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KRU Muay Thai & CMMA
5 ★★★★★ 21 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Bergenfield, New Jersey
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
- 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 kru-muaythai.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 201-899-1045
Hours
| Monday | 2–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 2–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 2–9 pm |
| Thursday | 2–9 pm |
| Friday | 4–7:30 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Whether you have previous martial arts experience or brand new, the system is structured in a way for you to adapt towards your personal goals.”
“Even their Future and Junior Bayani programs are excellent, my 5 year old immediately picked up the program and within less than a year got promoted to next module!”
“I would suggest Philippino Kali for kids/teens/adults it is a life skill that is very needed in one's life.”
“If you want to learn filipino martial arts, get fit, learn self defense, discipline and become like Jason Bourne this is the program for you!”
“Ive been learning a lot about fundamentals which have been thoroughly explained as well so I know I’m well taken care of.”
“If you want to learn filipino martial arts, get fit, learn self defense, discipline and become like Jason Bourne this is the program for you!”
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What members say
“Master Ace, the Guros and Lakan Guros are all great instructors, they will make sure that you get better Day 1.”
“If it’s your first time learning martial arts or Kali, it’s a great school to go to.”
“Everybody has friendly and enthusiastic personalities which creates a comfortable environment and still a very hardworking dynamic in the room.”
“Ive been learning a lot about fundamentals which have been thoroughly explained as well so I know I’m well taken care of.”
“Besides learning the fundamentals of martial arts he has become more self discipline and his self esteem has improved.”
From the reviews
A very positive & supportive place to learn. The coaches are very patient and helpful teaching me who has no martial arts experience. I don’t feel intimidated to learn in the classes because even the students help me through the process and would cheer me on.
Master Ace and Master Kris are the most friendly and welcoming masters. All the coaches are great and make you feel welcome too. You’re not just learning martial arts here, you’re learning life lessons too. You’re joining a community full of people who care about each other and respect one another.
This is by far the best martial arts training in the area. The quality of instruction and instructors are second to none! Master Ace, the Guros and Lakan Guros are all great instructors, they will make sure that you get better Day 1. The modules are very easy to digest and learn so you get to it right away.
I started training here recently and I’ve checked out a couple other Muay Thai kickboxing gyms in the past so I have some comparable experiences that make me appreciate this one a lot. I enjoy the positive environment that you walk into as you enter through the doors.
New to muay thai? Start at KRU Muay Thai & CMMA
KRU Muay Thai & CMMA 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.
Your first muay thai class at KRU Muay Thai & CMMA
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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