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CKO Kickboxing Cedar Grove

4.2 ★★★★☆ 68 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Cedar Grove, New Jersey

Part of CKO Kickboxing

Muay Thai gym Free trial Beginners welcome Private lessons Fitness classes

Energetic gym with kickboxing bags offering group fitness classes geared toward weight loss.

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
  • 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
  • Fitness & conditioning muay thai fitness and cardio classes — a serious workout you can do without ever having to spar
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule ckokickboxing.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 973-507-9106

Hours

Monday 5:30–11 am, 4:30–8:30 pm
Tuesday 9–11 am, 4:30–8:30 pm
Wednesday 5:30–11 am, 4:30–8:30 pm
Thursday 9–11 am, 4:30–8:30 pm
Friday 5:30–11 am, 4–7 pm
Saturday 8 am–12 pm
Sunday 8 am–12 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 CKO Kickboxing Cedar Grove, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🔥 Muay Thai Fitness 3 mentions

“CKO became my happy place, everyone is so nice, the place is clean and really cute and more importantly all trainers always giving us a fun and great workout, never disappoint!”

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🌱 Beginner Muay Thai

“The instructors name was Candace and she took me aside and showed me a few of the moves and assured me that as a first timer I would be fine.”

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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 CKO Kickboxing Cedar Grove — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🦵 Kickboxing 4 mentions

“I’m not sure how to describe how that feels but I can say it’s more than kickboxing and cardio.”

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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 68 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, authentic coaching 3 mentions

“I can say I’m addicted and don’t know what I would do without these classes and the amazing instructors here.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly gym 10 mentions

“The exceptional quality of the coaches, coupled with the welcoming and amicable nature of the members, has made my visits to CKO a consistently enjoyable part of my routine.”

📘 real technique & fundamentals 3 mentions

“As someone who was a former multi-sport athlete, I wanted something that wasn’t routine like the typical gym workouts I was forced to partake in.”

🔥 killer workout & conditioning 9 mentions

“CKO became my happy place, everyone is so nice, the place is clean and really cute and more importantly all trainers always giving us a fun and great workout, never disappoint!”

🧼 clean, well-equipped gym 6 mentions

“CKO became my happy place, everyone is so nice, the place is clean and really cute and more importantly all trainers always giving us a fun and great workout, never disappoint!”

💵 good value / fair pricing 4 mentions

“This is a great workout, I bought a groupon deal for unlimited classes and it was so worth it.”

From the reviews

I began working out at CKO Clifton in December. I had been a member of a previous gym years prior and really wanted to get back into CKO because it had always felt like a complete workout for me.

★★★★★ — Amanda, Feb 2022

CKO is an amazing place . I joined Oct 2022. I love the new staff . And the manager. Matt is one of my favorite teachers . He is a great instructor. He takes his time with you . And he tries his best to learn everyone’s name. Which makes you feel good. I also love Jasmine ,Manal, Lisa , and Becky.

★★★★★ — Quiana, Sep 2023

I've been coming to CKO for over a year and since day one, I was immediately welcomed to the family. With constant attendance mixed with the great classes that they offer, I've lost a total of 30 pounds - and it's staying off! Even during COVID times, they take great care of cleaning the place.

★★★★☆ — Jasmine, Oct 2020

This is a great workout, I bought a groupon deal for unlimited classes and it was so worth it. The instructors and staff are very friendly and guide you through the process. I cant wait to go back!

★★★★★ — Birma, Jun 2020

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New to muay thai? Start at CKO Kickboxing Cedar Grove

CKO Kickboxing Cedar Grove comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. 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 CKO Kickboxing Cedar Grove

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 CKO Kickboxing Cedar Grove

416 Pompton Ave, Cedar Grove, NJ07009

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