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Spyda Muay Thai
4.9 ★★★★★ 136 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Garwood, 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 (ages 4–14) — 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
- 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 spydamuaythaigym.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 908-560-7187
Hours
| Monday | 11 am–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 7 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 11 am–8 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–12 am |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I signed up for a trial class without prior experience in any martial arts, so I was a complete beginner in every sense of the word.”
“They offer classes for beginners, all levels, and even children and juniors, so it’s truly a place for everyone.”
“My teenager joined the Spyda Muay Thai family and was actively engaged in the classes.”
“If you want a great workout, this is the place to come.”
“You’re not just getting a workout you’re learning real Muay Thai with proper fundamentals, conditioning, pad work, and sparring.”
“The trainers (kru) Spyda, Jordan and David, they are not only great fighters but also great coaches, with great experience and energy.”
Other martial arts here
“We’ve tried a few different MMA gyms, and none compare to Spyda Muay Thai.”
What members say
“The trainers (kru) Spyda, Jordan and David, they are not only great fighters but also great coaches, with great experience and energy.”
“I signed up for a trial class without prior experience in any martial arts, so I was a complete beginner in every sense of the word.”
“If you want to learn in a supportive environment that emphasizes engagement, encouragement, and a serious attitude towards improvement this gym is exactly what you’re looking for.”
“You’re not just getting a workout you’re learning real Muay Thai with proper fundamentals, conditioning, pad work, and sparring.”
“You’re not just getting a workout you’re learning real Muay Thai with proper fundamentals, conditioning, pad work, and sparring.”
“The trainers (kru) Spyda, Jordan and David, they are not only great fighters but also great coaches, with great experience and energy.”
From the reviews
I can honestly say Spyda Muay Thai is an amazing program from top to bottom. From day one, they are incredibly welcoming to beginners and make you feel comfortable no matter your experience level. The coaches are knowledgeable, patient, and truly care about helping you improve while building your confidence.
This isn't just a gym, this is a family. A home, to learn the authentic art of Muay Thai. I've been a member for about 2 and a half years and every session I learn something new. The Coaches from Kru Spyda, to Yoga Dave and Jordan will always push you to your limits and make class a fun time.
In the year that I have been with Spyda I am able to say, without a doubt, it has been one hell of an experience. I came in expecting to become disciplined and acquire a new hobby. Not only did I achieve those things, I was also welcomed into a new environment, a new experience, and most importantly, a new family.
I am new to a gym that teaches martial arts. I and others that are new are welcomed. Classes are paced depending on how physicially fit or familiar you are with martial arts. You can come to as many classes as youd like if you pay the monthly or annual fee. There are multiple classes for children, teens, and adults.
New to muay thai? Start at Spyda Muay Thai
Spyda 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 Spyda 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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