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Bronx Martial Arts Academy

4.7 ★★★★★ 150 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Bronx, New York

Kickboxing gym Beginners welcome Kids & teens Cardio kickboxing

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
  • 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 (ages 4–5) — built around confidence, focus, and fun
  • Sparring sparring and partner work for members who want it — always optional, eased in gradually, with the coach controlling the contact
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule bronxmartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (718) 325-2622

Hours

Monday 7–8 AM, 3–9:30 PM
Tuesday 7–8 AM, 3–9 PM
Wednesday 7–8 AM, 3–9:30 PM
Thursday 7–8 AM, 3–9 PM
Friday 7–8 AM, 3–9:30 PM
Saturday 9 AM–2:30 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 Bronx Martial Arts Academy, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Kickboxing 21 mentions

“Instructors/ professors ( shout out to instructor Johnny and Professor Stanley) are top notch in their own right and show dedication and commitment to the kids.”

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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 Bronx Martial Arts Academy — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 8 mentions

“Professor Doug is an absolute beast but also an absolute professional who can show you more about your Jiujitsu game in one roll than some coaches can over a year.”

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🥋 Karate 3 mentions

“In my opinion, all the kids in the dojo seem to enjoy classes, whether is Karate or Jujitsu.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“Self defense is the least of these, we are talking: conquering hard things, mental toughness, thinking out of hard situations, withstanding pressure, and welcoming challenge.”

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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 150 Google reviews — in their own words.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 6 mentions

“Self defense is the least of these, we are talking: conquering hard things, mental toughness, thinking out of hard situations, withstanding pressure, and welcoming challenge.”

🧼 clean, well-equipped gym 10 mentions

“The facilities are always clean, well-maintained, and safe, which gives me peace of mind as a parent.”

🧠 builds confidence & relieves stress 6 mentions

“Self defense is the least of these, we are talking: conquering hard things, mental toughness, thinking out of hard situations, withstanding pressure, and welcoming challenge.”

🤝 friendly, family gym 18 mentions

“Self defense is the least of these, we are talking: conquering hard things, mental toughness, thinking out of hard situations, withstanding pressure, and welcoming challenge.”

From the reviews

I wanted to check this school out but want to know their around-about price before investing in my time and energy. w Was told they don't do pricing over the phone and that I will have to come in person. That was said repeatedly without explanation. SMH..

★★★★☆ — Elijah, Jan 2024

If I can leave a 10 star review I would!! This is by far the cleanest school/dojo/gym I have seen. Professor Doug is honestly such a sweet individual. His team/family are so wonderful. When you come in you just see everyone focus and just ready to go.

★★★★★ — Yarielis, Dec 2022

I absolutely love this martial arts school! The staff are very welcoming and they make your training experience a great one! They're great instructors and are very approachable when you have a question about a certain technique. They give great fitness advice and are so down to earth!!

★★★★★ — Brismar, Apr 2018

If your are looking for a safe environment and a strong sense of community that will teach resilience, my friend you are in the right spot. BMAA has impeccable facilities, locker rooms and showers. Affordable fees.

★★★★★ — Sarah, Apr 2025

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New to kickboxing? Start at Bronx Martial Arts Academy

Bronx Martial Arts Academy comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. 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.

See their beginner class info

Your first kickboxing class at Bronx Martial Arts Academy

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 Bronx Martial Arts Academy

1051 Allerton Ave #1055, Bronx, NY10469

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