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Hard Knocks Muay Thai & Mma

5 ★★★★★ 25 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Everett, Massachusetts

Muay Thai gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons Fitness classes Fight team

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
  • 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
  • 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 hardknockseverett.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (617) 304-9574

Hours

Monday 5:30–8:30 PM
Tuesday 6:30–8:30 PM
Wednesday 5:30–8:30 PM
Thursday 6:30–8:30 PM
Friday 5:30–8:30 PM
Saturday 9–10:30 AM
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 Hard Knocks Muay Thai & Mma, 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 looking to compete, Hard Knocks Everett has something for you.”

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🧒 Kids Muay Thai 4 mentions

“great workouts for the entire family, my kids love it, great instructors, Highly Recommended!”

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👤 Private Lessons

“Started out by being Coach Rob’s client for personal training, entered into a charity boxing fight and pop in as often as I can for Muay Thai classes over the last 2.”

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🔥 Muay Thai Fitness 3 mentions

“Whether you’re training seriously or just trying to get in great shape, this is the place to be.”

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🏆 Fight Team

“Whether you’re a beginner or looking to compete, Hard Knocks Everett has something for you.”

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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 Hard Knocks Muay Thai & Mma — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🥊 Boxing

“Started out by being Coach Rob’s client for personal training, entered into a charity boxing fight and pop in as often as I can for Muay Thai classes over the last 2.”

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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 25 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, authentic coaching 6 mentions

“The coaches are knowledgeable, motivating, and genuinely care about helping you improve, no matter your skill level.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 4 mentions

“The atmosphere is welcoming but still pushes you to work hard, and the facility is always clean and well maintained.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly gym 3 mentions

“The atmosphere is welcoming but still pushes you to work hard, and the facility is always clean and well maintained.”

🔥 killer workout & conditioning 3 mentions

“Whether you’re training seriously or just trying to get in great shape, this is the place to be.”

🧒 strong kids program 2 mentions

“great workouts for the entire family, my kids love it, great instructors, Highly Recommended!”

🥊 legit sparring & fight team 2 mentions

“Started out by being Coach Rob’s client for personal training, entered into a charity boxing fight and pop in as often as I can for Muay Thai classes over the last 2.”

From the reviews

Today my first legitimate workout in years, it was great! Was kind of intimidating walking in because I know how out of shape I am but thankfully I was given constant reassurance and was able to work at my pace. I definitely recommend this gym. Great for beginners or folks like me thatve slacked off for a few years

★★★★★ — Amanda, Jul 2021

Awesome Gym! great workouts for the entire family, my kids love it, great instructors, Highly Recommended!

★★★★★ — Alonso, May 2021

Best workout ever. Dedicated coaches and a great team atmosphere. Highly recommend.

★★★★★ — James, Mar 2020

Best Muay Thai gym in the region. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to compete, Hard Knocks Everett has something for you. I came in with very limited knowledge and everyone was very welcoming and helpful.

★★★★★ — Idris, Jun 2026

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New to muay thai? Start at Hard Knocks Muay Thai & Mma

Hard Knocks Muay Thai & Mma 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 Hard Knocks Muay Thai & Mma

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 Hard Knocks Muay Thai & Mma

167 Bow St, Everett, MA02149

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