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The Martial Arts Laboratory
4.9 ★★★★★ 45 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Princeton, Texas
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
- Drop-ins drop-ins run around $30 — many gyms also offer monthly memberships and a discounted first session, so ask about new-member rates
- 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 3–13) — 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
- 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 themartialartslaboratory.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 214-882-2325
Hours
| Monday | 5–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 5–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 5–9 pm |
| Thursday | 5–9 pm |
| Friday | 5–9 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“They break down complex techniques into easy-to-understand steps, making sure everyone, from beginners to advanced practitioners, gets the attention they need to improve.”
“I've seen tremendous improvement in my sons skills since joining, and I credit that to the personalized approach the instructors take with each student.”
“His teaching method reflects his deep knowledge of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and his one-on-one care for each student reflects his ability to teach and mentor.”
“Whether you are a hobbyist, someone who wants to learn self defense or want to compete, The Martial Arts Lab in Princeton, Texas is the place to be!”
“Whether you are a hobbyist, someone who wants to learn self defense or want to compete, The Martial Arts Lab in Princeton, Texas is the place to be!”
“Whether you're looking to compete, get in shape, or just learn self-defense, this is the place to be.”
Other martial arts here
“His teaching method reflects his deep knowledge of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and his one-on-one care for each student reflects his ability to teach and mentor.”
“Main focus in JiuJitsu but, has wrestling classes as well as striking classes depending on your fancy.”
What members say
“My son loves the kids program Coach Jonathan is great with the kids and creates a great learning environment where they learn techniques in a fun way.”
“The atmosphere is welcoming, making it easy for beginners to feel comfortable while also challenging advanced practitioners.”
“The atmosphere is welcoming, making it easy for beginners to feel comfortable while also challenging advanced practitioners.”
“They break down complex techniques into easy-to-understand steps, making sure everyone, from beginners to advanced practitioners, gets the attention they need to improve.”
“My son loves the kids program Coach Jonathan is great with the kids and creates a great learning environment where they learn techniques in a fun way.”
“Whether you are a hobbyist, someone who wants to learn self defense or want to compete, The Martial Arts Lab in Princeton, Texas is the place to be!”
From the reviews
I cannot rave enough about this gym. Whether you are an adult or thinking of enrolling your child(s), this is the place for you. Coach Johnathan has cultivated such an awesome and safe environment for the children to build confidence while learning jiu jitsu.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Such an amazing environment! Being part of the Lab family has been incredible. The coaches are knowledgeable, supportive, and genuinely care about everyone who walks through the door. From day one I felt welcomed and encouraged. This gym is more than just training — it’s a community. Highly recommend!
I cannot express how thankful my family is to have found The Lab. Our daughter is 4 and is a part of the mini professors class and she loves it so much. If she could have it her way, we’d be here every day. Coach Jonathon is a fantastic coach!
We found a great gym! My son and I both train Jiu-jitsu and were very excited for this Princeton location to open up. The adults training classes are great and everyone I've met has been super friendly.
New to muay thai? Start at The Martial Arts Laboratory
The Martial Arts Laboratory 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 The Martial Arts Laboratory
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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