I love SKN Muay Thai! This is truly such a special place and I'm incredibly grateful to have found…read morea new passion within this art form. No matter your level of athleticism or confidence, if you're even just slightly considering giving Muay Thai a try, you need to start here. The coaches are wonderful and always create a comfortable atmosphere. They do a great job offering advice on improving upon your skills, and you can tell these people are passionate about your growth as an individual. The owners have done a phenomenal job with creating a perfect place to learn new things, train to the degree you please, and grow alongside other motivated folks. It really is like a second home! The gym is conveniently located with lots of free street parking. It's pretty dang big inside and has lots of equipment, and even a weight room as well. They offer everything you could possibly need to excel within your training. This is specifically a Muay Thai gym, so it's a perfect place to be if you're looking to focus in on this martial art!

This is such a beautiful and clean gym. Spacious and lots of room for lessons and work outs…read more The staff and trainers are so kind, patient and full of knowledge. Whether you're a newbie like myself or someone who has practiced martial arts for years, this is a wonderful facility for all. It really doesn't matter what level you're at because everyone is treated with respect and taught how to work at being their best. I'll definitely be back for more! Do yourself a favor and take some lessons here.

We started taking our son to the Strip District location. We love that they have opened the new…read morelocation in Monroeville. It's much closer for us. We were hesitant to take him to the new location due to loving the coaches and kids in The Strip District but Coach Vince and Coach Mark are really amazing! They do a great job of communicating to the kids, keeping them focused, providing help, and making sure the kids are having fun. The Monroeville location is smaller but they have a free parking lot. Which was a perk compared to the street or garage parking options in the Strip.

Amazing instructors. Great place to train for people of all levels and ages…read more You can be a hack like me or train with legit professional fighters. I love it.

Let me start by saying, I have tried so many outlets to assist with my fitness and health…read more It started with Ballys, then went to LA fitness Lucille Roberts Planet Fitness Curves The Kroc BLINK back to Planet Fitness various aerobic sessions (Zumba and Tabata) and finally neighborhood walks/jogs. None of these things kept my attention. I got bored after about two weeks. I am a quitter and I am someone that does not like challenges. I love my comfort zone and I love to eat my feelings. It's what I do. Stout has changed that! My very first class, western boxing, taught by Ty. I don't know a thing about boxing. I do not watch boxing, I know some big names but I do not watch. So I show up at 5:20pm, I'm just standing there, ready to run out (again, quitter). He walks over, introduces himself, and tells me to warm up with shadow boxing. I said I don't know how to shadow box. He gave me the option of jumping rope or jumping jacks. I didn't want to do that, I don't know why but I didn't. he said you got this. I immediately said, ya know what I do. Stoutpgh and their staff is not intimidating AT ALL. It may feel that way if you have never stepped in the facility or if you are thinking about previous Arts schools and maybe they were jerks. Everyone is helpful, constantly guiding you and correcting you with positive reinforcement but also praising you when you do something good! I do love hearing "Good Kia" or "Nice Kia" or "Great job Kia" Class two, it was a bag class. I met Brody, he introduced himself. I stood in front of the heavy bag confused. before I could even get his attention, he came over and assisted me. I walked out of that class throwing 1, 2, and 3 (didn't know what a 3 was), and a switch kick. NICE! I went to class three, signed up that day. Zack, said you have another free class. I said, I don't need it. lets get this party started!!! I want you all to know, I am 44, 4'11, and 263.7lbs. I do not feel like the "fat chick", or the "old chick", I feel like a person. Stoughpgh let's you be a person, not a label. Many times we think we have to get in shape before starting something to get us in shape. How bass ackwards is that??? I didn't think Stoutpgh was for me, I didn't think I could do it. Boy, was I wrong! It is for me, it is for EVERYONE and EVERY BODY!!!! Again, EVERY BODY!!!!!! I look forward to class, actually look forward to going. I am so surprised by that, haha! Staff Cleanliness Availability of Classes Prices Oh last thing, I am funny about what I eat throughout the day. I know I have to train so the idea of just eating anything, I stopped that. I know what will make me feel sluggish, bloated, or just gross. I care about what I take in so that I can be productive during class. No one said anything to me about how/what to eat but it's like my brain clicked on a light that has clearly been dark for a long time.

If you've ever avoided getting fit because you felt out of place at the gym, this is the place for…read moreyou. Zak & company have a great studio/gym that follows the punk DIY attitude and a horror centric feel. They take a freeweight approach to lifting and functional approach to cardio (kettlebells, jump ropes) instead of the standard machines and treadmills. Offering yoga classes, open gym, personal training, and now Muay Thai classes, this place has something for everyone. As someone who is socially awkward, I've talked to more people here than I have at any gym I've been to. It's a very chill environment and just feels like friends hanging out.

I've visited several times so far for the 730 am yoga class and it has been exactly what I've…read moreneeded. It is the perfect balance of casual and comfortable but still constructive and structured. I always leave feeling like I've had a good workout. It has revived my love for yoga. And the playlists are always on point . I wish I could go everyday!

Sifu Daniels is an exceptional martial arts instructor. I had the privilege of training under him…read morefrom 1985 to 1990, and his teachings have had a lasting impact on my life. His skill, patience, and dedication to his students are unmatched. I hold him in the highest regard and deeply regret not being able to continue my training with him. Sifu Daniels is truly a master of his craft. I remember Sifu telling my class that we should not brag about our practice and if he ever heard that we were bragging (think Johnny Lawrence in the karate Kid 1) that he would take away our rights to wear of Fire Dragon School T-shirts. He would tell us to leave our egos in the glove compartment of the car when we got there. This really resonated with me. My brother thought it would be funny to grab me and put me in a bear hug, saying, "come on, let me see some of your stuff." I refused many times but he persisted and was taunting me. Finally, to get him to stop, I used a move that Sifu Daniels taught us in class and got out of the bear hug quite effortlessly, stunning my brother. He signed up for classes right after that and became a student of Sifu Daniels also. We eventually both had a good laugh about that time.

From the owner: Fire Dragon School of Fighting Arts is located at 4162 Library Rd in Castle Shannon, PA. Offering…read moretwo disciplines in which to train. The first is a southern Chinese Kung Fu style known as Hung Gar and the second discipline is boxing from Thailand, known as Muay Thai. No-matter what your reason for training in the martial arts, visit us before you make your final decision. See how our classes are conducted, observe a class, and talk to the students. You will find dedicated, intelligent, highly motivated people who are disciplined, respectful, and very serious about their training, but enjoy a good laugh along the way. You will see that they are highly skilled in empty hand, blade, contact weapons, and firearms. You will also see a sense of friendliness and brotherhood that is a rare commodity in most schools.

As a longstanding UFC fan, I have always loved martial arts, and have studied several different…read moredisciplines; however i couldn't wait for the UFC Waterfront gym to open. I signed up for the Champion membership specifically so I could take Coach Joao Martinez's kickboxing and Muay Thai class and Coach Micheangelo's boxing classes, and they have both over-delivered so far above my high expectations!! Coach Joao Martinez is one of the most knowledgeable, effective and intuitive martial arts instructors I have ever had trained with. He expertly introduces both basic and more advanced techniques to beginners and more experienced students simultaneously, seamlessly adjusting the class to each student's skill level with a well balanced curriculum that provides a strong foundation of skills, then builds upon it, with emphasis on the practical application of each skill. During personal training sessions, Coach Joao further customized his approach to address my unique weight loss challenges, while emphasizing & modifying specific techniques and drills based on my goals, and encouraging me to evolve. I changed my schedule to attend as many classes as possible, as each session is an invaluable interactive learning experience! Coach Michaelangelo Turner is a spectacular Boxing Instructor, and been equally encouraging, accessible, and supportive. Coach Michealangelo 's high energy classes not only provide amazing conditioning, but also help students develop and refine boxing and footwork techniques using a variety of drills using heavy bags, mitt work and partner work. He is a force of positive energy, a natural motivator, and always makes himself available to answer questions on boxing technique, conditioning and nutrition. The UFC gym is clean, has a nice variety of good quality equipment, offers a red light sauna, amazing recovery room amenities, and friendly, helpful, & approachable staff. However the differentiating factor that makes UFC Waterfront so superior to the other gyms and martial arts schools in the region is the quality of personalized training provided by Coach Joao and Coach Michaelangelo; they are helping me acheive my goals. I have memberships to other gyms, but will maintain my membership at UFC Waterfront to take Coach Joao, Kim, and Michealangelos's spectacular classes.

I really enjoy this gym! They have a variety of classes, good equipment, and great coaches. I took…read moreCoach Michelangelo's boxing class when I first started and am still taking his classes now. He is such a great coach! He manages to teach an entire class while noticing your individual strengths and areas you can focus on to grow, and easily describes them. He is encouraging, but motivating. He seems to know your limits, so he pushes you, but respects your level. He goes above and beyond and does things like recommend certain boxers to watch that fit your goals or areas to work on, or gives you specialized combos. I will continue coming to this gym as long as he keeps coaching! Take one of his classes or get private lessons with him! I have also looked into Muay Thai recently and look forward to taking one of Coach Joao's classes! He seems very skilled and organized, which I appreciate for starting something so new. I've seen his classes and the way he works with students, and the gym is lucky to have him! The coaches are what make this gym successful, so I hope these two continue teaching and helping me grow!