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Stray Dawgs Gym
4.8 ★★★★★ 24 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Hamilton Township, New Jersey
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
- Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule straydawgsgym.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 609-331-9595
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Saturday | 8:30 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | 9 am–1 pm |
The classes they run
“The instructors here truly care about each student’s growth, whether you’re brand new, training as a family, or looking to compete.”
“My kids and I have been a members here since it opened in November and the experience thus far has been great.”
“The ages of the adult members range from high school aged to guys in their 40's.”
“The instructors here truly care about each student’s growth, whether you’re brand new, training as a family, or looking to compete.”
Other martial arts here
“Stray Dawgs has produced multiple medals and wins in Jiu Jitsu, kickboxing and wrestling, and it’s obvious there is a family vibe when you are there.”
“Stray Dawgs has produced multiple medals and wins in Jiu Jitsu, kickboxing and wrestling, and it’s obvious there is a family vibe when you are there.”
“Since my son began the k-3 classes I notice a change in him (in a great way) he found love in MMA!”
“The environment is family friendly and welcoming, but also has a tough, competitive edge for those who want to push themselves—especially with the wrestling program.”
What members say
“All the coaches are not only extremely knowledgeable, but they also make everyone who walks in the door feel welcome like they’re family.”
“The environment is family friendly and welcoming, but also has a tough, competitive edge for those who want to push themselves—especially with the wrestling program.”
“My kids and I very quickly felt like family because of the personalities of Coaches Mike, Ed, and Rob and the other members are quick to welcome in new people.”
“The instructors here truly care about each student’s growth, whether you’re brand new, training as a family, or looking to compete.”
From the reviews
My kids and I have been a members here since it opened in November and the experience thus far has been great. The kids classes, both wrestling and striking, keep the kids active and engaged the entire hour. My kids are in the K-3 classes and the activities are structured appropriately toward age and ability level.
Stray Dawgs is the best martial arts gym around. All the coaches are not only extremely knowledgeable, but they also make everyone who walks in the door feel welcome like they’re family. They know the right balance of how hard to challenge each student to best serve their specific goals.
Stray Dawgs is the place to be! Coaches are amazing very, very knowledgeable! They are truly building strong and confident kids! Since my son began the k-3 classes I notice a change in him (in a great way) he found love in MMA! Thanks to the coaches!
This place has awesome coaches for the kids. I love how they break everything down Barney style so everyone on all levels understand
New to muay thai? Start at Stray Dawgs Gym
Stray Dawgs Gym 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 Stray Dawgs Gym
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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