bullshit kinda gym.
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dan vince
★ 5
To most this is a hole in the wall gym. It's not your typical gym like your franchise gym. It doesn't smell like mothers house when you walk in. However out of all the gyms I have been to I must say this is the only gym where everyone here is treated like family. They push you till your limits are broken then pick you up. They never let you down. You don't have to reach your goals alone, because at this gym everyone is here for purpose and reason beyond that of a beach body and bikini season. This has become my home away from home, and everyone here is treated like family. Welcome to Universal Athletics. Thank you David Barth for having such a place..
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Brianna Smith
★ 5
I currently Train at Universal Athletics and Dave is my trainer. I thought I would never say it but I love going to the gym now! The staff is great and always willing to help out. Dave worked with my work schedule and prepared diet plans to achieve my goals. I also love the fact that it is open 24 hours and can go right in whenever I feel like it on my own time. If you're looking for a comfortable, hard working, and positive outgoing gym, Universal athletics is the place! :)
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James Mcdonald
★ 5
Awesome gym with a great atmosphere, everyone wants to see each other succeed in their goals.
The personal training offered here is second to none and if you want to see results this is the place you want to be in!
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Steven Werley
★ 5
Gym has amazing equipment, and is taken care of very well by the owner Dave. If you ever want a personal trainer and are serious about working out Dave is the best. Increased my lifts tremendously just on form alone. His techniques are phenomenal.
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