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Chok Dee Athletics LLC
5 ★★★★★ 45 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Newark, Delaware
Fitness center offering Muay Thai and Brazilian jiu-jitsu classes to adults and teens.
Plan your first class
- Beginner-friendly all fitness levels welcome, including total beginners — no experience needed, and you get in shape by training, not before
- Cardio kickboxing classes high-energy cardio kickboxing on the bags and pads — a fun, sweaty workout built for fitness and weight loss, at your own pace
- Kids & teen classes kids and teen kickboxing classes — built around confidence, focus, and fun
- Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Sparring sparring and partner work for members who want it — always optional, eased in gradually, with the coach controlling the contact
- Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves in the ring — amateur kickboxing, muay thai, or K-1
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule chokdeeathletics.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 302-602-6215
Hours
| Monday | 5–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 10 am–12 pm, 5–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 5–9 pm |
| Thursday | 10 am–12 pm, 5–9 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 9 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I knew that I was getting a great workout and preparing myself for real fight situations.”
“Kru Joe is adept at breaking down complex movements and concepts in a clear, accessible way, ensuring that students of all levels come away with a deeper understanding.”
“Having trained across the United States as well as spending multiple months in Thailand, I can confidently say Kru Joe is one of the best instructors I have ever had.”
“His private sessions are AWESOME and very reasonably priced, as are his classes.”
Other martial arts here
“Whether you are looking for a Muay Thai gym, or just starting a search for a new martial art, I highly recommend Chok Dee to anyone in the area.”
“He is a very supportive coach and has the professional MMA and Muay Thai fight experience to guide you.”
“I was pretty disappointed when I wasn't able to come back to class due to having started BJJ.”
What members say
“Having trained across the United States as well as spending multiple months in Thailand, I can confidently say Kru Joe is one of the best instructors I have ever had.”
“Kru Joe is adept at breaking down complex movements and concepts in a clear, accessible way, ensuring that students of all levels come away with a deeper understanding.”
“Definitely check out this gym if you want to learn traditional Muay Thai or if you just want to get in great shape while having fun!”
“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.”
“I have been to several great gyms in the Philadelphia area and I still believe this gym is special.”
“His private sessions are AWESOME and very reasonably priced, as are his classes.”
From the reviews
Previously I have trained at other gyms before landing here. The 2 things that kept me here at this gym is the atmosphere, and the level of instruction. Coming into any combat gym for the first time can be a challenge itself, but Joe and Mikey were very welcoming, and created an environment where I personally felt…
My experience at Chok Dee Athletics was wonderful. Kru Joe is very knowledgeable and will help you reach your goals. Everyone there is very supportive and hardworking. Although, sadly you cannot train multiple martial arts while at Chok Dee Athletics, as Kru Joe wants MT to be your main focus.
I've been training with Kru Joe for about ten months now, and have never had more fun. The atmosphere in his gym is always positive, it's equal parts serious attention to training and having fun.
I have been at this gym for 8 months. My experience has been overwhelmingly positive. I have been to several great gyms in the Philadelphia area and I still believe this gym is special. Kru Joe is a patient and informative instructor. He takes the time to help every student regardless of their level and fighter status.
New to kickboxing? Start at Chok Dee Athletics LLC
Chok Dee Athletics LLC comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. If you've never thrown a punch or a kick, that's exactly who a good beginners class is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or coordinated to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale every drill to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable gyms build the basics (stance, footwork, and punches and kicks on pads and bags) first, and any contact eases in gradually under a coach's control. Third, all fitness levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first kickboxing class at Chok Dee Athletics LLC
Nervous about walking into a kickboxing gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling the basics — stance, footwork, and punches and kicks on pads or a heavy bag — not hard sparring. Go at your own pace and rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: comfortable athletic clothes you can move and sweat in, and supportive trainers. What to bring: water, and hand wraps and gloves if you have them — many gyms lend loaner gloves for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gloves and wraps (and shin guards once you start sparring). Sparring is optional and eases in gradually, once your basics are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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