McConnell’s Boxing Academy in Portland, Oregon

“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)”

— Aaron T. · ★★★★★ · 2025-7-25

“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. Iu2019m excited to go back, get into shape, and learn more about boxing.”

— Mitchel J. · ★★★★★

“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 ”

— Hazel V. · ★★★★★ · 2020-8-18

“McConnellu2019s 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.”

— Hsiaolei M. · ★★★★★

“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.”

— Molly · ★★★★★

“Went to this gym for their free cardio boxing class. Iu2019m looking to start fighting and brought a friend whou2019s a certified amateur boxer. This place was like the planet fitness of boxing gyms. Itu2019s 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 donu2019t have a real”

— Simon P. · ★★☆☆☆

“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!”

— Jon B. · ★★★★★

“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.”

— M · ★★★★★