Stormborn Strength & Fitness Reviews

Ana Diaz 2026.03.10

     

Coach John has changed my life. I’m doing things I never thought I’d be capable of doing. He has an amazing way of keeping you motivated, pushes you beyond your comfort zone and also makes it fun. My son also takes class there. It’s a family friendly gym. I highly recommend Stormborn Strength.

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susan castranuovo 2025.12.10

     

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Gerard C 2025.08.26

     

This place has everything you could want in a boutique gym environment. John is amazing and constantly offers individualized feedback and adjustments so that you're getting the most out of every workout. Highly recommend this place for beginners and pros alike!

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Michael Shea 2025.07.25

     

My daughter joined Stormborn Fitness and John became her personal trainer. Aside from the physical benefits , i saw tremendous growth in her confidence and positivity. I firmly believe that it was the influence and discipline instilled by John that helped my daughter in a big way. Subsequently , she started writing to colleges for acceptance and wound up with a great package to a very good school. John helped develop her at a crucial time in her life. I am very thankful that we found this gem right here in Howard Beach. It’s alot more than a gym !!!

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Reply from Stormborn Strength & Fitness 2025.07.25

Thank you Michael

Jennifer Donaruma 2024.10.09

     

My daughter has gone to John at Strormborn and now my son goes to both John and Maria .They are great . John is very good with sports performance as both my kids are in sports. Maria at Fogarty boxing is definitely the best boxing trainer out there she is awesome with children as well as the adults. We appreciate you Maria thank you. Thank you Jennifer Donaruma

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Alexa Quinonez 2024.10.07

     

Shout out to my kids coach Maria ! At the Fogarty Boxing club Thank you for your dedication commitment and knowledge my kids love boxing with you ❤️ I highly recommend ! This is a great place to learn how to box and get in shape 💪🏼

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Michal Dillon 2024.10.05

     

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I started at Stormborn in Howard Beach two months ago, and I am beyond impressed! The customer service here is exceptional, and each coach is dedicated to making sure everyone reaches their full potential. I was hesitant at first because of the pricing, but after two months of training, I can honestly say it’s worth every penny. The strength and transformation I’ve seen in my body are unbelievable, and it’s all thanks to the coaches’ attention and dedication. Coach Maria is incredible! If you’re interested in boxing 🥊, you have to check out her class — she’ll get you hooked! Her passion for the sport is contagious, and her teaching style makes you fall in love with boxing. 🥊 I’ve also had the pleasure of training with Coach Billy and Coach John, and they are both amazing. They push you to go beyond your limits and achieve more than you thought possible. Their encouragement and expertise make every workout a challenge and a reward. If you’re looking to transform your body and work with coaches who genuinely care about your progress, Stormborn is the place to be! I couldn’t be happier with my decision to join this community.

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Reply from Stormborn Strength & Fitness 2024.10.05

Thank you Dillon, It’s a pleasure having you as part of our community
Keep it up

Lisa Plunkett 2024.10.05

     

We have been bringing our Grandson Johnny to the boxing classes at Stormborn Strength Gym. He has been training with Coach Maria who is an amazing trainer with these kids. He looks forward to going to the classes and has been learning a lot. His confidence is getting better every day. I definitely recommend this boxing class for your child. Thank you Coach Maria for seeing Johnnys potential in boxing.

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chyenne velez 2024.10.05

     

I have been participating in Maria’s boxing classes since March once a week, and I have amazing results. I am so confident in myself and my abilities to defend myself. I would even consider taking boxing more seriously. If anyone is looking for a full body workout method and also learn how to defend yourself. I love seeing maria once a week it has become something I look forward to every week. I am also very proud of how far I have come in my techniques she made me feel super comfortable as a beginner and continues to push me. Thank you!!

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Amber odea 2024.10.04

     

My son attends the boxing program there with Coach Mariah. I’ve seen an improvement in his self-esteem and he enjoys going to every class. It’s definitely a great program even if you don’t plan on being a professional boxer gives a great outlet to work on self-esteem and build friendships in the process Coach Mariah is truly gifted when it comes to working with children.

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Alfonso Londono 2024.10.04

     

I definitely recommend Coach Maria at Fogarty Boxing Club! Her commitment and motivation make her a great role model for kids and adults! She gives excellent insight and advice and is always approachable! Not to mention how effective her style and method are!

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Rachel L. 2024.10.04

     

Coach Maria and the Fogarty Boxing Club are exceptional! Maria’s knowledge, leadership and passion shows every session and I could not be happier to send my children to her boxing club. We look forward to learning more and more from her every week. HIGHLY recommend!

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J 2024.08.15

     

Went to Stormborm for months for personal training for my daughter for volleyball strength training. John is an awesome and great personal trainer. Knowledgeable, fun and knows how to get you into shape with the proper form. Will recommend this place to everyone. If you want honest, real results, definitely go to this place. We love John and will definitely return!

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Reply from Stormborn Strength & Fitness 2024.08.15

Thank you so much, I am so proud of the results
Best of luck this season

Karolina Oswald 2023.07.24

     

Today marks a month since I decided to step out of my comfort zone and join Stormborn Strength. One of the best decisions in my life and the only regret is not finding the mental strength in me to start sooner. I belong to a local gym for years, but it never made me feel as comfortable as this place. I feel welcomed by everyone who attends this gym, and the atmosphere is always positive. Our coach is knowledgeable and always ensures that each movement is correct to avoid any injuries. Members and coacher are encouraging and approachable. I hesitated to try CrossFit because of some life’s traumas that resulted in anxiety but so far these workouts are slowly beginning to heal what I thought I will never get over. Thank you Stormborn Strength!

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Reply from Stormborn Strength & Fitness 2024.08.15

We love having you as a part of our community
Thank you so much

Vivian DeShields 2023.07.20

     

John is a fantastic personal trainer. My son needed to prepare for high school football tryouts, so I brought him to Stormborn Strength & Fitness, where John designed a safe and effective strength training program for him. His new skills and techniques will make him a force to be reckoned with on the field and an asset to his teammates. Thank you for making a difference in my son's life and contributing to his growth and development, John! We appreciate you!!

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Reply from Stormborn Strength & Fitness 2024.08.15

Thank you so much Vivian

Louis Piazza 2023.06.28

     

I have had my 4 children training a with John Mcguire for at least 5 years now. Not only is he a complete gentleman but an unquestionable professional. All of my kids, 3 of which are girls, play highly competitive sports in college now at Division 1 and Division 2 levels. I have been through many instructors over the years but nothing has ever come close to level of training and the education that we have received here. I can honestly say that the work my kids have done at Stormborn played a tremendous roll in their development. I could not recommend this place enough.

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Reply from Stormborn Strength & Fitness 2024.08.15

Thank you so much Lou

tiffani spinelli 2023.06.28

     

I have taken my daughter and many teenage athletes to dozens of trainers over the years. NOTHING compares to the John and his customized training. He is professional yet has a great personality that young athletes looking to get to the next level love. I have also gone myself for personal training and can say the same. He will push and motivate you to crush your goals. His training and program directly impacts performance and endurance. What I love most about the training here is if you put the work in with John you see RESULTS.

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Reply from Stormborn Strength & Fitness 2024.08.15

Thank you so much Tiffani

giacomo colarullo 2023.06.26

     

You'd be crazy not to do this. It's hard but inspirational. Everyone is a team and you instantly make friends at the very least. At the most you even get incredibly fit. Was 230, I'm 195 now and still dropping.

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Fen K 2023.02.03

     

I started at this gym as a complete beginner- I didn't even know how to load a barbell! We all start somewhere!! John and his team are very observant and thorough - they are always making sure we are performing the exercises with proper technique. Each workout can be tailored to your needs - John will come up with a modification for your current state so that you can keep moving and get a workout in. John and the community at Stormborn strength are always supportive and friendly. Throughout my years here, John has helped me gain knowledge about fitness to become physically and mentally stronger, and transformed my mindset.

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Shana Benoit 2023.02.02

     

This is an outstanding establishment not just a gym but a place which gives you a sense of community and purpose. John the owner/fitness coach promotes an overall healthy lifestyle by providing workouts suitable for all. Whether you prefer personal training or small group classes you won’t ever feel like a random person working out at a generic gym. You’ll also have the option to join a book club and make new found friends. Stormborn Strength is life changing & will always be part of my journey of health for a stronger, better me!

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