While boutique boxing is on the rise in the Philadelphia area, there are still a number of old-school boxing gyms that can make any aspiring boxer feel like Rocky, write Samantha Spengler and Cara Heenan for Philadelphia Magazine.

Among the best is Uppercut Gym in Narberth. This second-floor studio that has boxing gloves lining the perimeter was opened 12 years ago by owner and trainer Rodney Rappe.

In addition to the studio, Rappe recently purchased the space below it and opened a whole-body circuit training gym with monthly memberships.

The upper-level studio offers personal training and small group classes.

In the open gym, Rappe teaches people of all ages and all levels of experience.

His specialization is training sessions that combine kickboxing with cardio, mixed martial arts, kettlebell exercises, and TRX. The result is an hour of sweaty and heavy-breathing fun.

Group sessions at the gym are available for men and women, as well as teens and children. There are also co-ed classes that are offered twice a week.

Read more about Uppercut Gym at the Philadelphia Magazine by clicking here.

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