Kickboxing studio 9round blames landlord, “fetid odors” for Uptown closure

Uptown Kickboxing Studio Sues Landlord Over “Fetid Odors” and Leaks

A gym can be a smelly place. But an Uptown kickboxing studio that closed last fall says the “fetid odors” within it weren’t from sweat — but rather the fault of its landlord.

9Round, a gym chain with locations across North America and internationally, filed a lawsuit last month against New York-based Maxx Properties, alleging that the landlord’s mismanagement of the premises led to significant business losses.

The lawsuit claims that the premises at 310 E. 17th Ave. in Denver were plagued with leaks, fetid odors, and heating and cooling issues, ultimately leading to the closure of the kickboxing studio.

9Round alleges that Maxx’s actions constituted a “constructive eviction,” forcing the tenant to leave the property due to the landlord’s behavior.

The gym chain is seeking damages and a ruling that its lease was terminated when it moved out in November, relieving 9Round of any further rent obligations.

According to the lawsuit, problems with the premises, including leaks and temperature fluctuations, were first reported in 2023. Despite numerous complaints and documented evidence, the issues were not addressed by the landlord.

Photos attached to the lawsuit reportedly show fecal matter on exercise equipment, highlighting the unsanitary conditions at the studio.

The Denver Department of Public Health & Environment visited the studio in September last year, citing violations related to leaks from a sewer line. The landlord was given 30 days to fix the issue, but the lawsuit alleges that no action was taken.

9Round is represented by attorneys Alex Gunning and Ryan Sugden of Stinson, while Justin Cohen and Bridget DuPey of Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck are representing the landlord.

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