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Animals MMA Yonkers

4.7 ★★★★★ 176 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Yonkers, New York

Kickboxing gym Beginners welcome Kids & teens Cardio kickboxing Women's classes Private lessons Competition team

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  • 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
  • Women's classes dedicated women's kickboxing classes — a welcoming space to start out and train
  • Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
  • Sparring sparring and partner work for members who want it — always optional, eased in gradually, with the coach controlling the contact
  • 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 mmayonkers.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 914-623-7295

Hours

Monday 6–7 am, 10–11 am, 4–8:15 pm
Tuesday 6–7 am, 10–11 am, 4–8:15 pm
Wednesday 6–7 am, 10–11 am, 5–8:15 pm
Thursday 6–8 am, 10–11 am, 4–8:15 pm
Friday 6–7 am, 10–11 am, 4–5:30 pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday 11 am–12 pm

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 Animals MMA Yonkers, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Kickboxing 7 mentions

“One of the best things about this gym is how inclusive it is—there are programs for kids and adults, so the whole family can get involved.”

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💪 Women's Kickboxing

“They offer a great variety of classes, including Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, kickboxing, Muay Thai, MMA, wrestling, and even women’s classes.”

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🌱 Beginners 5 mentions

“I highly recommend this gym to anyone looking to train, or to even have fun whether you're a beginner or a competitor especially if you're around the Yonkers area.”

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🤜 Sparring 2 mentions

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🏆 Competition Team 6 mentions

“I highly recommend this gym to anyone looking to train, or to even have fun whether you're a beginner or a competitor especially if you're around the Yonkers area.”

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🦵 Muay Thai 3 mentions

“this gym has everything you need, such as, muay thai/boxing classes, bjj classes with multiple black belts, crossfit area, mma, and etc.”

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🥊 Boxing 7 mentions

“this gym has everything you need, such as, muay thai/boxing classes, bjj classes with multiple black belts, crossfit area, mma, and etc.”

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👤 Private Lessons

“They also offer private sessions for those who need extra attention.”

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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 Animals MMA Yonkers — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🦵 Muay Thai 3 mentions

“this gym has everything you need, such as, muay thai/boxing classes, bjj classes with multiple black belts, crossfit area, mma, and etc.”

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🥊 Boxing 7 mentions

“this gym has everything you need, such as, muay thai/boxing classes, bjj classes with multiple black belts, crossfit area, mma, and etc.”

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🏟️ MMA 27 mentions

“this gym has everything you need, such as, muay thai/boxing classes, bjj classes with multiple black belts, crossfit area, mma, and etc.”

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🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 13 mentions

“this gym has everything you need, such as, muay thai/boxing classes, bjj classes with multiple black belts, crossfit area, mma, and etc.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 5 mentions

“If your goal is to either improve your health, stay in shape, boost self-confidence, or simply learn self-defense, Animals MMA is what you are looking for.”

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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 176 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, motivating coaching 2 mentions

“From the clean, well-equipped facility to the friendly staff, knowledgeable coaches, and welcoming community, everything about this place stands out in a positive way.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 11 mentions

“From the clean, well-equipped facility to the friendly staff, knowledgeable coaches, and welcoming community, everything about this place stands out in a positive way.”

🏆 active competition / fight team 7 mentions

“The coaches are not only extremely knowledgeable and competent but also genuinely care about helping you improve.”

🧼 clean, well-equipped gym 8 mentions

“From the clean, well-equipped facility to the friendly staff, knowledgeable coaches, and welcoming community, everything about this place stands out in a positive way.”

💗 welcoming to women 3 mentions

“They offer a great variety of classes, including Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, kickboxing, Muay Thai, MMA, wrestling, and even women’s classes.”

🧠 builds confidence & relieves stress 5 mentions

“If your goal is to either improve your health, stay in shape, boost self-confidence, or simply learn self-defense, Animals MMA is what you are looking for.”

From the reviews

I use to come from all the way from Queens, NY to train in this gym. Professor Crow has been welcoming to me and my friends since day 1. What I like about this gym is that it's both community and competition based.

★★★★★ — Peter, Aug 2024

As one of the first female member of the gym, I’ve always felt incredibly secure, safe, and part of a family here. I started my martial arts journey at 18 with a few boxing lessons and then transitioned to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

★★★★★ — Yasmin, Dec 2025

The best mixed martial arts gym in Westchester County! Animals MMA is one big happy family with knowledgable and helpful coaches in a positive learning environment. They offer numerous martial arts classes like Brazilian jiu-jitsu, Muay Thai kickboxing, wrestling, boxing, and mma.

★★★★★ — Joseph, Aug 2019

Excellent all inclusive MMA gym. Kickboxing, boxing, Jiu Jitsu, wrestling, they do it all here. Very friendly staff and the owner is a really good guy. I would highly recommend anyone come in and try a class. Ask for Timmy at the front desk and wear gym clothes.

★★★★★ — K, Jan 2019

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New to kickboxing? Start at Animals MMA Yonkers

Animals MMA Yonkers 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 Animals MMA Yonkers

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 Animals MMA Yonkers

16 Tuckahoe Rd, Yonkers, NY10710

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