Sabai Sabai Muay Thai
About
Sabai Sabai Muay Thai offers training in both MMA and Muay Thai disciplines under the guidance of experienced coaches. Head Coach and Owner Dave Nelson brings championship-level expertise from training fighters in both the US and Thailand, supported by coaches Bob Rodgers and Kevin Benedict. The gym provides ample equipment including pads, bags, and weights for comprehensive striking practice and conditioning workouts. Members consistently highlight the gym's ability to balance technical training with physical endurance development through structured cardio and striking sessions.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members consistently praise Coach Dave Nelson's intuitive teaching style and ability to tailor training to individual needs even in group sessions. They highlight his annual training in Thailand and professional networks that keep techniques current and evolving. The gym receives strong appreciation for its family-friendly atmosphere where both adults and children build confidence through martial arts. Members specifically note the excellent children's programs, helpful staff, and the balance between friendly community and disciplined training environment.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (5)
Brandon Eubanks
a year ago
Great gym, Great people!! The head coach, Dave Nelson, is very intuitive when making his lessons. If you come to him with questions or you are struggling with a certain technique or move he will find a way to incorporate it into that days lesson so you and everyone can learn much faster. It has only been 2 months and i feel i’ve learned so much. Wouldn't want to train anywhere else.
Ben Lehrer
11 months ago
Coaches are very helpful. Friendly but disciplined atmosphere. Lots of pads, bags, and weights to practice any more or workout we need to do. We trained plenty of cardio as well as striking to keep up our endurance.
Felix Moreno
2 years ago
Good family, friendly place. My child has been a member of this Muay Thai family for almost four years. His confidence level has grown tremendously. The staff is awesome. They help every individual with growing and learning the art of Muay Thai.
Joseph McCleery
2 years ago
Outstanding gym. Coach Dave is a great teacher and a great person. His Muay Thai training is excellent. He trains in Thailand every year and uses those experiences as well as his personal and professional networks to keep us experiencing and learning new techniques and perspectives all of the time. One of his his greatest skills is knowing his students and tailoring training to their individual levels, even in group training sessions. Another of his skills is getting his students to push their personal limits while keeping them safe. I have been training at this gym for 4 years. My kids have trained here regularly as well. I am a child psychologist and his kids programs are on point. Highly recommend!
Damien Wright
5 years ago
Coach Dave Nelson is a great guy, very talented, and a credit to his art. Yes, he is a fighter. But he also understands the wider implications of teaching Muay Thai as a martial art, and as such the character development and self-confidence it encourages in its participants of any age. I’m excited that Coach Dave has a school and I am confident it will continue to grow. This man needs to be teaching. And if you go and visit his school and take a class, you’ll find out why.
Contact
1245 Delsea Dr, Westville, NJ 08093, USA
scheduleHours
Monday: 7:30 – 8:30 PM
Tuesday: 7:30 – 8:30 PM
Wednesday: 7:30 – 8:30 PM
Thursday: 7:30 – 8:30 PM
Friday: Closed
Saturday: 9:00 – 11:00 AM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
groupCoaches & Instructors
Dave Nelson
Head Coach / Owner
Trained professional and amateur fighters to championships in US and Thailand
Head coach and owner of Sabai Sabai Muay Thai. Has trained professional and amateur fighters to success in Muay Thai and MMA championships in the US and Thailand.
Bob Rodgers
Coach
Amateur Muay Thai competitor
Committed student turned coach. Started helping with Junior Muay Thai program in 2021 and teaches kids' classes.
Kevin Benedict
Coach
5 years training experience
Specializes in teaching kids and beginner classes, focusing on building confidence and skills in a fun environment.