I was hesitant to start BJJ since I'm in my mid-50s and I thought it was a sport for young men…read more Then I found out a female friend of mine was a member and she convinced me to come in for a free trial class. I've been hooked ever since. The facility is clean and well-kept, the instructors are awesome and very patient, and the other members are great. I don't know what other BJJ gyms are like but I can't imagine finding one better than this one. There are young and old, females and males and all different skill levels and they're all super humble and helpful. Highly recommend giving this place a try. You won't regret it!

Lovely instruction by the professors at this gym. Both the adult and kids programs are amazing. The…read moreinstructors have great patience in every class and are always eager to answer questions. Mike and Stephan are great coaches. Im glad to be taking instruction from them.

The #1 spot in the area for LEGIT Training. Top notch BJJ, Muay Thai, Wrestling and more. This…read moreplace will change your life for the better.

Great atmosphere and supportive environment for everyone involved in martial arts training. Highly…read morerecommend trying a class in your near future.

Muay thai was something I wanted to learn but was lowkey a bit afraid. This gym is very beginner…read morefriendly and everyone here makes you feel welcomed immediately. People here are very respectful and mindful of others, which is really important. There are classes Monday-Saturday. Legit the best workout ever (I've done crossfit, powerlifting, hiit, yoga, etc). It works your core, your overall strength, upper body, lower body, and also your mind. The gym helped me make become better in other things too outside the gym (eating habits, running more, etc!!) They do other activities too - beach trips, conditioning in parks, etc!!

I'm beginning to find, as I get older, that experiences that have the ability to completely…read moretransform your life become more rare. When you are young, you are constantly trying and learning new things, figuring out for yourself what you love to do and eliminating those you don't. You start to find a passion for things like soccer or piano, and stick with them, loving to play. Then you grow up, responsibilities kick in, and time becomes more limited. Most of the time, I find myself trying to recreate the fun I had as a kid by re-experiencing situations with new people or joining an adult sports league with random people, which is not at all the same feeling you get from being on a real, dedicated team. The art of Muay Thai is one of the only sports or activities that has unexpectedly thrilled me in a way that is brand new, and leaves me craving more and more. The only other sport that does it for me is scuba diving. There are some similarities between the two: family, fear facing, fitness, and fun. 1. FAMILY: When you join 8 Venoms Muay Thai, you become a family. You are there to support and help each other. You may find that if you sign up for a free trial that you become addicted in more ways than one, to the class and to the people. Your new teammates will be the ones asking if they'll see you next class, and part of the reason you say yes is because you don't want to disappoint them, and it happens in that split second after they ask the question when their face is bright with pure joy from the class and the suspense for your answer. You can't make new friends like this in a typical gym atmosphere and you sure as hell will never find the strength of a family like 8 Venoms Muay Thai. 2. FEAR FACING: "Do one thing every day that scares you." - Eleanor Roosevelt Muay Thai is a fighting sport. You will hit and get hit. 8 Venoms gets its name because Muay Thai is known as the Art of 8 Limbs: 2 fists, 2 elbows, 2 knees, and 2 shins. You will learn to use all of them. I'm a fear facer and a big believer in it. Do I get nervous? Yes. But that's the only way to get stronger. 3. FITNESS: One aspect of Muay Thai among many that you can't get from a regular gym is that it's both a mental and physical exercise. I consider myself a forever student. If I'm not constantly learning something new, I start to get bored. I never would have dreamed that discovering Muay Thai would have been the absolute best gift I could have given myself for my recent birthday (Thanks Skylar B. who turned me onto it). I have been to many gyms: oldschool average joe's gyms, giant gym chains, boxing gyms, etc. Before this class, I considered myself to be healthy, very active, and pretty athletic, but damn, did I get a wake up call. The class starts with jump roping... Who knew that jump roping could be so hard?! I thought I was going to die the first few times. My legs were sore as hell. I guess lifting just can't get you there. Then there's cardio, core, and flexibility, which is awesome. I'm not too too bad on the cardio and core front, but I def. struggle and need improvement. I honestly thought I was a flexible human until now...wooweee, not so much. I think part of the reason I have trouble doing certain skills sometimes is because my hips are not at all used to turning over in such a way while the balls of my feet do something else and my arm is outstretched at the same time. I swear, at the least, Muay Thai will keep my body from getting old and decrepit. Then there's the lessons on different Muay Thai skills and techniques: boxing, kicks, defense, etc, which is really... 4. FUN: Omg it's so much fun. Instructor Gian is extremely knowledgeable and cares about his students. His analogies and descriptions make everything really easy to understand. I partner with my sister sometimes and we have laughing fits. It's just fun to learn something new, practice it, and eventually get it right. I guess I should say it's funnier when you get it wrong and more rewarding when you get it right. I find myself even daydreaming about it, replaying skills I've learned in my head, and hoping that by thinking about it my body will react how I want it to (so far it doesn't, but I'm trying!). All skill levels are welcome. I am a giant newb right now. I hate it lol, and I'm determined to get better. There was a little kid in the class too and he could really hang with the rest of us. Then, there are also those who are really advanced. 8 Venoms is located in the FMA Center and the storefront is really deceiving. If you enter in the front, you go down the stairs and the place is huge. There's the front desk area, and a large viewing room, for anyone there who needs to wait. If you park in the back lot, you can enter that way and walk past the koi fish tank. The actual training space is very large with ample space to move around, and the 7:30 pm class times are also really convenient for me to make after work w/the option of the 1 class on Sat. Try it!

CKO in Newton is great and the owner Bryan is amazing. I can't say enough. I am 54 and had been…read moreout of the gym for longer then I'd like to admit. I was completely out of shape. One day I was climbing my step stool to change a light bulb when it finally hit me. Getting up and down a step ladder had the potential for a serious injury! There was no denying that. I was afraid to get back into they gym and thought CKO wasn't even a option for me. I had done CKO about 10 years back and thought there was no way I could get back to that. I found CKO in Newton while searching the internet. I saw the Triple Play offer and felt inspired to reach out. Bryan got right back to me and has guided me every step of the way. It has been 6 months for me and although there is always room to improve, I am taking 3-4 classes a week and feel better then I have in a decade. I can honestly say that would not be the case if not for Bryan. He truly cares and he is truly one of the good guys. I am beyond grateful and so lucky to have found CKO in Newton. If you are on the fence and if you live close enough to CKO in Newton, take the shot! You won't be sorry.

I have been going to Cko Newton for a bunch of years now and I've never been in the best shape that…read moreI am in now. I have met so many great people here and have become friends with many. we are like a family. All the instructors are great and offer their own twist and level Of intensity. Everyone is so welcoming and easy to talk too. I am so glad I was introduced to cko. My two children participate in the kids program whenever it's available and they love it, especially they love their instructor Sarah, who is awesome!! If you just a beginner or want a more intense workout Cko is the place for you. They even have strike and sculpt class where they incorporate weights , which I personally love. Come check it out , you won't regret it! Let's go!!

Best place to train muay Thai in the trip state area. I've tried other gyms in other states and…read morethis is the best gym hands down.

Such an upbeat and fun alternative to the mainstream cardio kickboxing classes. You get actual…read moreinstruction on technique and application in real life versus just punching a bag. Whether you want to actually fight or just get In shape this gym has something for everyone. It's all about personal goals and growth, not the one size fits all classes offered by other gyms.

Wow. This is a top-class establishment, which offers Muay Thai, BJJ, MMA, and kettlebell classes…read more Thus far, I have trained under Augie (the head instructor), Dina, Bennie, Brendon, and Jessica. I have never taken any of these classes but the instructors are so knowledgeable, observant, and patient. They made me feel comfortable every time I went to class. I have only been coming here a couple of months and I can already see an improvement in my game and an increase in my confidence. Augie also takes great pride in his establishment and provides the best equipment so we are always protected. Additionally, the other students are welcoming, knowledgeable, and are always willing to help you. Everyone is always looking out for each other and it truly feels that you belong to a family there. You will not regret spending your time, money, and energy here.

I came here last night to try a class, and i'm so glad that i did…read more I try to work out at least 4 times a week, and sometimes running and the gym can get quite boring. I came to a Wednesday 830 pm class, and i loved it. The instructor was quite helpful. I have never done any Muay Thai, and he helped me through each step. I felt like i got a good total body workout, and the time flew by. The parking lot is a little tricky to get to. If you have any problems, just call them and they will direct you where to park. Now i know how to throw some punches and kicks, and i cant wait to go back and get some more training!

The instructor Chris is very accommodating. He makes the kids work hard so they get the most out…read moreof their training. They do $60 per month for Mon-Wed 4-5 or $15 drop off each time. We do the drop off since that works best for our schedule.

From the owner: Stockade Martial Arts offers world-class training and instruction for men, women, and children of…read moreall skill levels. Our unique training center is located in the heart of Kingston's historic Uptown district. We welcome students of all backgrounds -- no prior experience necessary -- to join our community of individuals dedicated to improving their skills, strength, and athletic performance. We specialize in Muay Thai, Kali, and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.

If you are looking for an "Authentic" Muay Thai gym in New Jersey, look no further. This is about…read moreas good as it gets without having to fly to Thailand every day after work. This gym is great for the beginner, intermediate and advanced levels. The trainers and the fighters are very down to earth and they help you to become better at Muay Thai than you were the day before, no mater what level you are at. Don't worry about a bunch of tough guys with a chip on their shoulder, you wont find them at this gym. Everyone seems to really have a passion for learning the martial art and helping others. The Coaches and the fighters have a positive attitude and that seems to resonate with the students, so you have more of a family feel than a competition between a bunch of want to be tough guys and gals. The gym pricing is competitive and they frequently run specials to help you save money. They do not lock you into a contract either so you don't have to worry about that. If you want to get in shape, learn a martial art or if you want to compete in the ring, this gym is a great place to go.

This is the best and most reputable Muay Thai gym in New Jersey! Excellent and skilled krews and…read morestaff that are driven with patience and teach all of us with such dedication and skill. This gym is definitely worth checking out if you're looking for authentic Muay Thai training

Went to my first class this week. Great gym and great staff. Made a boxing beginner feel…read morecomfortable. Thank you.

Miller brothers is a very special school. It's welcoming for the everyday person, but more than…read moresuitable for elite pros. Coaches Amr, Shorty and Fitz really put their heart and soul into teaching and all the students are better for it. No matter how badly my day might be going I always leave Miller Brothers with a smile

American Killer Bees is the place to be. This gym has something for the whole family. My husband…read moreand I enjoy the kickboxing class together. Our son gets to participate in his own workout with the Little Bees. Coach Matt is amazing with the kids. When you join this gym you become family.

I can't say enough about how awesome this gym is. It's family owned and the instructors are beyond…read moreawesome. Everyone is so welcoming and encouraging. Such a clean environment. The instructor Matt is very passionate in the way he teaches and it creates an awesome environment to be in. I was blown away by the graciousness of the owners and the experience my children have received. American Killer Bees is turning into a home away from home. Between work, training and after school training for the kids it has everything for everyone of all ages and abilities. Matt and his wife have created an environment where everyday people can go and feel comfortable learning not so everyday things with the wide range of Mixed Martial Arts they offer. I have been taking cardio kick boxing classes, and all my children take MMA and Brazilian jujitsu. Matt has motivated my kids in many ways. My oldest son also picked up a lot of good workout habits, tips and exercises that he will carry through life. I highly recommend this gym to anyone! Thank you so much!