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The Pound Martial Arts Center

5 ★★★★★ 93 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in East Wareham, Massachusetts

Muay Thai gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens

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 3–14) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
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  • Website & schedule thepoundmac.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (774) 678-0183

Hours

Monday 3–8:30 PM
Tuesday 3–8 PM
Wednesday 3–8:30 PM
Thursday 3–8 PM
Friday 3–7:30 PM
Saturday 8 AM–12 PM
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, seminars, and open-gym times — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Muay thai classes on the schedule at The Pound Martial Arts Center, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Muay Thai 31 mentions

“***UPDATE*** 4 years later, I can say that the Pound MAC still has my respect for that they have taught and what they have helped my daughter learn!”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 4 mentions

“They have built confidence, leadership skills, learning self defense and so much more.”

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🌱 Beginner Muay Thai

“I highly recommend The Pound to kids and adults of all levels with various interests.”

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Other martial arts here

Muay thai gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at The Pound Martial Arts Center — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🎽 Karate 8 mentions

“My teenage son started here 9 months ago and it has been amazing to see his progress, not just with his karate skills, but in his discipline, composure, and strength.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want BJJ, boxing, or MMA alongside muay thai, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 93 Google reviews — in their own words.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 4 mentions

“I highly recommend The Pound to kids and adults of all levels with various interests.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly gym 15 mentions

“They have made a great group of friends, and we have quickly become part of this awesome family.”

📘 real technique & fundamentals 4 mentions

“She loves learning karate, and I love that it’s so much more than just learning karate techniques.”

🧒 strong kids program 6 mentions

“My daughter has been a member for 4 years. She loves learning karate, and I love that it’s so much more than just learning karate techniques.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 25 mentions

“My teenage son started here 9 months ago and it has been amazing to see his progress, not just with his karate skills, but in his discipline, composure, and strength.”

From the reviews

A Truly Transformative Experience! My two children have been attending The Pound Martial Arts for the past five years, and the growth I’ve seen in them has been incredible. They’ve gained so much more than just martial arts skills — their confidence, leadership abilities, and emotional regulation have all flourished.

★★★★★ — Stefanie, Nov 2025

HIGHLY RECOMEND! My daughter started here last year and she has loved it! The instructors are amazing and the kids really have a good time while learning Respect and Confidence as well as many other skills! There are classes offered for all ages! And they also do fun stuff with the community too!

★★★★★ — Kelsey, Jul 2024

My teenage son started here 9 months ago and it has been amazing to see his progress, not just with his karate skills, but in his discipline, composure, and strength. He loves spending time both in and out of The Pound with his new karate friends!

★★★★★ — Christina, Jul 2024

My son has been learning Brazilian Jujitsu at The Pound for about 6 years. The instructors are dedicated to teaching proper technique & discipline. They chat about daily life challenges & ways to resolve problems. Having The Pound as an extra outlet has truly been a positive influence for my son!

★★★★★ — Wendy, Nov 2025

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New to muay thai? Start at The Pound Martial Arts Center

The Pound Martial Arts Center 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.

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Your first muay thai class at The Pound Martial Arts Center

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.

Muay thai is a contact sport. Ease in, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find The Pound Martial Arts Center

3131 Cranberry Hwy, East Wareham, MA02538

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