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Tim Barchard's Professional Martial Arts Academy
4.9 ★★★★★ 256 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Derry, New Hampshire
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
- Fitness & conditioning muay thai fitness and cardio classes — a serious workout you can do without ever having to spar
- Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule pmaderry.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 603-434-7995
Hours
| Monday | 8:30–11 am, 3–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 11 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30–11 am, 3–9 pm |
| Thursday | 11 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 12–7 pm |
| Saturday | 9:30 am–1:30 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Through their karate and BJJ programs, my kids have learned real-life skills that have increased their confidence and motivation both on the mats and at home.”
“It is a place for everyone - from children who learned to walk only recently to hobbyists like myself to competitive fighters preparing for a competition.”
“My son has learned discipline, safety, self defense, emotional regulation, patience, listening, respect, control, and so many more invaluable soft skills.”
“Whether you’re looking to get in shape, build confidence, or level up your jiu jitsu, PMA is the place to be.”
“Professor Tim Barchard and his staff create an atmosphere where beginners can progress with confidence and competitors can push themselves effectively.”
Other martial arts here
“Their confidence and self esteem has grown tremendously since they started taking Jiu Jitsu and the staff at PMA is more like an extended family than a business.”
“The class schedule is flexible with opportunities to explore Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, MMA, and Karate - all taught by knowledgeable professionals.”
“The instruction and physical benefits my son has gained through karate and I have gained through Muay Thai has been amazing for our physical and mental health as well.”
What members say
“Professor Tim and Shihan Laura have worked hard to create a family-friendly environment that is both welcoming and engaging for all ages.”
“Their confidence and self esteem has grown tremendously since they started taking Jiu Jitsu and the staff at PMA is more like an extended family than a business.”
“My son has learned discipline, safety, self defense, emotional regulation, patience, listening, respect, control, and so many more invaluable soft skills.”
“It is a place for everyone - from children who learned to walk only recently to hobbyists like myself to competitive fighters preparing for a competition.”
“The instruction and physical benefits my son has gained through karate and I have gained through Muay Thai has been amazing for our physical and mental health as well.”
From the reviews
I don’t even know where to begin. PMA has been a part of our lives for the past 7 years, when we signed our daughter, Aerylyn, up for karate in May of 2016. Little did I know how much of an impact that karate would make on Aerylyn’s life. She lives and breathes Martial Arts.
The past 3 years with PMA has been an incredible experience for our entire family. The owners, staff, and other members of the studio are truly an amazing group of positive people.
This place is awesome, my daughter has so much fun, and I'm single dad and they understand that's hard for me to go twice week, as suppose to, my ex wife suppose to take her during week cause work but they don't and take her Saturday and, the most important thing all staff are great with the kids, and sometimes kids…
Professor Barchard and Sensei Laura recently introduced the Side by Side event to those Martial Art School Owners who continue to be trained in the business and philosophy of running a Martial Art Program on Friday Mornings .
New to muay thai? Start at Tim Barchard's Professional Martial Arts Academy
Tim Barchard's Professional Martial Arts Academy 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 Tim Barchard's Professional Martial Arts Academy
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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