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Iron Rooster Muay Thai

5 ★★★★★ 53 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Brooklyn, New York

Muay Thai gym Free trial Authentic Thai Kids & teens Fight team

Authentic Thai — reviews and the gym's own info point to coaching rooted in Thailand's muay thai tradition. If lineage matters to you, ask where the coaches trained and about their kru.

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
  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth muay thai classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule instagram.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (646) 801-6318

Hours

Monday 7–8 AM, 5–6 PM, 6:15–7:15 PM, 7:30–8:30 PM
Tuesday 7–8 AM, 5–6 PM, 6:15–7:15 PM, 7:30–8:30 PM
Wednesday 5–6 PM, 6:15–7:15 PM, 7:30–8:30 PM
Thursday 7–8 AM, 5–6 PM, 6:15–7:15 PM, 7:30–8:30 PM
Friday 7–8 AM
Saturday Closed
Sunday 11 AM–12:15 PM, 12:30–2 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 Iron Rooster Muay Thai, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🤼 Clinch 2 mentions

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🏆 Fight Team 8 mentions

“Whether you’re looking to compete in Muay Thai or just become good at self defense while getting a great workout, this is the place to come; this place is the real deal 💯.”

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📘 Fundamentals 6 mentions

“All i had was curiosity and the coaches here have done an amazing job helping me build the foundation and progress at the right time.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“Whether you’re looking to compete in Muay Thai or just become good at self defense while getting a great workout, this is the place to come; this place is the real deal 💯.”

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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 Iron Rooster Muay Thai — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🏟️ MMA

“If your looking to be a fighter or just learn real authentic Muay Thai and mma this is the place to go to .”

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🎽 Karate

“If you're looking for a karate kid training montage experience, this is the gym to give you that.”

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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 53 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, authentic coaching 10 mentions

“The coaches are knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely invested in helping every student improve — whether you’re brand‑new or already experienced.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 10 mentions

“I am a newbie and Kru Esteban and everyone else who trains here are very welcoming, respectful and helpful; it feels like family.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly gym 17 mentions

“I feel like coming here ive really found a little family that actually cares about me and my growth and not just my monthly dues.”

📘 real technique & fundamentals 8 mentions

“Kru Estaban is a great teacher in that he knows when to correct you and help you focus on technique and when to push you to just grind.”

🥊 legit sparring & fight team 13 mentions

“Whether you’re looking to compete in Muay Thai or just become good at self defense while getting a great workout, this is the place to come; this place is the real deal 💯.”

🇹🇭 authentic Thai roots 6 mentions

“I trained here for the week and not only was the training real deal traditional Muay Thai, everyone was extremely help as well.”

From the reviews

I've been training at Iron Rooster Muay Thai for about a year and a half now. I wish I could give Kru Esteban and his gym six stars. The atmosphere is great and everyone is treated the same whether you're a pro fighter or you're just casually trying to learn Muay Thai. He really cares about his students.

★★★★★ — Doug, Sep 2022

Awesome gym. My technique and fighter IQ improved significantly after just one class at Iron Rooster. Kru Maisonet is a very effective coach. It is a very welcoming environment but demanding enough to provide a fun challenge for anyone looking to improve their life.

★★★★★ — Romulo, Nov 2022

(Kru means Teacher in Thai) This place is a legit Muay Thai place. Kru Steven is a great teacher and coach- he really cultivates a nice environment for learning to happen, at whatever level that you're coming in.

★★★★★ — Simon, Mar 2021

I have been training at Ironrooster Muay Thai for 6 years now and I must say that this gym is such a gem. Kru Esteban really cares about his students and His extra coaching staff are friendly and very knowledgeable. Both Esteban and his staff take the time to teach you traditional Muay Thai.

★★★★★ — Daniel, Apr 2022

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Your first muay thai class at Iron Rooster Muay Thai

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 Iron Rooster Muay Thai

36 Waverly Ave Rm 309, Brooklyn, NY11205

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