Strong individuals, strong teams, strong community. Pro or first timer, everyone starts with our one-week Quick Start for $39.
“We don’t stand in front of you and tell you how to kick. We teach you how to fight for your own personal growth, on and off the mats.”
Yes, our coaches have been to Thailand and yes, our coaches have been in the ring. But that’s not what defines us. We are strong, intelligent, caring and hard working people who want to help you understand how strong you can be.
Some people want to learn to fight. Some want to make better decisions in their lives. Some are just looking to change up their routine. Our coaches are here to get you there.
Gym-rat veteran or total beginner, every new member starts with a one-week Quick Start. It’s how you meet the coaches, learn how we do things, and find out if 8 Limbs is your place.
Ages 14+Class-based training in the art and discipline of competitive Muay Thai, alongside a supportive community of fellow butt kickers.
Ages 14+Weightlifting, kettlebells and sport-specific training. An aggressive, progressive approach to moving well and getting strong.
Ages 8–14Discipline, confidence, respect and resilience. Watch your kids find their voice and hone their inner butt-kicker, coached by fathers and community leaders.
No matter your experience or how long you’ve been training, everyone goes through our intake process.
Pick Muay Thai, Strength, or Youth. $39 for the week.
Answer our automatic emails and book your introductory lesson.
One of our coaches confirms your intro by text or email.
Get there 10 minutes early and get ready to work.
Please don’t just show up and hope to train. That’s just not how we do things. Start with a Quick Start, and we’ll take it from there.
Classes seven days a week, mornings and nights. Quick Starts join the Beginner/Intermediate Muay Thai classes.
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8am | Strength | Strength | |||||
| 8:30am | Strength | ||||||
| 9am | Strength | Strength | Strength | Strength | Strength | ||
| 9:30am | Strength | ||||||
| 10am | Beg/Int Muay ThaiQuick Starts welcome | Beg/Int Muay ThaiQuick Starts welcome | Beg/Int Muay ThaiQuick Starts welcome | Beg/Int Muay ThaiQuick Starts welcome | Youth Muay Thai10:15–11am | Beg/Int Muay ThaiQuick Starts welcome | |
| 11am | Beg/Int Muay ThaiQuick Starts welcome | ||||||
| 5pm | Strength | Strength | |||||
| 5:15pm | Youth Muay Thai5:15–6pm | Youth Muay Thai5:15–6pm | |||||
| 6pm | Beg/Int Muay ThaiQuick Starts welcomeStrength | Beg/Int Muay ThaiQuick Starts welcomeStrength | Beg/Int Muay ThaiQuick Starts welcome | Beg/Int Muay ThaiQuick Starts welcomeStrength | |||
| 7pm | SparringNo Quick Starts | E.P. Muay ThaiIntermediate · no Quick Starts | SparringNo Quick Starts | E.P. Muay ThaiIntermediate · no Quick Starts |
Tough, battle-tested humans. But that’s not what makes them qualified to stand in front of you. Strong, caring, hard working people who want you to get as strong as you can be.
In the Muay Thai world since 2005: student, competitor, official, and now full-time coach. On the coaching staff for the USMF World Championship team, the WBC World Champion team and the WKA world team. Loving husband, strong father, shredding guitar player, aging skate rat.
Started Muay Thai in 2010 and was fighting within her first year. Won titles all over the USA and fought and trained around the globe, then built one of the most dynamic strength programs in the country. Best mom in the world, best cook on earth.
Here since the doors opened. Veteran of 30+ fights and still competing. Made his pro debut in 2026. Father of 6. Matt is the man.
NASM and StrongFirst certified, master’s in Human Anatomy & Physiology. Muay Thai with friends, books, riding her bike.
Started S&C here in 2019. Now RKC kettlebell certified and has fought Muay Thai.
Doctor of Physical Therapy (Temple). Kettlebell instructor, 2nd-degree black belt in Krav Maga, BJJ blue belt.
Trained and competed at 8 Limbs, and loves helping kids grow in confidence, discipline and resilience. Works with children professionally as an RBT/BHT. Outside the gym: Muay Thai with friends, watching fights, video games and his cat.
Enjoys playing video games and kicking adults in the head. Rio has a few fights and is nasty.
Registered Nurse and StrongFirst Kettlebell Certified. Married, dog mom, and has a twin sister!
Here since early 2023, with a rugby and endurance sports background as both coach and athlete. Social worker with the City of Philadelphia and former educator. Recently had his first official fight and loves helping fighters of every level.
Started at 8 Limbs in 2018, has been coaching and competing ever since. Outside of the gym is a carpenter and a musician.
Resident Muay Thai nerd. 10 years, 30+ fights, and 3 gym locations proudly under the 8 Limbs banner. Public Health researcher who races bikes on weekends and loves a good playlist.
If you’re checking us out because you want to fight, yes, we can absolutely help you there.
Lots of pads and bags. Tons of weights and kettlebells.
“I was nervous to come as a beginner, but the 8 Limbs community is so kind and welcoming. All of the coaches were helpful, and all in the class were happy to help me.”
Kate Martin“A very welcoming gym with a diverse group of skilled coaches and fighters. Good balance between fun and putting in work.”
Danny“Super clean and organized facility! Classes are structured very well and the training partners are friendly and welcoming!”
Astacia Vormelker“Great coaches with different styles but most importantly, very effective pedagogy.”
Vatsal Mehta“If you’re looking for a welcoming and high-energy gym, it is the place to be!”
Alexander LubneuskiLet’s keep this as simple as possible. Hit us with a text. Feel free to call, but text is much better.
5111 Chancellor St.
Philadelphia, PA 19134
