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Princeton Academy Of Martial Arts
4.9 ★★★★★ 206 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Princeton Junction, New Jersey
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
- Kids & teen classes kids and teen kickboxing classes — built around confidence, focus, and fun
- 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 pamausa.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (609) 917-7131
Hours
| Monday | 1–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 1–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 1–8 PM |
| Thursday | 1–8 PM |
| Friday | 1–6:30 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–1 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“They are top-notch instructors who teach kids a lot of different life skills, not only related to martial arts.”
“This academy is great for everyone, even beginners, as teachers and fellow students can answer questions and provide help.”
“Produced a lot of successful amateur fighters.”
“My son and I attended the Living Muay Thai summit and had a wonderful time.”
“Most specifically my instructor Max Wang is deftly proficient in Filipino disciplines as well a as Bruce Lees Jeet Kune Do and killer at Boxing.”
Other martial arts here
“My son and I attended the Living Muay Thai summit and had a wonderful time.”
“Most specifically my instructor Max Wang is deftly proficient in Filipino disciplines as well a as Bruce Lees Jeet Kune Do and killer at Boxing.”
“This is real-life training, not only for self-defense purposes, but also an excellent way to develop good character from a young age.”
What members say
“The high-level coaches provide world-class instruction while maintaining authentic training rooted in centuries-old wisdom.”
“This academy is great for everyone, even beginners, as teachers and fellow students can answer questions and provide help.”
“Princeton Academy of Martial Arts perfectly combines traditional martial arts with a welcoming family atmosphere.”
From the reviews
I've had my child trained in PAMA for a year now and the progress has been phenomenal. This is real-life training, not only for self-defense purposes, but also an excellent way to develop good character from a young age.
Great martial arts school that teaches a variety of arts. Very strong FMA program, and they also host lots of special events with grandmasters of the arts! The vibe is very fun, full of camaraderie and solid training for beginners through advanced practitioners alike. Well worth checking out!
Being a life long martial artist (30+years) I can definitely say that when you come across martial arts school that advertises teaching several different fight styles, they typical do not. This school had instructors that are truly SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTS in various martial arts disciplines!
If you are at all interested in a martial arts discipline this is the OG. Most critically acclaimed bastion of MA training programs in the country. The founder Rick Tucci Punong Guro is an icon in various martial arts disciplines. He put together a staff that as no equal.
New to kickboxing? Start at Princeton Academy Of Martial Arts
Princeton Academy Of Martial Arts 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 Princeton Academy Of Martial Arts
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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