Boxing, MMA Striking & Fitness Training
Make fitness fun and learn self defense too!
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Let me ask you...
  • Do you wanna turn your fitness into fun?
  • How about learn self defense at the same time?
  • And meet some great people while you're at it?
Instead of thinking about going to the gym and running endless miles on a treadmill, why not make fitness fun by incorporating self-defense? Whether you want to become a professional boxer or simply want to improve your athletic abilities, our MMA gym is right for you. Our classes offer upbeat workouts that challenge different muscle groups and keep your body guessing as you create a leaner physique. Get started today.
HBO commentator Larry Merchant and trainer owner of Checkmates Boxing Darren 'Checkmate' Maciunski
Bernard Hopkins' Sparing Partner...
After hundreds of rounds sparring with the likes of Bernard Hopkins, I've got some things I can teach you about protecting yourself in and out of the ring.
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Remembering Dad

My father was a golden glove Champion and if it were not for him I would not have had the life I have, I will see him in heaven at the end when it's all over. Thank you dad, for taking me to a gym which changed my life, love you and miss you.


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Darren Maciunski

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If You Want To Be a Champ,
Train With a Champ
Hours of Operation:
Monday-Friday 6PM-8PM
Saturday-Sunday 11AM-1PM
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Darren "Checkmate" Maciunski's Cell
(732) 300-4080

About Us

Gain the confidence you need in and out of the ring with the help of our professional boxing trainer at Checkmates Boxing and MMA Striking Skills. Visit our MMA gym in Toms River, New Jersey, for a variety of cardio, self-defense, and fitness classes.

Owner Darren 'Checkmate' Maciunski became a professional boxer when he was 19 and fought 28 professional fights at 30 years of age. He was a former International Boxing Counsel (IBC) champion. Today he trains anyone from pro to amateur boxers and those who are new to the sport through group and personal classes.
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Checkmates Boxing and MMA Striking Skills is dedicated to Darren's father, who taught him how to throw punches and live life to the fullest on the inside and outside of the ring. Darren's best friend and father passed away on June 16, 2000.
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Thank you for your interest. Please reach out with questions or comments using the information below. We look forward to hearing from you.


Phone

(732) 300-4080


Hours of Operation

Monday - Friday: 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Saturday, Sunday: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.


Customer Contact Hours

One-On-One Sessions Available By Appointment


Address

1861 Hooper Ave

Toms River, NJ 08753



Service Area

New Jersey

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