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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
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 |
The classes they run
“Whether you’re a beginner or experienced, the trainers are knowledgeable, patient, and truly dedicated to helping you improve.”
“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.”
“I have great one on one experiences with my personal training sessions with him.”
“Every child and adult should be able to protect themselves (and their family) so self defense is a must.”
Other martial arts here
“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.”
“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.”
What members say
“Coach Eugene is an amazing coach who truly cares about his students and takes the time to help you improve.”
“Whether you’re a beginner or experienced, the trainers are knowledgeable, patient, and truly dedicated to helping you improve.”
“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.”
“I would 100% recommend and i proudly say that this is the best gym out there if you want to learn how to fight!”
“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.”
“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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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