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North Jersey Muay Thai
4.9 ★★★★★ 85 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Lodi, 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
- 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
- Sparring & clinch sparring and clinch sessions for members ready for controlled contact — always optional and coach-supervised
- Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule northjerseymuaythai.net — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 877-936-6568
Hours
| Monday | 8:45–10:30 am, 4:45–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 4:45–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 8:45–10:30 am, 4:45–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 4:45–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 8:45–10:30 am, 4:45–7:30 pm |
| Saturday | 8:45 am–1:30 pm |
| Sunday | 8:45 am–1:30 pm |
The classes they run
“Kru Ray & Kru Joe have built something special: a community where beginners train alongside coaches and fighters (many of whom are champions).”
“Not nearly as intimidating as sparring or getting punched in the face.”
“Whether you are a beginner looking to learn the basics or an experienced fighter aiming to refine your techniques, the coaches here are dedicated to helping you achieve your goals.”
“Whether you are a beginner looking to learn the basics or an experienced fighter aiming to refine your techniques, the coaches here are dedicated to helping you achieve your goals.”
“I started when I was 13 in the kids program took 2 years off when Covid hit came back in 2023 and picked up right where I left off.”
Other martial arts here
“North Bergen Muay Thai is a top choice for those seeking to enhance their Muay Thai or boxing abilities.”
What members say
“If you want to learn authentic Muay Thai that works great in competitions or are just looking to get into really great shape, this is the place to come to.”
“Kru Ray & Kru Joe have built something special: a community where beginners train alongside coaches and fighters (many of whom are champions).”
“The coaches are professional, humble, and highly skilled; they push your limits while really focusing on the fundamentals of traditional Muay Thai.”
“Whether you are a beginner looking to learn the basics or an experienced fighter aiming to refine your techniques, the coaches here are dedicated to helping you achieve your goals.”
“If you want to learn authentic Muay Thai that works great in competitions or are just looking to get into really great shape, this is the place to come to.”
“Whether you are a beginner looking to learn the basics or an experienced fighter aiming to refine your techniques, the coaches here are dedicated to helping you achieve your goals.”
From the reviews
I walked into the gym at 370 lbs and no martial arts experience. 1 year and 8 months later I lost 120 lbs and became a National Muay Thai Champion. The best community, and the best Muay Thai. Kru Ray & Kru Joe didn’t just help me become a better fighter, they helped me become a better man.
My Muay Thai journey at NJMT, which began almost 11 years ago, has truly been a transformative experience and has shaped me into the woman I am today. There are simply not enough words to describe how much North Jersey Muay Thai, Krus Joe and Ray means to me. It’s a place near and dear to my heart.
Best Muay Thai gym around, life changing experience. After moving back to NJ and looking for a place to train, this place immediately felt like home. Would recommend to anyone with experience or brand new. Coaches are extremely supportive and take time to work with everyone who walks through those doors.
Beyond grateful for NJ Muay Thai. I truly feel like I belong there, And I am so in love with this martial arts sport. I’m excited to see what the future holds for me at this gym. The coaches are authentic in their teaching styles. Overall, it’s a great environment to grow.
New to muay thai? Start at North Jersey Muay Thai
North Jersey Muay Thai 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 North Jersey 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.
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