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SMF Striking
5 ★★★★★ 33 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Phillipsburg, New Jersey
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
- Sparring sparring and partner work for members who want it — always optional, eased in gradually, with the coach controlling the contact
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule smfstriking.net — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (908) 328-1681
Hours
| Monday | 5:30 AM–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 5:30 AM–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:30 AM–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 5:30 AM–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 5:30 AM–6 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–12 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“Whether you want to improve your speed, refine your technique, or just get a great workout, there’s something here for everyone.”
“Whether you’re a complete beginner or more advanced — from teens to much older — these classes are a fantastic way to get fit, learn new skills, and have a great time doing it!”
“I've been training with Shaun for many years, and since SMF Striking opened, it's been my go-to gym for Muay Thai and boxing.”
“Every session is tailored to what I need to improve, and I’ve already noticed significant progress in my movement, balance, and overall understanding of boxing.”
“I’m a beginner and have been doing one-on-one Muay Thai training at SMF Striking.”
“Whether you’re a complete beginner or more advanced — from teens to much older — these classes are a fantastic way to get fit, learn new skills, and have a great time doing it!”
“My son and I have have been training with Shawn at SMF since May and absolutely love it!”
Other martial arts here
“I've been training with Shaun for many years, and since SMF Striking opened, it's been my go-to gym for Muay Thai and boxing.”
“Every session is tailored to what I need to improve, and I’ve already noticed significant progress in my movement, balance, and overall understanding of boxing.”
“Coach Shaun Malloy, a personal trainer and MMA amateur, is highly skilled and motivating.”
What members say
“The trainer is great, the atmosphere is supportive, and the classes are both challenging and fun.”
“Whether you’re a complete beginner or more advanced — from teens to much older — these classes are a fantastic way to get fit, learn new skills, and have a great time doing it!”
“Whether you want to improve your speed, refine your technique, or just get a great workout, there’s something here for everyone.”
“He breaks down technique really well while keeping the energy up, so you get a killer workout without it ever feeling repetitive.”
“If you're looking for a striking gym that delivers grade-A training, an encouraging atmosphere and a supportive community, look no further than SMF Striking.”
From the reviews
If you're looking for a striking gym that delivers grade-A training, an encouraging atmosphere and a supportive community, look no further than SMF Striking. Coach Shaun Malloy, a personal trainer and MMA amateur, is highly skilled and motivating.
I’ve been taking classes at Shaun Maloy Fitness for nearly 3 months now, and it’s been a great experience. I had no prior Muay Thai or boxing experience before starting, and as someone in my 50s getting back into shape after many years, I wasn’t sure what to expect — but this has been exactly what I needed.
Joining SMF Striking has honestly been one of the best things I’ve done for myself. I came in as a total beginner and was a bit nervous, but that disappeared fast the vibe is super welcoming and Coach Shaun is awesome. He really knows how to teach in a way that makes sense, no pressure, just steady progress.
I’ve been training at SMF Striking for two months now, and it’s been an awesome experience. The trainer is great, the atmosphere is supportive, and the classes are both challenging and fun. The gym has everything you need to improve, and the community is fantastic. Highly recommend!
New to kickboxing? Start at SMF Striking
SMF Striking comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. 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 SMF Striking
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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