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Martial Strength Training Academy
5 ★★★★★ 27 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Branchburg, New Jersey
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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule martialstrength.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (908) 333-2717
Hours
| Monday | 5:15–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 5–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:15–9 PM |
| Thursday | 5–9 PM |
| Friday | 6–8 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | 8:30 AM–9:30 PM |
The classes they run
“Mike's personal and catered approach allows students ranging from beginners like myself, to advanced practitioners, to train effectively in the same classes.”
“It’s a positive environment for kids and adults with excellent instruction and they operate with integrity and respect!”
“Been taking private lessons with Mike over the last few weeks and can honestly say that he is awesome!”
“At MSTA, you’ll train in a friendly, supportive environment where you can get fit, build confidence, and have fun doing it.”
“We offer classes for all ages and skill levels, taught by highly trained coaches in JKD, Muay Thai, Kali, and Jiu Jitsu, along with practical self-defense programs.”
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“We offer classes for all ages and skill levels, taught by highly trained coaches in JKD, Muay Thai, Kali, and Jiu Jitsu, along with practical self-defense programs.”
What members say
“Martial Strength Training Academy is the best martial arts school around—owned and led by Michael Wohlfert, Guro, Ajarn, Sifu, and all-around amazing coach.”
“Mike's personal and catered approach allows students ranging from beginners like myself, to advanced practitioners, to train effectively in the same classes.”
“MSTA is more than a fitness center, it is a place where you will adopt another family while changing your body physically and mentally.”
“Great place to learn authentic Bruce Lee's Jeet Kune Do as well as Muay Thai, BJJ and get a great workout.”
“At MSTA, you’ll train in a friendly, supportive environment where you can get fit, build confidence, and have fun doing it.”
From the reviews
Excellent school for Martial Arts. Mike's personal and catered approach allows students ranging from beginners like myself, to advanced practitioners, to train effectively in the same classes.
Martial Strength Training Academy is the best martial arts school around—owned and led by Michael Wohlfert, Guro, Ajarn, Sifu, and all-around amazing coach. We offer classes for all ages and skill levels, taught by highly trained coaches in JKD, Muay Thai, Kali, and Jiu Jitsu, along with practical self-defense…
MSTA is a great place to learn martial arts duo to the positive attitude of the instructors, the attention to details and most importantly, the opportunity to let you learn at your own pace whether you’re a beginner or with experience. If schools taught this way, our kids would be geniuses.
Great teaching methods and is always something new that presents itself. There is coach that pushes my limits , he is a special one, this made it a worthwhile investment. The engage learning of airflow definitely changes the way you think.
New to muay thai? Start at Martial Strength Training Academy
Martial Strength Training Academy 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 Martial Strength Training Academy
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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