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Alchemy

5 ★★★★★ 52 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Setauket- East Setauket, New York

Kickboxing gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Cardio kickboxing

Plan your first class

  • Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
  • Beginner-friendly all fitness levels welcome, including total beginners — no experience needed, and you get in shape by training, not before
  • Cardio kickboxing classes high-energy cardio kickboxing on the bags and pads — a fun, sweaty workout built for fitness and weight loss, at your own pace
  • Kids & teen classes kids and teen kickboxing classes — built around confidence, focus, and fun
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule alchemymma.net — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (631) 619-3416

Hours

Monday 12–10 PM
Tuesday 12–10 PM
Wednesday 12–10 PM
Thursday 12–10 PM
Friday 12–10 PM
Saturday 9 AM–4 PM
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays and class-schedule changes — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Kickboxing classes on the schedule at Alchemy, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🔥 Cardio Kickboxing 2 mentions

“Alchemy Martial Arts and Fitness of Setauket offers cardio kickboxing and adult martial arts classes.”

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🧒 Kids Kickboxing 31 mentions

“If you’re looking for an amazing place to take your children for martial arts or simply for a good workout and fitness for some skills training this is the place!”

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🌱 Beginners 2 mentions

“It's a very warm, supportive environment where you can work at whatever level you're at -- beginners to advanced can all be comfortable here.”

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Other martial arts here

Kickboxing gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at Alchemy — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🏟️ MMA 7 mentions

“Alchemy MMA, Sensei Nick and his staff are a consistent source of encouragement, friendship, health and fitness for my 12 year old son.”

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🥋 Karate 2 mentions

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“The classes focus on teaching leadership, cardiovascular fitness, Kempo, Brazilian Jui Jitsu, and real life self defense.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want muay thai, boxing, or MMA alongside your kickboxing, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 52 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, motivating coaching 2 mentions

“The owner, and head instructor Nick Panebianco has an amazing passion towards teaching and supporting children.”

🎉 fun, high-energy classes 4 mentions

“Sensei Nick's high energy level is consistent and contagious with the children.”

💦 killer cardio workout 2 mentions

“All of his classes are an amazing workout!”

🧒 strong kids program 8 mentions

“They’re unique approach to classes keep my kids disciplined and having fun every time they come down.”

🧠 builds confidence & relieves stress 3 mentions

“If you are looking for an experience that offers your children improved coordination and self-esteem, consider Alchemy Martial Arts and Fitness of Setauket.”

🤝 friendly, family gym 6 mentions

“It's a very warm, supportive environment where you can work at whatever level you're at -- beginners to advanced can all be comfortable here.”

From the reviews

Alchemy is an amazing place! When we first move to Long Island, We were looking for a place where our son could work out and become more active! But boy we soon found out that this place offered him so much more, it quickly became like his second home, He is constantly motivated, inspired to do more and be better.

★★★★★ — Diana, Oct 2024

If you’re looking for an amazing place to take your children for martial arts or simply for a good workout and fitness for some skills training this is the place! Sensei Nick is the best around! My kids love attending these classes and love working with him for the past few years.

★★★★★ — Elle, Jan 2020

Head instructor Nick Panebianco is great with kids and has plenty of experience in the martial arts. All of his classes are an amazing workout! They are an excellent way to learn self defense. The rest of his staff is very friendly and motivating.

★★★★★ — Christina, Aug 2013

If you are looking for an experience that offers your children improved coordination and self-esteem, consider Alchemy Martial Arts and Fitness of Setauket. The owner, and head instructor Nick Panebianco has an amazing passion towards teaching and supporting children.

★★★★★ — Denise, Apr 2015

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New to kickboxing? Start at Alchemy

Alchemy comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. If you've never thrown a punch or a kick, that's exactly who a good beginners class is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or coordinated to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale every drill to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable gyms build the basics (stance, footwork, and punches and kicks on pads and bags) first, and any contact eases in gradually under a coach's control. Third, all fitness levels really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.

Check beginner classes on their site

Your first kickboxing class at Alchemy

Nervous about walking into a kickboxing gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches expect beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling the basics — stance, footwork, and punches and kicks on pads or a heavy bag — not hard sparring. Go at your own pace and rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: comfortable athletic clothes you can move and sweat in, and supportive trainers. What to bring: water, and hand wraps and gloves if you have them — many gyms lend loaner gloves for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gloves and wraps (and shin guards once you start sparring). Sparring is optional and eases in gradually, once your basics are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.

Kickboxing is a contact sport. Warm up, pace yourself, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Alchemy

274 Main St, Setauket- East Setauket, NY11733

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