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America's Finest Karate & Kickboxing Middletown Ny

5 ★★★★★ 31 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Middletown, New York

Kickboxing gym Beginners welcome Kids & teens Competition team

Plan your first class

  • Beginner-friendly all fitness levels welcome, including total beginners — no experience needed, and you get in shape by training, not before
  • Kids & teen classes kids and teen kickboxing classes — built around confidence, focus, and fun
  • Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves in the ring — amateur kickboxing, muay thai, or K-1
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule americasfinestkaratekickboxing.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (917) 569-0904

Hours

Monday 5:30–9:30 PM
Tuesday 5:30–9:30 PM
Wednesday 5:30–9:30 PM
Thursday 5:30–9:30 PM
Friday 5:30–9:30 PM
Saturday 12–4 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 America's Finest Karate & Kickboxing Middletown Ny, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Kickboxing 8 mentions

“I have my kids here and let me tell you that this place encourages hard work, respect and most of all discipline.”

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🌱 Beginners 2 mentions

“I started with no experience whatsoever, now I am proud of the skills I've learned over the years in self defence, karate and kickboxing.”

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🏆 Competition Team

“Also this Martial Arts school is very active when it comes to tournaments, and professional competitions.”

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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 America's Finest Karate & Kickboxing Middletown Ny — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🥋 Karate 8 mentions

“I trained here for around 3 years with Sensei Kevin Mendez and I will say that learning kickboxing and karate here is a great experience.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 3 mentions

“I started with no experience whatsoever, now I am proud of the skills I've learned over the years in self defence, karate and kickboxing.”

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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 31 Google reviews — in their own words.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 4 mentions

“I started with no experience whatsoever, now I am proud of the skills I've learned over the years in self defence, karate and kickboxing.”

⚖️ great for weight loss 2 mentions
🏆 active competition / fight team 2 mentions

“Also this Martial Arts school is very active when it comes to tournaments, and professional competitions.”

🧠 builds confidence & relieves stress 4 mentions

“I’ve seen huge improvements in my skills, confidence, and fitness level since joining.”

🤝 friendly, family gym 5 mentions

“What really stands out is the supportive and motivating environment — every student is encouraged to push their limits while also learning discipline and respect.”

From the reviews

What I saw here was absolutely incredible!! You want to be a REAL martial artist? Then you have to come in to this martial arts school and try it out. They work you out hard and correctly. I have my kids here and let me tell you that this place encourages hard work, respect and most of all discipline.

★★★★★ — The, Aug 2018

Five stars are not enough! Sensei Kevin Mendez gives his all to his students. Not one child feels less than than the others... His students earn each one of their belts... he has the care and patience to teach at every level. I have never seen such professionalism. His students learn respect, while building confidence.

★★★★★ — Yolanda, Feb 2017

America's Finest karate and kickboxing, is in a category of being the best, professionalism, integrity, discipline, honesty and bravey are just some of the many qualities and attributes this GYM possess, with Sensei Kevin Mendez being the teacher and the leader.

★★★★★ — Empress, Sep 2018

Whether you want to learn the art, skill or just tone your body. America's Finest Karate and Kickboxing is the place for you. Taught/run by owner Sensei Kevin Mendez of over 20 plus years experience in the art of Karate & Kickboxing teachings are tough, but you can rest assured you will be satisfied with the results.

★★★★★ — Diana, Jun 2016

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New to kickboxing? Start at America's Finest Karate & Kickboxing Middletown Ny

America's Finest Karate & Kickboxing Middletown Ny 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.

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Your first kickboxing class at America's Finest Karate & Kickboxing Middletown Ny

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 America's Finest Karate & Kickboxing Middletown Ny

2 North St, Middletown, NY10940

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