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Martial Strength Training Academy

5 ★★★★★ 27 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Branchburg, New Jersey

Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Cardio kickboxing Private lessons

Plan your first class

  • Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
  • 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
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule martialstrength.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (908) 333-2717

Hours

Monday 5:15–9 PM
Tuesday 5–9 PM
Wednesday 5:15–9 PM
Thursday 5–9 PM
Friday 6–8 PM
Saturday 8 AM–1 PM
Sunday 8:30 AM–9:30 PM

Hours shift for holidays and class-schedule changes — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Kickboxing classes on the schedule at Martial Strength Training Academy, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🔥 Cardio Kickboxing 3 mentions

“Great place to learn authentic Bruce Lee's Jeet Kune Do as well as Muay Thai, BJJ and get a great workout.”

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🧒 Kids Kickboxing 6 mentions

“It’s a positive environment for kids and adults with excellent instruction and they operate with integrity and respect!”

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🌱 Beginners 4 mentions

“Mike's personal and catered approach allows students ranging from beginners like myself, to advanced practitioners, to train effectively in the same classes.”

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🦵 Muay Thai 2 mentions

“We offer classes for all ages and skill levels, taught by highly trained coaches in JKD, Muay Thai, Kali, and Jiu Jitsu, along with practical self-defense programs.”

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👤 Private Lessons

“Been taking private lessons with Mike over the last few weeks and can honestly say that he is awesome!”

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Other martial arts here

Kickboxing gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at Martial Strength Training Academy — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🦵 Muay Thai 2 mentions

“We offer classes for all ages and skill levels, taught by highly trained coaches in JKD, Muay Thai, Kali, and Jiu Jitsu, along with practical self-defense programs.”

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🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 4 mentions

“We offer classes for all ages and skill levels, taught by highly trained coaches in JKD, Muay Thai, Kali, and Jiu Jitsu, along with practical self-defense programs.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“We offer classes for all ages and skill levels, taught by highly trained coaches in JKD, Muay Thai, Kali, and Jiu Jitsu, along with practical self-defense programs.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want muay thai, boxing, or MMA alongside your kickboxing, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 27 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, motivating coaching 3 mentions

“Martial Strength Training Academy is the best martial arts school around—owned and led by Michael Wohlfert, Guro, Ajarn, Sifu, and all-around amazing coach.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 4 mentions

“Mike's personal and catered approach allows students ranging from beginners like myself, to advanced practitioners, to train effectively in the same classes.”

🎉 fun, high-energy classes 2 mentions

“MSTA encourages a sense of community and this shows through in the classes - participants encourage each other and sessions are upbeat and fun.”

💦 killer cardio workout 3 mentions

“Great place to learn authentic Bruce Lee's Jeet Kune Do as well as Muay Thai, BJJ and get a great workout.”

🧠 builds confidence & relieves stress 2 mentions

“At MSTA, you’ll train in a friendly, supportive environment where you can get fit, build confidence, and have fun doing it.”

🤝 friendly, family gym 7 mentions

“MSTA is more than a fitness center, it is a place where you will adopt another family while changing your body physically and mentally.”

From the reviews

Excellent school for Martial Arts. Mike's personal and catered approach allows students ranging from beginners like myself, to advanced practitioners, to train effectively in the same classes.

★★★★★ — Kristen, May 2019

Martial Strength Training Academy is the best martial arts school around—owned and led by Michael Wohlfert, Guro, Ajarn, Sifu, and all-around amazing coach. We offer classes for all ages and skill levels, taught by highly trained coaches in JKD, Muay Thai, Kali, and Jiu Jitsu, along with practical self-defense…

★★★★★ — Judy, Aug 2025

MSTA is a great place to learn martial arts duo to the positive attitude of the instructors, the attention to details and most importantly, the opportunity to let you learn at your own pace whether you’re a beginner or with experience. If schools taught this way, our kids would be geniuses.

★★★★★ — Enver, Jul 2025

Great teaching methods and is always something new that presents itself. There is coach that pushes my limits , he is a special one, this made it a worthwhile investment. The engage learning of airflow definitely changes the way you think.

★★★★★ — Volodymyr, Feb 2026

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New to kickboxing? Start at Martial Strength Training Academy

Martial Strength Training Academy 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.

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Your first kickboxing class at Martial Strength Training Academy

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.

Kickboxing is a contact sport. Warm up, pace yourself, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Martial Strength Training Academy

1349 US-202, Branchburg, NJ08853

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