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Boxica Studio City
Dubai Production City
Boxica Studio City is a community-focused gym in Dubai Production City built around coached group workouts, including boxing and Ride sessions. Reviews highlight the welcoming atmosphere, energetic music and post-workout cafe drinks such as protein smoothies, making it appealing if you want structured training with a social feel.
Reputation Score
4.9
★★★★★
356 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Class variety
The timetable goes beyond boxing, with well-reviewed Ride, strength, Strongman and HIIT-style sessions for different training preferences.
Beginner-friendly
Newcomers and people returning to exercise say coaches and members encourage them through difficult sessions without making them feel out of place.
Energetic music
Music is a recurring part of the experience, especially in boxing and Ride classes, where it helps keep the sessions lively.
Strong coaching
Reviews praise coaches for making workouts challenging while still explaining movements clearly and warming members up properly before heavy lifting.
Clean facilities
Visitors have specifically noted clean, well-organized facilities, bathrooms and showers.
Cafe stop
The on-site cafe is repeatedly mentioned for coffee, toasties, sandwiches and protein smoothies after training.
Tips for a Better Visit
Ask first. If roads are disrupted, confirm the late-entry policy before setting out; one member was refused after a seven-minute delay despite earlier approval.
Start gently. Boxing can be intense for beginners, so ask for guidance at the start and pace yourself through the first session.
Try Ride. If you are easing back into exercise, Ride classes were described as a high-intensity but friendly way to restart.
Check clothing. Ask about the gym’s shirtless-training policy before visiting if local dress expectations or personal comfort are important to you.
Use the cafe. Leave time after class for the cafe: reviews specifically mention protein smoothies, coffee and a turkey-and-cheese sandwich.
Plan the visit
Practical details
1-2 The Hive Building
Al Hebiah Second - Dubai Studio City, Dubai
| Mon | 5:30 AM – 11:30 AM, 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM |
| Tue | 5:30 AM – 11:30 AM, 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM |
| Wed | 5:30 AM – 11:30 AM, 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM |
| Thu | 5:30 AM – 11:30 AM, 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM |
| Fri | 5:30 AM – 10:30 AM, 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM, 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM |
| Sat | 7:00 AM – 11:30 AM |
| Sun | 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM |
Popular Mentions
Thursday Booty class
The Thursday Booty class is singled out as a favourite among the gym’s varied class schedule.
Protein smoothie
The cafe’s protein smoothie is regularly mentioned as a post-workout recovery drink.
Common Concerns
Late entry
Two reviews report being refused entry after arriving seven minutes late, despite prior reassurance from reception because of road works.
Dress policy
One reviewer was uncomfortable that men may train shirtless and felt the policy should be communicated more clearly in advance.
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The Bottom Line
Boxica Studio City is a coached group-training gym in Dubai Production City, with a strong social identity rather than a standard weights-floor feel. You can book boxing, Ride, strength and HIIT-style sessions; members particularly mention the Strongman class, HIIT Ride and boxing classes as demanding but motivating. The business also advertises a first-timer package of 300 AED for 10 days of unlimited classes, including wraps to keep and glove rental.
The biggest draw is the atmosphere. Reviews describe pumping music, instructors who push people through tough workouts, and members who cheer one another on. Several people who were new, returning to exercise or unsure about classes said they felt included and supported.
The variety also helps: some members focus on strength, while others use Ride or boxing to build consistency. There is a cafe for post-workout coffee, toasties, sandwiches and protein smoothies; the turkey-and-cheese sandwich receives a specific recommendation. Facilities and bathrooms are described as clean, and the showers have had upgraded products.
One practical caution is late entry. Two reviewers say they were refused after arriving a few minutes late because of road works, even after reception had indicated it would be acceptable. Check that policy before travelling, and ask about shirtless training if that could affect your comfort.