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Square Circle® New York
4.9 ★★★★★ 89 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in New York, 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
- 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
- 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 squarecirclenewyork.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 212-964-9800
Hours
| Monday | 3–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 3–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 3–9 pm |
| Thursday | 12–9 pm |
| Friday | 11 am–8 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am–1:30 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Whether you're a beginner or have years of experience or even just want to get a solid work out, this is the place to go.”
“The teachers do a great job of catering to the children, while still teaching discipline and technique.”
“The classes you come and take is absolutely a great workout if you come just for losing weight, getting back in shape, or just trying out a new workout this is a must.”
“Between the fundamentals training, conditioning, advanced drilling and later on (friendly) sparring there are so many ways to improve and learn and I absolutely love it.”
“It is better for people who are interested in training to fight or for those interested in learning clinch-work (which is excellent for self-defense).”
“The gym is a family type environment where the people who are just taking classes for fitness are treated with the same friendliness that the fighters are.”
“It is better for people who are interested in training to fight or for those interested in learning clinch-work (which is excellent for self-defense).”
Other martial arts here
“It has both bjj and Muay Thai which is great, the class is more technique focused than those general kickboxing fitness classes.”
“I've been to other Muay Thai / Jiu Jitsu gyms but this one is much more traditional with great leadership and the highlight of my day is going to train here.”
“They have various items for sale and even parter from time to time with EastCoast MMa shop for promotions.”
What members say
“All the coaches are great and super knowledgable, but we particularly benefitted from Kru Rob's expertise.”
“There was a mix of levels, from folks currently competing to newer athletes, but everyone was super welcoming and eager to help / learn from one another.”
“Between the fundamentals training, conditioning, advanced drilling and later on (friendly) sparring there are so many ways to improve and learn and I absolutely love it.”
“Between the fundamentals training, conditioning, advanced drilling and later on (friendly) sparring there are so many ways to improve and learn and I absolutely love it.”
“Between the fundamentals training, conditioning, advanced drilling and later on (friendly) sparring there are so many ways to improve and learn and I absolutely love it.”
“Between the fundamentals training, conditioning, advanced drilling and later on (friendly) sparring there are so many ways to improve and learn and I absolutely love it.”
From the reviews
Amazing gym that offers authentic Muay Thai and BJJ. This is a first tier choice for people who are both beginners and experienced. Extremely clean and very professional. Classes here are fun and engaging, while also being safe! Kru Rob and the staff put their student's first and make sure everyone's needs are met.
I like that the gym is spotless clean, and has a nice cozy vibe. It has both bjj and Muay Thai which is great, the class is more technique focused than those general kickboxing fitness classes. good for learning some actual skills for self defense or pure interest. Class is small and supportive, has a nice family vibe.
If you want to learn some cool new skills and meet some great people, this is the place. I’ve been attending courses here for about six months and am already feeling the change. I am much better than I was to begin with and continue to improve. It is far better than riding a stationary bike staring at a wall.
Been in this gym since of October 2016 and I’m glad I join this gym. Prior to having Muay Thai experience already coming here has made my technique a lot better. With just fixing minor errors like my fighting stance or throwing a hook the coaches are willing to help you improve!
New to muay thai? Start at Square Circle® New York
Square Circle® New York 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 Square Circle® New York
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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