Fight Firm Muay Thai Boxing Gym — Local services in Philadelphia

I trained there, but I was not welcome. I walked in talked to Tuan Pham about training he gave me the run down and I joined. When I started they was friendly to get me into the door but after I was treated like I was some bum off the streets. The participants were all friendly and helped me a lot but the BJJ coach who did not know me by the way looked at me as if he didn't like me I wrote it off and tried to talk to him about training so he can see I wasn't a bad guy, I asked him to show me how to get out of a kimura lock and he told me and I quote "I don't tap until it's almost about to break" then looked at me as to say get away from me, I could see he had an attitude with not just me but other newcomers as well, but he was cool with the fighters and people that been there for years. I think his name was Edwin or something I know every martial arts gym has their cliks fighters hang with fighters, trainers hang with fighters and alumni, this is why MMA gyms are intimidating. Only places I never feel like I'm not welcome is Daddis and Balance studios some of the nicest trainers that are willing to make you a better martial artist they welcome everybody. Oh and one day I trained at fight firm on a Sunday when they have open mat. Everybody outside the gym was friendly and helped me learn new BJJ moves. I rolled with a lot of them and it was awesome but the same day a guy from fight firm came in and asked to roll I said yes and he got me in an armbar and locked my other hand with his legs so I couldn't tap and hyper-extended my arm and popped my elbow out of place that's why I don't go there anymore that made me leave for good and my elbow has never been the same since. I hold no ill will to any of them I hope they keep training, but learn that people are there to learn not be treated like dirt I hope they have success, but I will never go back. I only wrote this so fight firm can see it and anybody else that is thinking about joining you should definitely try it but if they are treating you like they did me leave before you suffer...

Fight Firm to me "is" the best M.M.A., Martial Arts, and fitness center in the whole entirety of the city of brotherly love! Its a nice friendly environment, professional, courteous, to new members and people that just are interested in staying in shape, getting in shape, fighting as professional, or just as a hobby. Nothing is to big or small for the "Firm". Great ownership, and very well managed over all, once you start going its going to become like your second home. Honestly speaking its my home away from home, they are like my family now. Every one takes care of them self's with respect and look out for each other, you learn everyday something new there isn't a day that passes by that you wont learn something even form new people, questions and logics every one bring something to the table, even if they are amateurs. Nothing can beat a place that feels like family, I've been to other gyms in the city as I'm a personal trainer and martial artist my self, and definitely, "fight firm" has left an ever lasting impression. So come on down, we have even big shots going in and out, and you might get to meet some and even get tips, if your in the profession or a fan. Come join today one of the fastest growing gyms in the area, you wont regret it I've been going for over 2 years and "I haven't regret it yet"; id love to give a shout out to my mentors, Tuan, Rygiel, Justin, Drew, G, Devon, Aaron, Mike, Ed, Nah-shon, Kasey ,T , and many more you can learn from every one here!!!! Thanks for helping me grow as a fighter and may "Fight Firm" help many...

I've been to just about every MMA/Boxing gym within a two mile radius of Center City and Fight Firm is hands-down the best MMA training facility in Philadelphia. It is the real thing. I have been a member for two months now. My favorite class is boxing fundamentals class with Alby (sp?). It is a workout AND a learning experience. Devon, who is actually an accomplished MMA fighter, teaches Muay Thai and he makes training in a violent sport FUN. I like that it is a beginner-friendly gym. At first I was hesitant that I would have to fight someone the first week but I was quickly put at ease. I never have to actually fight someone but if I am confident that I will can kick someone's a$$ if I ever needed to defend myself.

If you are looking for a nice polished gym like LA Fitness, then Fight Firm probably isn't going to be the place for you. They are not a "commercial" gym and do not pretend to be. I strongly recommend Fight Firm for anyone serious about getting in shape, learning how to...