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    4.6 (30 reviews)
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    Maria C.

    About East Side Muay Thai: Muay Thai, also known as the Art of Eight Limbs, is a martial art from Thailand. Utilizing punches, kicks, elbows, and knees, Muay Thai is a full body cardio and resistance workout. Jose & Zed were our instructors tonight. Super handsome guys who demonstrated moves, technique and overall perfect form. Jose was super enthusiastic and made sure we knew how to execute each move. If we were the one wearing pads or gloves... he made sure each group were using the proper technique. Great instructor! About 20 ppl were in attendance tonight. Well I was about 20 mins late but I didn't miss too much. Jose advised they started a little late but quickly got me in with no issues. Signed waiver...let's begin! At this facility they strive to provide an ego free environment for students to learn self defense skills as well as get an intense workout. And with that in mind I learned some skills tonight in case I need to use them on a predator. Beware!!! Jab cross.. hook... knee kicks... elbow punches... we worked the combinations using punching bags towards the end of the workout and finished up the evening with 40 push ups and 40 crunches. Aside from the stinky smell in the facility I loved everything about this place. Not sure how often they clean the mats... gear... based on tonight a thorough cleaning is necessary. But if you're interested, any experience level is welcome! A normal session starts out with a typical a warm up then dives right into technical instruction and drilling. You can expect to sweat while working with a partner through combinations or working your technique on heavy bags. Class usually ends with a burn out drill and cool down. It is an intense 1 hour class, but you can modify the workout to fit your level of activity. Whether your goal is weight loss, self defense, stress relief, or competing, you will leave East Side sweaty and feeling accomplished. I'd recommend you give this a try! You'll get a workout as well as learn moves that will stick with you for a lifetime! Parking wasn't an issue. There are several shops in this shopping center near Dam Neck: Subway, Beauty Supply Store, other eateries and shopping. I believe I saw a bank as well. You'll enjoy it here! Have fun and enjoy life :)

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    Grace P.

    What a great place for an awesome workout! I came here for a Yelp event, and was met by Jose, the owner of the studio. I had no idea what to expect and was definitely intimidated by the wall of countless championship belts, and pictures of their champs! That said, Jose was really great at teaching the class some basic techniques with punches, elbows, and kicks. At first I thought we were going to stay mostly stationary - nope! Once we were schooled on technique, then we practiced in pairs. You will definitely work up a sweat! Jose did an awesome job helping us improve our form. They also have classes (and discounts!) for multiple memberships/ kids' classes. Tip: if you have your own gloves, bring them :) Would love to come back!

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    Christopher E.

    My son has been training here for over 2 years now. We started at another gym in Va Beach and wasn't excited about our son's overall growth in the sport. We came here at the suggestion of some friends. Kru Jose is really firm with the kids. He instills discipline in his students. I guess we got used to the coddling of the other couches in the past. Our son got used to his style of instruction and improved drastically. With in the first year we even started entering local mock fights and tournaments. Our son is so passionate about Muay Thai and even wants to train on a daily basis. Now he has his belt in a World tournament age/weight class. All of the kids in the junior fight team are national and world title belt holders. All the kids really help each other to improve. Kru Jose really is the best in the area. He really has a passion for his students and the art Muay Thai.

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    Welcoming , clean, and professional. Learning a lot and looking forward to more. Classes for all ages

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    My son was a little hesitant to try Muay Thai. He completed the intro program for beginners and loves it! Jose is an excellent instructor.

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    We have been apart of ESMT since the beginning. The best Muay Thai gym on the the east coast

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