Youth Muay Thai: 7-13 Striking

Build confidence, discipline, and fitness while learning authentic Muay Thai, the art of respect, focus, and powerful striking.

Program Overview

Our Youth Muay Thai program teaches the fundamentals of striking, balance, and discipline in a structured and positive environment. Designed for ages 7–13, students learn proper technique in punches, kicks, knees, and elbows while developing coordination, confidence, and respect.

Through age-appropriate training and drills, students build both physical fitness and mental focus. As part of Defensive Edge’s authentic Muay Thai curriculum, kids learn the values of patience, humility, and perseverance, skills that serve them both inside and outside the gym.

Focus & Respect

Teaches concentration, discipline, and respect for instructors and training partners, core values of Muay Thai.

Technique & Coordination

Builds balance, timing, and proper striking form through structured pad work and drills.

Fitness & Strength

Builds balance, timing, and proper striking form through structured pad work and drills.

Confidence & Self-Control

Develops confidence, composure, and emotional control, empowering kids to stay calm under pressure.

What to Expect in Class

Youth Muay Thai classes focus on teaching proper stance, footwork, and striking techniques using hands, elbows, knees, and kicks. Students learn through pad drills, partner combinations, and light technical sparring, all supervised to ensure safety and fun.

Each class blends conditioning, technique, and discipline, helping students build strong habits and confidence inside and outside the gym. The atmosphere is supportive and energetic, giving kids the tools to grow physically and mentally while learning authentic Muay Thai.

Class Info

Class Length: 45 minutes
Age Group: 7-13 years
Skill Level: All levels welcome

Class Schedule

Monday (combined with Youth MMA) 5:30 PM – 6:15 PM

Wednesday 5:30 PM – 6:15 PM

Friday 5:30 PM – 6:15 PM

Saturday 11:15 AM – 12:00 PM

Why Choose Defensive Edge

Certified, experienced youth instructors.

Fun, supportive, and safe atmosphere.

Structured skill progression for every student.

Loved by parents and local families alike.

Youth Muay Thai Instructors

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Brandon Montella – Boxing Head Coach

Brandon Montella is a former U.S. Marine who has always pushed himself to new limits, both physically and mentally. During his time in the Marine Corps, he rose quickly through the ranks, earning the title of Sergeant in under three years. His experience instilled discipline, resilience, and the belief that “every goal has a way,” values that have guided him ever since.

After leaving the military, Brandon pursued a successful corporate career but felt called to serve others through fitness and challenge himself once again. At the age of 31, he became an ACE-certified personal trainer and took up boxing, proving his philosophy by winning three tournaments, including the New England Golden Gloves, within his first year of training. He went on to compete professionally, retiring undefeated with a 9-0 record and 8 knockouts.

Beyond competition, Brandon has dedicated himself to coaching, running a boxing gym with his wife for over a decade while training athletes of all levels, from charity fighters to Golden Gloves champions to professionals competing on major promotions. He also finds passion in obstacle course racing, ultra running, and mentoring athletes and community members alike through their toughest challenges.

Brandon is a committed husband, father, and leader in his community. He is the Executive Director of Mission Ready, a nonprofit supporting youth and veterans, and continues to live by his motto: “Together we are limitless.”