Koa Fitness - Newark (CA)

5 /5 Pranil Prasad: I trained in Muay Thai at this gym for about six months, and honestly, it was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. The coaches—Master Anh, Coach Ron, Coach John, and Coach Angelo—are amazing. They know their stuff when it comes to Muay Thai and boxing, but what really sets them apart is how patient and understanding they are. They make sure you’re learning the right techniques and keeping things fun at the same time. The gym itself is awesome. It’s super spacious, clean, and has more than enough punching bags for everyone. You never feel cramped or like you’re fighting for space. The coaches are so hands-on—they’ll come around, check in on you, and give you tips so you’re not building bad habits. You can tell they really care about your progress, which makes a huge difference. The whole vibe of the gym is just next level. The front desk staff is super friendly and helpful, and the community of people who train there is amazing. Everyone’s so welcoming and supportive. You’ll make friends, find great sparring partners, and just feel like you’re part of a big family. It’s not just a gym—it’s a place to grow, both physically and mentally, and the positive energy is contagious. If you’re looking for a gym, this should be your first pick. Whether you’re brand new or already have some experience, this is the perfect place to learn, build confidence, and surround yourself with great people who’ll push you to be your best. I can’t recommend it enough! - P

5 /5 Gian: Ive been doing the boxing and muay thai here for almost 9 months now and its been great. The coaches are all knowledgeable and the staff is very helpful/supportive. I mainly take the boxing class so Ill speak more about that. There are boxing classes for all age groups and skill levels. They have open sparring twice a week and there are some active amateur fighters training here so the sparring is good and technical. If youre not interested in sparring/competing the class is still a lot of fun and a great workout. Great place, would recommend!

5 /5 Jian Paronia: Used to trai here back in 2017 when Coach Evan was still the boxing coach. The pandemic hit and for obvious reasons, stopped coming. Just signed back up last month, and been training with Coach John. Great Coach. Pushes me to keep going and knows exactly what I need to do to get better. Even saw a few people I used to train with back in the day too! Im also thinking about joining another class, but let me get back into the groove first, and Ill get into that later lol Thanks Coach!

5 /5 Lawrence Simon: The KTA CrossFit program here is very well run, and I would recommend it to anyone. The entire coaching staff is highly knowledgeable and provides a great environment. The coaching you get isnt just a scenario where youll be left to your own devices but will have knowledgeable professionals who can help you learn the required movement patterns and stay safe while going through your workouts. On top of all this, very thoughtful programming is done which will help people at any level of fitness reach their goals. The gym itself is a clean and open space with staff available to help with inquiries. All in all, the gym, coaches, and community all create a great environment for anyone to improve their fitness.

5 /5 Kathryn Wright: Ive been with KOA Fitness since 2014. I love the environment and and family feel. Instructors and staff are top notch from the time you enter the door, step on the mats and leave to go home. Coaches and instructors are very knowledgeable and seasoned. The members are hospitable and welcoming. I plan to be with KOA Fitness for a long time and would recommend their programs to all that seek life improvement and a healthy lifestyle