- Address:4542 Baltimore Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19143
- Phone:(267) 405-3273
- Website:http://www.8limbsacademy.com/
- Rating:4.6
- Hours:
| Tue | 06:00 am -09:00 pm |
| Wed | 06:00 am -09:00 pm |
| Thu | 06:00 am -09:00 pm |
| Fri | 06:00 am -09:00 pm |
| Sat | 08:00 am -02:00 pm |
8 Limbs Academy
Reviews
Rated 4.6/5 based on 19 customer reviews.
Matt Lucas
November 22, 2018 11:32
Located in University City VIII Limbs is a warm and inclusive Muay Thai gym that offers boxing, kettlebell training, and of course Muay Thai. They offer a quick start program that is cheap and a great way to dip your feet into the sport. A shirt and gloves comes with the two week package.
The owners, Charlie and Kate, are experienced coaches and both have fought before. Charlie has a really vibrant personality and always has a smile on his face. Kate is a bit more of a drill sergeant so there is a good balance between the two.
Assistant Coach Mary Bee is a great addition to the staff as well. She's fought several times in Thailand and is an active competitor in America. She has a real passion for teaching and has a wholesome demeanor making her very approachable. Mary teaches a weekly LGBT class which really helps the gym be inclusive.
The membership of the gym is quite large so if you're looking to make friends this is a great place to go to as well.
They have a large fight team as well for those of you looking to enter the ring. That of course isn't mandatory though. On the downside the fight team is pretty green but since the gym is only about 4 years old that is to be expected.
With reasonable prices, good coaching, and lots of people to work with VIII Limbs is a good spot for those of you looking to enter the world of Muay Thai.
Jennifer Higa
August 8, 2018 09:44
Incredible coach and really great deal! The coaches have the best energy and mindset, and are also very community oriented. Went for my first class yesterday and am already falling in love with the sport. Seems like a great place to get away from the chaos of life.
A Google User
August 8, 2018 09:44
Incredible coach and really great deal! The coaches have the best energy and mindset, and are also very community oriented. Went for my first class yesterday and am already falling in love with the sport. Seems like a great place to get away from the chaos of life.
Erin McGowan
October 19, 2017 08:43
Ever since I started going to 8 Limbs Academy in March I have been hooked! The coaches create such an inviting, welcome environment where you are encouraged to push and challenge yourself. I have met so many great people and friends and consistently leave a work out feeling proud of myself. I absolutely love the workouts! Best stress reliever ever.
Denise Lynch
October 19, 2017 08:43
A West Philly Gem! You'd be hard-pressed to find a more welcoming place to workout and learn a martial art. The owners and assistant coaches are super knowledgeable, supportive and motivating; the students are as well. It's been a pleasure watching their growth over the past 5 months; great addition to the neighborhood!
Betz Morris
October 19, 2017 08:43
So??? Are children able to attend this boxing class?? My son is 5 years old
Hasan Smith
October 19, 2017 08:43
Nice facility however a little disappointed with the approach. If you have some experience I'd recommend finding a place that's not as judgemental and standoffish. Very clear to me my presence was not welcome here
Laurie -old email address- Sather
October 19, 2017 08:43
Muay Thai is for everyone! Whether you are an experienced fighter or have never done anything remotely like martial arts before, 8 Limbs Academy is the place to train.
Even though we all work out together, everyone works at their own skill level. People come for all reasons, some are serious fighters, some just want exercise or try something new, and others like me wanted to lose weight (and have!). There are students of all ages (the kids classes are amazing!) and come from all backgrounds and fitness levels.
All of the coaches are top notch. Each provides helpful instruction and encouragement. The coaches really push you to push yourself to work as hard as you can.
As an added bonus, the coaches are also the nicest people and have cultivated the greatest, most supportive community I have ever experienced.
Betz Morris
April 17, 2017 20:32
So??? Are children able to attend this boxing class?? My son is 5 years old
Hasan Smith
November 10, 2016 11:19
Nice facility however a little disappointed with the approach. If you have some experience I'd recommend finding a place that's not as judgemental and standoffish. Very clear to me my presence was not welcome here
Erin McGowan
August 22, 2015 11:22
Ever since I started going to 8 Limbs Academy in March I have been hooked! The coaches create such an inviting, welcome environment where you are encouraged to push and challenge yourself. I have met so many great people and friends and consistently leave a work out feeling proud of myself. I absolutely love the workouts! Best stress reliever ever.
A Google User
August 22, 2015 11:22
Ever since I started going to 8 Limbs Academy in March I have been hooked! The coaches create such an inviting, welcome environment where you are encouraged to push and challenge yourself. I have met so many great people and friends and consistently leave a work out feeling proud of myself. I absolutely love the workouts! Best stress reliever ever.
Dwayne Culler
August 18, 2015 02:20
The coaches are highly skill, very approachable, and will not give up on you. The classes are fun and exciting with a welcome atmosphere for people from all shapes and sizes no matter of your martial arts background. At the end of your workout, you will pass your own limitations by the coaches not giving up on you.
A Google User
August 15, 2015 11:43
Muay Thai is for everyone! Whether you are an experienced fighter or have never done anything remotely like martial arts before, 8 Limbs Academy is the place to train.
Even though we all work out together, everyone works at their own skill level. People come for all reasons, some are serious fighters, some just want exercise or try something new, and others like me wanted to lose weight (and have!). There are students of all ages (the kids classes are amazing!) and come from all backgrounds and fitness levels.
All of the coaches are top notch. Each provides helpful instruction and encouragement. The coaches really push you to push yourself to work as hard as you can.
As an added bonus, the coaches are also the nicest people and have cultivated the greatest, most supportive community I have ever experienced.
Laurie -old email address- Sather
August 15, 2015 11:43
Muay Thai is for everyone! Whether you are an experienced fighter or have never done anything remotely like martial arts before, 8 Limbs Academy is the place to train.
Even though we all work out together, everyone works at their own skill level. People come for all reasons, some are serious fighters, some just want exercise or try something new, and others like me wanted to lose weight (and have!). There are students of all ages (the kids classes are amazing!) and come from all backgrounds and fitness levels.
All of the coaches are top notch. Each provides helpful instruction and encouragement. The coaches really push you to push yourself to work as hard as you can.
As an added bonus, the coaches are also the nicest people and have cultivated the greatest, most supportive community I have ever experienced.
Mark Davis
August 14, 2015 23:22
Does anyone still say "the bee's knee's"? Because if they did it would be completely applicable here. Walking into one of the foundations class you quickly find all levels of training; running the gamut of very first class to amateur fighter. And impressively enough, the coaches make sure that we all come out of feeling worked.
Colin Drake
August 14, 2015 22:29
Best gym of any kind in West Philly, whether you're training for actual fights or just pushing yourself physically with a group of lovely peoples. They have a great 2 week intro package where you can go to as many classes as you like and your gloves are included. So glad the coaches set up shop here!
A Google User
August 14, 2015 20:47
A West Philly Gem! You'd be hard-pressed to find a more welcoming place to workout and learn a martial art. The owners and assistant coaches are super knowledgeable, supportive and motivating; the students are as well. It's been a pleasure watching their growth over the past 5 months; great addition to the neighborhood!
Denise Lynch
August 14, 2015 20:47
A West Philly Gem! You'd be hard-pressed to find a more welcoming place to workout and learn a martial art. The owners and assistant coaches are super knowledgeable, supportive and motivating; the students are as well. It's been a pleasure watching their growth over the past 5 months; great addition to the neighborhood!