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Brooklyn Strong Gym - Muay Thai - Judo - Self Defense - Mixed Martial Arts

5 ★★★★★ 61 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Brooklyn, New York

Muay Thai gym Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons Fight team

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 — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Private lessons private, one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
  • Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule brooklynstrongym.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (929) 249-8237

Hours

Monday 7 AM–1 PM, 4–9:30 PM
Tuesday 7 AM–1:30 PM, 4–9:30 PM
Wednesday 7 AM–1:30 PM, 4–9:30 PM
Thursday 7 AM–1 PM, 4–9:30 PM
Friday 7 AM–1 PM, 4–9:30 PM
Saturday 8 AM–3 PM
Sunday 8 AM–2 PM

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 Brooklyn Strong Gym - Muay Thai - Judo - Self Defense - Mixed Martial Arts, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌱 Beginner Muay Thai 2 mentions

“Whether you’re a beginner or experienced, the trainers are knowledgeable, patient, and truly dedicated to helping you improve.”

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🧒 Kids Muay Thai 10 mentions

“He provides both kids classes and adult classes for a very good and reasonable price, he also has a very good front desk which will answer any question that you have.”

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👤 Private Lessons 2 mentions

“I have great one on one experiences with my personal training sessions with him.”

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🏆 Fight Team

“Being USA champion he also so far unbeatable fighter.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 4 mentions

“Every child and adult should be able to protect themselves (and their family) so self defense is a must.”

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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 Brooklyn Strong Gym - Muay Thai - Judo - Self Defense - Mixed Martial Arts — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🦵 Kickboxing 3 mentions

“My daughter started there a few years ago to learn how to defend herself, now she is in love with kick boxing and is on a whole new level.”

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🥊 Boxing

“My daughter started there a few years ago to learn how to defend herself, now she is in love with kick boxing and is on a whole new level.”

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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 61 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, authentic coaching 7 mentions

“Coach Eugene is an amazing coach who truly cares about his students and takes the time to help you improve.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 5 mentions

“Whether you’re a beginner or experienced, the trainers are knowledgeable, patient, and truly dedicated to helping you improve.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly gym 11 mentions

“Secondly, they are friendly staff and most importantly, they are licensed trainers who are current martial arts champions and own various belts in their categories.”

🥊 legit sparring & fight team 3 mentions

“I would 100% recommend and i proudly say that this is the best gym out there if you want to learn how to fight!”

🇹🇭 authentic Thai roots 2 mentions

“Muay thai is a traditional martial art that is very effective, and Brooklyn Strong Gym teaches every aspect of it that you have to know.”

🧼 clean, well-equipped gym 5 mentions

“Great gym and environment with dedicated coaches, friendly people, and overall great learning experience and way to stay fit and healthy.”

From the reviews

When I first came to Brooklyn Strong Gym, I realized for myself that there was no point in looking for other gyms. Firstly, this gym is freshly renovated, clean, spacious, equipped with modern sports equipment.

★★★★★ — N, Sep 2023

Brooklyn Strong is hands down the best gym for learning self-defense! Whether you’re a beginner or experienced, the trainers are knowledgeable, patient, and truly dedicated to helping you improve. They offer excellent classes for both children and adults, making it a great place for the whole family to train.

★★★★★ — Daniil, Mar 2025

I would 100% recommend and i proudly say that this is the best gym out there if you want to learn how to fight!! We’ve got the best coach, Eugene who makes class so much fun and is very motivational. He pushes everybody beyond their limits and is very serious with his classes.

★★★★★ — Diana, Sep 2025

Training at Brooklyn Strong has been a game changer! The workouts are motivating, challenging, and never boring. Working with Eugene and Chris has taken my fitness to another level.The trainers are knowledgeable, patient, and truly committed to helping you grow, whether you’re a beginner or experienced.

★★★★★ — Kimmar, Apr 2025

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New to muay thai? Start at Brooklyn Strong Gym - Muay Thai - Judo - Self Defense - Mixed Martial Arts

Brooklyn Strong Gym - Muay Thai - Judo - Self Defense - Mixed Martial Arts 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 Brooklyn Strong Gym - Muay Thai - Judo - Self Defense - Mixed Martial Arts

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 Brooklyn Strong Gym - Muay Thai - Judo - Self Defense - Mixed Martial Arts

1424 Sheepshead Bay Rd, Brooklyn, NY11235

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