Best Mma Gym near Newark, Delaware

Kru Joe is the best, authentic Muay Thai trainer I have ever trained with. His level of care for his students is what separates him from everyone else I have worked with over the years. He genuinely loves the art, and that reflects in his teaching ability and passion for you to better yourself. I've known him for years, he has reffed/cornered me in competition and I cant wait to come back here more regularly now that I am getting myself together. He and his gym are truly a shining light in the martial arts community. It is worth every second of the hour and a half drive. See you soon, Joe!

I've previously trained at other martial arts gyms, but this is my first Muay Thai exclusive gym. Kru Joe is very welcoming, organized, and intentional about what he teaches to a wide range of students. Classes are organized by experience/skill and Kru Joe fully plans a curriculum to build skills that translate through the different levels. It's very cool to look around class and see 10-year-olds and college students paired up, along with teenagers partnering with their parents. Everyone is respectful and pushes their partners to take the techniques seriously while still having fun. There are no big egos here where someone tries to hurt you through sparring-- everyone here cares for their partners and work on trying new things! You can also take fitness bag classes which are a mix between heavy bag rounds with "rest" rounds in between that are kettle bell or body-weight based so you're strengthening AND conditioning. If you're new to the area and need a place to make friends and learn super cool skills, this is the place to go! Or honestly, if you're feeling stuck and need a new hobby, muay thai is a great way to build confidence, emotional control, and self-esteem for all ages. Either way you won't regret checking out Chok Dee Athletics!

This place is phenomenal. Truly. You learn fast yet correctly. It’s very much a family atmosphere. There is zero toleration for making anyone feel bad about anything. It’s a fully supportive gym. Kru Joe is a great human being. He makes you feel like you’re one of his kids that he’s looking out for while still pushing discipline of the art. The assistant coaches are also amazing. Seriously. I’m lucky to have found this place. It has made me feel comfortable and at home. Which can be very hard for a martial arts gym. For approx 90 minutes per session I feel like my demons leave me and I have a family.

This is a great traditional Muay Thai gym. The coaches really care to see their students improve and make this a lifestyle that everyone can embrace. I have 30 years experience with martial arts and it’s easy to see these coaches are extremely talented and knowledgeable as well as eager to share their expertise. I strongly recommend for brand new martial artists and to experienced martial artists as well.

Chok Dee and the coaches treat everyone like family. They take the time to make sure everyone gets the experience they desire from competitors to hobbyists. The coaches maintain high levels of proficiency while making training fun. It is a great place to train, I highly recommend the gym.