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Kings Combat Williamsburg
4.8 ★★★★★ 38 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Brooklyn, New York
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
- 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 kingscombatwillyb.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (347) 292-9307
Hours
| Monday | 4–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM–1:30 PM, 4:30–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 4–9 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM–1:30 PM, 4:30–9 PM |
| Friday | 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 9:30 AM–2:30 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–2 PM |
The classes they run
“Whether you are a new student with no experience, or a seasoned athlete, Coach Danny and Coach Maggie can take you to the next level!”
“Muay Thai is a great workout to improve your cardio, strength, and flexibility.”
“It's also very realistic for self defense and it's a lot of fun!”
Other martial arts here
“Everyone’s super cool here, coaching is top notch for everything, and as a Nogi guy specifically these days I must give Jon Calestine his due praise!”
“Trained here for 2 years after transferring from a different MMA gym.”
What members say
“Some of the best instruction I have ever received so many important details in the instruction that it was like a seminar in a regular class setting.”
“Whether you are a new student with no experience, or a seasoned athlete, Coach Danny and Coach Maggie can take you to the next level!”
“Jon's an absolutely world-class instructor and the vibes are extremely welcoming and inclusive.”
“Super high level techniques and tough training!”
“Muay Thai is a great workout to improve your cardio, strength, and flexibility.”
“Great authentic Muay Thai gym, definitely one of the best in the NYC.”
From the reviews
Trained here for 2 years after transferring from a different MMA gym. This place is soooo special. The people, the coaches, the training partners. Unlike anywhere else I’ve ever trained. I am moving and going to miss it so much — especially my crew in the basement! #CalestineCartel forever.
This gym is in a great location in Brooklyn and very convienently close to the train. Its super clean and has showers. The workout is intense and perfect for fitness ans weightloss. The coaches are also really nice and helpful to guide you every step of the way.
Best place in the city to learn BJJ and Muay Thai! The academy has everything you need and Jon Calestine is an international level Jiu-Jitsu coach. Not every gym has people flying from all over the world to take a lesson - but this is one of them!
Great authentic Muay Thai gym, definitely one of the best in the NYC. The coaches are very knowledgeable, who've fought professionally, and also trained in Thailand. The gym is very clean, spacious, has several heavy bags, kettlebells, and a weight lifting section.
New to muay thai? Start at Kings Combat Williamsburg
Kings Combat Williamsburg 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 Kings Combat Williamsburg
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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