Isiah Christie 
Keeping up with your physical health is important at all times of the year, and visiting knowledgeable, inclusive trainers and professionals can help in achieving your fitness goals. From fitness studios to lifestyle centers, there are so many Black-owned fitness businesses serving the community in Hoboken, Jersey City, and beyond. Keep reading for a list of Black-owned fitness businesses in Hoboken, Jersey City, and the rest of Hudson County.
Hoboken
Ken Pilates | 706 Washington Street + 706 Grand Street
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Ken Pilates is known for its neighborly vibe and welcoming ambiance, focusing on pilates, sculpt, and strength training. Created by partners Ken Montes de Oca and Matthew Cunningham, it has grown into one of Hoboken’s premier fitness studios, known for its group classes, private training sessions, and community events.
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Stop Crying Studios | 564 1st Street A
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Stop Crying Studios, founded by Coach Jon P, is a fitness studio that provides boxing classes, circuit training, nutritional guidance, and a place to embrace a workout community. Part of what makes Stop Crying Studios great is that Jon P connects with clients at their level, and it features both personal training and group classes.
Jersey City
The Common Earth Co. | 99 Monticello Avenue
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The Common Earth Co. is a health and wellness lifestyle company that is known for its inclusive weekly yoga sessions on Saturdays + Sundays from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM. It is owned by husband and wife, Tyrone and Lisa Rose.
Cornerstone Pilates | 344 Communipaw Avenue
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Cornerstone Pilates is a community-centered reformer Pilates studio created by Jersey City local Kyra Balan, whose core philosophy with Cornerstone is to “Move with grace, build with strength”. The fitness studio offers four main types of classes: Foundations, Flow, Sculpt, and Jumpboard Fusion.
Four Fitness | 667 Montgomery Street
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Four Fitness was founded by Marcisco Morrison, who was born in Jamaica but moved to Jersey City in 1999. A former DIII college basketball player, Marcisco has worked as a trainer for over 15 years and now provides personal training at Four Fitness. The gym uses functional training methods to engage the body’s four major muscle groups: legs, core, back, and chest.
JCF Bootcamp | Online-Based
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This online-based fitness program was founded by Daris Wilson, a former Division 1 college athlete with over a decade of experience in physical fitness. JCF Bootcamp offers online fitness sessions, nutritional advice, and accountability coaches.
JCFit | 109 Christopher Columbus Drive + 2815 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, 2nd Floor
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JCFit is led by Coach Janine Nicole and offers customized fitness programs. It has two locations: its downtown location is at 109 Christopher Columbus Drive, and its Journal Square location is at 2815 John F. Kennedy Boulevard on the 2nd floor. JCFit features personal + group training, a kids and teens’ program, Oly Club (a specialized Olympic Lifting Program), and Power Hour (a specialized Powerlifting Program).
HG pro tip: Be sure to visit JCFit’s website if you haven’t been before, as newcomers can book a free intro.
MKT Ready | 160 Yale Avenue
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This fitness studio was founded by Kendra Beauford and Yves G and specializes in Pilates, strength training, and social fitness clubs. Fun fact: MKT Ready was voted as the Best Pilates Studio and Best Personal Fitness Trainer in Jersey City by HG readers in 2025.
Bonus
5 Point Zero Fitness | 7000 JFK Boulevard E, Suite M19, Guttenberg
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This boutique fitness studio is known for its one-to-one personal training sessions, individual 60-minute workout sessions, and NORMATEC Recovery Therapy, which is a recovery method for increasing circulation, speeding up lactate clearance, relieving muscle soreness, and increasing mobility. It was founded by Michael McCook.
Level Up Studio | 796 Broadway, Bayonne
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Level Up Studio was founded by personal trainers Helen Perez and Patrick Mingoes, who are dedicated to helping clients achieve their fitness goals and pursue a healthier lifestyle. The studio provides both personal training and group classes. It is also known for the Last Cut challenge, which is a pre-summer 8-week challenge with weekly check-ins, fitness scans, and prizes for the top transformations.
See More: A List of Black-Owned Businesses to Support in Montclair + Bloomfield
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