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Commando Krav Maga and Diamond Mixed Martial Arts

4.6 ★★★★★ 109 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Beginners welcome Kids & teens Fitness classes 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
  • Fitness & conditioning muay thai fitness and cardio classes — a serious workout you can do without ever having to spar
  • Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule safestreetdefense.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 267-592-9477

Hours

Monday 4:30–8:30 pm
Tuesday 4:30–8:30 pm
Wednesday 4:30–8:30 pm
Thursday 4:30–8:30 pm
Friday Closed
Saturday 11 am–1 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 Commando Krav Maga and Diamond Mixed Martial Arts, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌱 Beginner Muay Thai 3 mentions

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🧒 Kids Muay Thai 6 mentions

“Good environment for leaning something new, also my kids 5-7 attend classes as well very affordable for the level of attention!”

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🔥 Muay Thai Fitness 2 mentions

“The classes will definitely get you in great shape.”

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🏆 Fight Team 4 mentions

“First and foremost I would like to thank God 4 guiding me and allowing me to follow my dreams of being an MMA fighter and even more to train at Joe Diamond's gym.”

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📘 Fundamentals 2 mentions

“Regular students are proactive in helping newer students with the foundations.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“I joined Diamond MMA to learn self defense, but ended up not only finding an excellent cross training workout, but also a community.”

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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 Commando Krav Maga and Diamond Mixed Martial Arts — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🦵 Kickboxing 2 mentions

“From kids martial arts to adult kickboxing, boxing, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, and Krav Maga.”

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🥊 Boxing 2 mentions

“From kids martial arts to adult kickboxing, boxing, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, and Krav Maga.”

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🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) 2 mentions

“From kids martial arts to adult kickboxing, boxing, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, and Krav Maga.”

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🏟️ MMA 7 mentions

“First and foremost I would like to thank God 4 guiding me and allowing me to follow my dreams of being an MMA fighter and even more to train at Joe Diamond's gym.”

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🛡️ Krav Maga 2 mentions

“I have been training in Krav Maga for a few months before moving and I knew I wanted to keep up with it.”

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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 109 Google reviews — in their own words.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 5 mentions

“) The gym is very welcoming but also challenging; I really appreciate how positive the environment is, the variety of classes available, and the talented staff.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly gym 13 mentions

“) The gym is very welcoming but also challenging; I really appreciate how positive the environment is, the variety of classes available, and the talented staff.”

📘 real technique & fundamentals 5 mentions

“I have been coming here for about seven weeks and have now lost 25 pounds , I've gained lots of confidence, skill, technique, strategies and game plans.”

🔥 killer workout & conditioning 2 mentions

“The classes will definitely get you in great shape.”

🥊 legit sparring & fight team 6 mentions

“First and foremost I would like to thank God 4 guiding me and allowing me to follow my dreams of being an MMA fighter and even more to train at Joe Diamond's gym.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 3 mentions

“I have been coming here for about seven weeks and have now lost 25 pounds , I've gained lots of confidence, skill, technique, strategies and game plans.”

From the reviews

I cannot recommend this gym enough. In my first three months I went from 240 pounds to 205 pounds. Training Martial Arts has given me a confidence that I never had before. Stick with the classes and you will surprise yourself.

★★★★★ — Luke, Jan 2018

A wonderful family environment! From kids martial arts to adult kickboxing, boxing, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, and Krav Maga. The 6 week challenge is such a life changing work out. I would recommend this to anyone!

★★★★★ — Brie, Jun 2018

I’ve been a student here for 7 years- Great gym to learn a wide array of martial arts. Everyone is very friendly and knowledgeable. The owner Joe has real professional fighting experience and a wealth of knowledge. Perfect for those just getting started as well as those that have years of experience.

★★★★★ — Fletcher, Dec 2023

The instructors are extremely patient and communicative. Tony and Nick work extremely well with people of all backgrounds/body types/experience levels, and connect with the students extremely well.

★★★★★ — Brandon, Jun 2021

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New to muay thai? Start at Commando Krav Maga and Diamond Mixed Martial Arts

Commando Krav Maga and Diamond Mixed Martial Arts 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.

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Your first muay thai class at Commando Krav Maga and Diamond 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 Commando Krav Maga and Diamond Mixed Martial Arts

1522 Alter St, Philadelphia, PA19146

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