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Yeah, there’s actually a boxing gym over there.

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Thanks, briskjackal5!

Hey everyone—quick request for some martial arts gym recommendations. Ideally looking for something women-friendly too. I want to rule out judo, karate, Taekwondo, boxing, and wrestling for now.
I’m all about using both hands and feet when I fight—I've got good speed and can be pretty aggressive when I need to be. Because of that, I'm leaning toward Muay Thai (maybe?) or, more likely, kickboxing and Jiu-Jitsu. The only catch is I'm having a hard time finding anything decent near the Upper West Side. Help??

It looks like Barun Trenk has officially landed in the Ravnica setting!

Translate that to Thai... come on, let's go, what now?
Luckily they don't have an international site.. 🙄

Thanks a lot, Brandon Hayes73—anyone else got any info? Maybe some info on kick? Or jiu-jitsu?
If not, I'm just gonna head over there..

I made the call, they're filling up.. 😢

Joshua Clark said:That sounds like something out of a movie... oh man, here we go now...
I mean, thank goodness they don't have an official website or anything... 🙄

So, would you rather be out surfing or actually hitting the mats for training? 😁

Oh, I bet they totally told you they were all booked up.
Every single gym tells you they’re full the second you call them... honestly, I think it's just the first test of your chi... maybe? haha.

- briskjackal5 -

I was planning on showing up, but some girl snatched my phone and told me she’d call me later—said she’d put me on "the list," blah blah blah. Also, just a heads-up: I don't think Thai culture is quite that desperate for people to show up, pay for training, and hang out recreationally—I highly doubt they'd let me through the door just to practice for fun, especially since I'm already 23.
briskjackal5, you're always dropping gems for everyone... alright then, go ahead—lay it on us. 🙂

Joshua Clark said:Hey everyone, I need some quick recommendations for a martial arts club. Ideally somewhere women-friendly too. Please skip judo, karate, Taekwondo, boxing, and wrestling.
I love using both my hands and feet when fighting. I'm fast and can get pretty aggressive, so I'm thinking maybe Muay Thai—or potentially kickboxing or Jiu Jitsu. The catch? I can't find anything decent near the Maximiles area. Help!!

Check out the spot over by Bukov near Pip's place. It’s not far up from you at all.
Really nice facility.

So, what sport we talking about—and where at? 😘

Joshua Clark said:But what kind of sports? And where exactly? 😘

I’m not entirely sure what they offer. I know they have Muay Thai, maybe some boxing, and some women's fitness stuff. Just Google "Local Sports Club" or something—it should pop up the address, phone number, and everything else you need.

Hmm... sounds more like my ex's dance troupe, "Pipi," but alright...
PIPI
If that’s what you're thinking, they do offer belly dancing classes—but I've already finished those.
Come on, guys, liven it up! + I can really feel the advantage of using this fitness center, plus they run occasional workshops here and there.
Correct me if I'm wrong. I'm calling, but no one's picking up right now—I'll try again in the morning.

Hey, I actually ran into an FRIEND through a contact where this incredibly sweet woman told me they’re also totally packed—but she gave me the coach's number, and he runs sessions right nearby too.
Thanks, everyone. Truly.

Joshua Clark said:That's some Thai thing... seriously, give me a break...
It’s probably for the best they don't have an official site—makes things easier, I guess. 🙄

Joshua Clark, check this out:
http://www.profightstore.com/content...etails&ID=1510

Looks like some kind of "law" specifically for women—you know, the fighters type. There was actually a segment on the news last Sunday about a seminar covering self-defense, fitness, and all that good stuff...😁 😎

This was the specific seminar they were talking about: http://www.profightstore.com/content...etails&ID=1576

Joshua Clark said:Hmm... sounds more like my ex's dance troupe, "Pipi," but whatever...
PIPI
If that's what you're thinking, they actually have belly dancing classes, though I'm already done with those.
Come on, guys, lighten up! Honestly, the main perk here is the fitness center itself, and they run random classes every now and then.
Correct me if I'm wrong. I'll call them, but they aren't picking up right now. I'll try again in the morning.

Look, I'm telling you, they even have Muay Thai there, and it'll be great if Pipi is the one teaching.

Joshua Clark, you've got a whole crew here talking about Krav Maga😎—check it out, I even found the link to that radio segment they did on WXRT (post #37 by hiddensailor14):

Paul Perez4 said:Joshua Clark, check this out:
http://www.profightstore.com/content...etails&ID=1510

Looks like a total game-changer for women—you know, the fighters type. There was actually a segment on the news last Sunday about a seminar focused on self-defense plus conditioning and all that stuff. 😁 😎

Here’s the info on that specific seminar: http://www.profightstore.com/content...etails&ID=1576

Classes are held over at the State Fairgrounds in Pavilion 25—Tuesdays from 7 to 9 PM and Thursdays from 9:30 to 11 PM.
I was asking about the gym near Central Park... but thanks anyway—honestly, now I'm kind of bummed because yours looks way better than the one I was planning to go to. 😢

Justin Adams5 said:Look, I’m telling you—they have Muay Thai over there too, and it’ll be solid if Pipi is running the show.

I gave them a call—apparently, the women's classes are just pad work, no contact, while the full-contact stuff is strictly for the guys.
I've already got some pads at home, so...

Joshua Clark said:I called them up. They have Thai women for training on bags—just hitting the bag, no contact—but the guy who does contact training is specifically for men.
I’ve already got a heavy bag at home, so...

😘
Look, messing around with a bag by yourself at home is a completely different beast than having someone actually show you how to strike. You probably won't even get drilled properly. You’ll never work at the pace a real trainer forces on you, and honestly, you won't learn anything. You're just going to end up injured because you don't know how to throw a proper punch.
If you're looking for actual sparring, there's a club near the old downtown mosque in my neighborhood.

Save that little bit of sympathy for someone else—you clearly have no clue about my rhythm or how I actually work the bag, so don't go judging before you know what's up. (Sorry, you just got under my skin)
If you’re actually curious, I’ve got plenty of street-level experience. The bag is just my way to unwind, and since I’ve got a kid now, I prefer keeping my gym sessions controlled and focused.
Yeah, I want the contact—heavy hitting works for me, so keep talking.