Covid hit, throughout this pandemic my family had lost four people including my father. On top of…read moreall that I struggled with self image issues and anger/ insecurity issues, coach kosta truly believed I needed to be there. Overall I must say the first day was the last time I'd attend a normal gym primarily. I take the adult Muay Thai classes and I'll say right now, all those years of hurt, sadness, and anger were all gone with the first punch, and it makes you want to come back again and again! The whole coaching staff is absolutely amazing as well as the fighters they have. Everyone wants you to be a better you!! I love coming here and look forward to someday competing with/for them. All in all, this place saved me. And I'll forever be grateful for coach Kosta, Scott & Ibere

I highly recommend Team Link Muay Thai for a multitude of reasons. The professionalism and…read moreexpertise from the humble coach's will have you walking out the door confident. Your children will KNOW how to defend themselves. Not only does Muay Thai teach you respect, it instills discipline and comradery. Ibere provides knowledge from the teachings of Thailand, enforcing proper form along the way. I haven't felt this feeling since I stopped dancing. No matter what kind of day you have, come to class and leave it on the floor. Thank you to Ibere and the rest of the coaches/ teammates at Team link. Try out Muay Thai 101 on weeknights Monday-Thurs at 7:30 ( 13 yr old & up ) Wai Kru, Muay Thai!

I've spent the last 7 years training martial arts in some form. I started with Jiu Jitsu…read more(Japanese-style) and then moved onto muay thai, from one of the premiere MMA/Muay thai gyms in Boston, where I trained for 6 years or so until I recently moved and it's just too far away. I've also used groupons for a few other studios in Boston and on the North Shore - focusing mostly on muay thai and boxing. So I've seen a number of different approaches and formats over the years. North Shore Muay Thai Academy is great because the focus is almost entirely on Muay Thai (they just added some MMA classes). There are different types of muay thai classes every day - no competition with other martial arts like BJJ. I really like that as I have limited time and have always chosen to focus on muay thai (I just love to box) - so it's been harder at other places b/c I was much more limited in classes I could attend. With NSMTA, there are options every day, which is really nice. As far as the classes go, they are divided into technique classes, bag work (cardio and technique), and sparring with pad work. I really like the variety. I'm used to basically either a teaching class or conditioning class. So if I don't feel like sparring on that day, I just go earlier and do a good conditioning bag workout. As far as the atmosphere goes, it's cool. I've been going now for a few months (usually 2-3 times a week) and really like the ppl. It's a good group of guys, everyone is nice, no one is a jerk - which is really nice. Ppl are very respectful and looking to learn and have fun - no one is trying to break noses or anything. I've been places where I didn't really like the other ppl and it's just so much more fun when you like the guys you're working with. Kru Mark is a good teacher (explains the idea behind specific techniques as well as the general idea of the movements) and really nice guy. He's there day after day and brings good energy and an enthusiasm for the sport, which is great. And with his teaching, there's always a theme as we march through techniques, which I like a lot. I like structure to learning (as opposed to each day is a random lesson to learn), and it feels like there some of that here. Also, he teaches nearly all the classes, so it's nice to have that level of instruction all the time. If you're interested in learning muay thai, this is a great place to go.

From the owner: We offer a new type of martial arts experience that will revolutionize the Fitness and Martial Arts…read moreindustry. Our head instructor, Marc Meltzer, has spent years developing the best programs in the area. These programs were built from scratch and are to this day fully operational and extremely active in the fighting community. A former Muay Thai Kickboxer, Marc decided to put his full focus in becoming a great striking coach and left fighting behind. Classes will have all the structures in place to ensure students are able to mark their progression throughout their training.

I couldn't recommend this gym more. From my first class to months later, I've done nothing but…read moreenjoy it here. Coach and Owner Jeff Perez set a high bar for a Martial Arts gym. There is a great sense of community, and everyone is welcome regardless of skill level. Whether you're looking for a workout or picking up a new hobby, do yourself a favor and try a class.

I have trained jiu-jitsu in several gyms across the country. Jeff has been the best grappling coach…read moreI have had. His ability to explain technical information is second to none. I have seen him effectively communicate grappling concepts to a wide variety of people. Jeff is very approachable and is not intimidating or scary at all. Whatever your fitness and martial arts goals are, Back to Basics is definitely the place to train at in the Boston area.

Sityodtong is a great gym. The gym has produced great fighters for sure and has world-class muay…read morethai. What has kept me here for a decade is the sense on community, belonging, and purpose. Yes, this is a fight gym that can make you deadly fighter and improve fitness, but its more importantly a martial arts gym that can make you a better person.

A small, but very well-equipped, training facility with world-class staff and a wealth of classes…read more The memberships are pricey ($200 month to month, though it's less if you do a six month or full year membership), but you can build up a martial arts skill set very quickly with their elite-level trainers. If you go here and work hard, Joe Rogan may talk about how impressive your striking is one day.

I do not live in the area, but take private lessons at this gym. The gym is beautiful, has clean…read morelocker rooms, showers, pretty much anything you would need. The coach that I take lessons from, Ovi, is hands down one of the best coaches I've ever had the opportunity to work with, in any sport that I've ever participated in. He is what I would call a diamond in the rough. I highly recommend trying to find a class that Ovi is coaching, and I highly recommend this gym!

Jiu-Jitsu is a great activity to get into as you can dip your toe in or go full bore and compete at…read moreall levels and rice through the ranks. I can't say enough good things about this location and recommend anyone to try it one night.

Greatest place to train hands down. Great for adults and children. Very friendly welcoming group…read more People from all Walks of life train at this gym from office workers to construction workers, from Law Enforcement officers to Pro Fighters. You walk in unsure what to expect just like at any place that's new to you, but before you know it, you've learned so much and you have a whole new group of great friends.

Connors Martial Arts is the finest grappling gym I've ever been in. The instructors are friendly…read moreand the classes welcome both beginners to advanced to help eachother and learn together in a great environment. If your looking to just get a good workout in or become a phenomenal athlete, Connors Martial Arts is one of a kind. They have a life long fan from a guy that moved away.

Tommy is an amazing instructor. He's so dedicated and truly cares that his students learn and…read moreimprove.

From the owner: Here at Virtue Martial Arts we offer premium instruction in American Jiu Jitsu, Brazilian Jiu…read moreJitsu, Muay Thai and Mixed Martial Arts. Head Instructor is a veteran competitor with 15 years of experience in combat and instruction. Virtue offers real, proven, and effective combat skills that will hold up in any scenario be it the Octagon, the training room, or real life scenarios.

In the short time that my 10 year old son has been taking this class, I'm amazed to see how much…read morehis skills have improved and how much more confident he is! Coach David is excellent with the kids and encourages them to push beyond what they think they are capable of!

From the owner: If you're looking to bring out the best in you, you've found the right place. At DS Muay Thai…read moresquad, we believe that the warrior spirit is about transforming your body and mind into a place of physical and mental strength together with a winning mindset, both at the martial arts school and in life. When you put your heart into self-defense and martial arts, you will find all of this ... and so much more.