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AMA Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Muay Thai

5 ★★★★★ 158 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Cedar Knolls, New Jersey

Muay Thai gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Fight team

Plan your first class

  • Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
  • Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth muay thai classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
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  • Website & schedule amafightclub2.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 973-877-8294

Hours

Monday 11 am–8 pm
Tuesday 11 am–8 pm
Wednesday 11 am–8 pm
Thursday 11 am–8 pm
Friday 11 am–8 pm
Saturday 9 am–1 pm
Sunday 9–10 am

Hours shift for holidays, seminars, and open-gym times — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Muay thai classes on the schedule at AMA Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Muay Thai, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌱 Beginner Muay Thai 8 mentions

“Your experience may differ depending on your partner but everyone is very friendly and open to helping you out if its your first time.”

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🧒 Kids Muay Thai 5 mentions

“The kids program is great and the coaches are the best!”

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🥊 Sparring

“Now, I spar, jump rope for 10 minutes no problem, and do sets of 20 pushups.”

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🏆 Fight Team 2 mentions

“This school has a place for everyone, whether you're a seasoned competitor/fighter or just the average person looking for an excellent work out while developing a new skill.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“So if you wanna have a workout, learn self defence,make awesome friends, and have a ton of fun, this BJJ & Muay Thai school is the place to be.”

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Other martial arts here

Muay thai gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at AMA Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Muay Thai — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) 15 mentions

“I've been training at AMA Fight Club for BJJ and martial arts classes, and I couldn't be happier with my experience.”

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🏟️ MMA 3 mentions

“One of the trainers its currently world champion on MMA!”

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🎽 Karate

“AMA has the BEST children’s karate program around!”

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🤸 Wrestling

“He even offered a few sessions of Muay Thai and wrestling.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want BJJ, boxing, or MMA alongside muay thai, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 158 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, authentic coaching 3 mentions

“Coach Spider is very knowledgeable Instructor and very friendly.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 11 mentions

“Your experience may differ depending on your partner but everyone is very friendly and open to helping you out if its your first time.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly gym 16 mentions

“AMA is family friendly too, offering a great deal for families- which I’ve taken advantage of by introducing my little brother to BJJ and my father to Muay Thai.”

🔥 killer workout & conditioning 2 mentions

“The AMA Fight Club has tremendous trainers to get you in the best shape of your life!”

🥊 legit sparring & fight team 11 mentions

“This school has a place for everyone, whether you're a seasoned competitor/fighter or just the average person looking for an excellent work out while developing a new skill.”

🧼 clean, well-equipped gym 6 mentions

“Without naming names, it is by far cleaner and larger than the other New Jersey BJJ gyms I've trained at.”

From the reviews

I just gotta tell ya about this super cool BJJ & Muay Thai martial arts school I found in Morristown! It’s like a big adventure playground where you get to learn awesome moves and make lots of new friends! First off, the coaches there are so professional . They’re so nice and patient, and they really know their stuff.

★★★★★ — Anisa, Feb 2024

Best introduction to BJJ I could've asked for from a school. I stopped attending because I'm moving back west, but am absolutely hooked on BJJ. AMA is serious about teaching the craft and mindset of BJJ, while being super approachable for all (as long as you're willing to show up and put in the work!).

★★★★★ — Peter, Jun 2022

I was a member at the previous location which was already great. This new facility, however, is simply amazing. Without naming names, it is by far cleaner and larger than the other New Jersey BJJ gyms I've trained at.

★★★★★ — Martin, Mar 2022

I’ve trained at AMA Fight Club for over 2 years now. I bet it’s the top martial arts school in the Morristown area. It has helped me develop great Muay Thai technique, physical strength and endurance, and connections with others in the classes.

★★★★★ — Rebekah, Feb 2024

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New to muay thai? Start at AMA Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Muay Thai

AMA Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Muay Thai comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. If you've never thrown a punch or a kick, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale the conditioning to you. Second, you won't be thrown into sparring — reputable gyms build fundamentals (stance, footwork, and the basic strikes of the "art of eight limbs") for weeks before any contact, and sparring stays optional. Third, all levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.

Check beginner classes on their site

Your first muay thai class at AMA Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Muay Thai

Nervous about walking into a muay thai gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling the basics on pads and bags — not fighting. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: shorts or athletic wear and a t-shirt; you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and hand wraps if you have them — many gyms lend gloves for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gloves, wraps, a mouthguard, and shin guards. Sparring is optional and comes later, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.

Muay thai is a contact sport. Ease in, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find AMA Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Muay Thai

8 E Frederick Pl, Cedar Knolls, NJ07927

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