Boxing Gyms in Garwood, New Jersey

Fight and Fitness MMA is located at 300 South Ave., Garwood, NJ 07027, serving the community since 2013 with instructors teaching nationally since 1990. Ranked #1 in Garwood for 10 years and #2 in all of New Jersey, the gym offers a safe, welcoming atmosphere for students of all ages and experience levels. Programs include Preschool Martial Arts (ages 4-6), Kids Martial Arts (7-14), Adult Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (15+), Muay Thai Kickboxing (15+), Women's Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (13+), and Adult MMA (15+), blending self-defense, fitness, and life skills.

Head instructor Professor Walter Kimmel is a 7th-degree Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt with over 50 years of experience in kickboxing, Muay Thai, BJJ, wrestling, and MMA. Classes run 7 days a week, serving Garwood, Westfield, Cranford, Clark, Scotch Plains, and Kenilworth. Contact via 908-715-0977 or [email protected].

Spyda Muay Thai is located at 55 South Ave in Garwood, New Jersey, offering authentic Muay Thai training since 2013. The gym provides martial arts programs for all ages and skill levels, from beginners to experienced athletes, in a safe and welcoming environment. Preschool classes focus on gross motor skills and school readiness, while kids' classes teach self-defense alongside life skills like discipline and respect. Teen classes combine fitness and self-defense to build confidence, and adult classes offer practical training in punches, kicks, elbows, and knees.

Head Coach Jean "Spyda" Clervois brings over 15 years of experience, including training with champions in Thailand. The coaching team also includes Jordan McFarland and David Figueroa. The gym has cornered over 200 fights, with fighters competing internationally. Trial classes and special packages are available, including starter packs with gear for kids, teens, and adults. Parents can watch children's classes or join adult sessions. Spyda Muay Thai serves Garwood and nearby towns like Cranford, Westfield, Scotch Plains, Kenilworth, and Clark.

Renzo Gracie Garwood is located at 155b South Avenue, Garwood, NJ 07027. The gym offers Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) for adults, kids, and women, along with No-Gi grappling and Executive BJJ classes. Programs focus on self-defense, fitness, and mental resilience, with group and private classes led by certified black belt instructors.

Operating hours are 5pm to 9pm on weekdays and 10am to 2pm on weekends. New students can try a free trial. The gym welcomes all ages, backgrounds, and skill levels in an inclusive environment.

Key instructors include Carlos "Bronco" Oliveira (black belt under Raphael Barboza), Alex Rocha (black belt under Rigan Machado), Edwin "Eddie" Cruz (self-defense and anti-bullying specialist), and Tommy Caruso (black belt under Renzo Gracie).

Strict mat rules ensure safety, hygiene, and respect. Programs include Kids BJJ (7+), Little Cubs (up to 6), Women's BJJ, and Self-Defense/Bully Proof training. Executive BJJ offers a less intense pace for mature students.

Contact via phone (908) 487-5238 or email [email protected]. The gym fosters a supportive, goal-driven training atmosphere under the Renzo Gracie affiliation.

Rock Steady Boxing Central Jersey Boxing for Parkinson's patients is a specialized gym in Garwood, New Jersey, focused on supporting individuals with Parkinson's disease through boxing-based fitness programs. The gym is currently listed as "Coming Soon," encouraging visitors to check back for updates. Its unique approach combines boxing training with exercises designed to improve mobility, strength, and overall quality of life for Parkinson's patients. The facility aims to provide a supportive and empowering environment tailored to the needs of its members.