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Black Belt Academy of Prince Frederick

4.9 ★★★★★ 46 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Prince Frederick, Maryland

Beginners welcome Kids & teens

Plan your first class

  • 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 (ages 4–12) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Women's classes dedicated women's muay thai classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule calvertmartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 410-414-7530

Hours

Monday 3–8 pm
Tuesday 3–8 pm
Wednesday 3–8 pm
Thursday 3–8 pm
Friday 3–8 pm
Saturday 8 am–12 pm
Sunday Closed

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 Black Belt Academy of Prince Frederick, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌱 Beginner Muay Thai 2 mentions

“His pricing is more then fair and has a great little studio with lots of different ranges of tools to train at all levels.”

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🧒 Kids Muay Thai 42 mentions

“I also appreciate that when a kid does act up, the behavior is addressed and not swept under the rug.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“The discipline and self confidence, and especially the self defense it teaches has really proved to be an asset for our son.”

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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 Black Belt Academy of Prince Frederick — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🦵 Kickboxing

“As for me, I've also been taking kickboxing classes at the academy, and let me tell you, it's been a blast!”

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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 46 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, authentic coaching 3 mentions

“Great instructors, all are very patient with the kids and encouraging.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly gym 8 mentions

“The flexibility in the schedule allows our family to come any day of the week when our schedule allows, at any time of the week.”

🧒 strong kids program 3 mentions

“My son attends classes here and he absolutely loves it.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 12 mentions

“My shy, 9-year-old bookworm is gaining confidence in his abilities and finding his HIYAH voice with each class, and hopefully will continue to grow as well.”

From the reviews

Master Kyle is an amazingly patient , knowledgeable and friendly person. He is an excellent role model to both adults and children. His experience in martial arts dates back many years and is truly a master at his craft.

★★★★★ — Tommy, Sep 2023

I have to say, Black Belt Academy is amazing! The instructors are just fantastic and the classes are great. I can't recommend it enough! My younger brother has been attending their classes for some time now, and he has truly become a pro at the art of Taekwondo. Classes are something he finds truly enjoyable.

★★★★★ — Amiyah, Apr 2024

I can't say enough wonderful things about Black Belt Academy. Master Kyle is incredible with all the kids. He is extremely patient, knowledgeable, a great teacher, and the kids really look up to him. All the other class helpers are great with kids too. My son has been attending classes for over 2 years.

★★★★★ — Tiffany, Nov 2023

Master Kyle and his team are all phenomenal. Love the flexible schedule they offer to everyone. I appreciate the fact that they not only teach the lessons but they also make it fun for the students to retain. My child definitely looks forward to attending classes and practicing outside of class.

★★★★★ — Lachon, Jan 2024

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New to muay thai? Start at Black Belt Academy of Prince Frederick

Black Belt Academy of Prince Frederick 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.

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Your first muay thai class at Black Belt Academy of Prince Frederick

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 Black Belt Academy of Prince Frederick

285 Merrimac Ct, Prince Frederick, MD20678

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