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Centerline Martial Arts
4.9 ★★★★★ 64 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Ithaca, New York
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 (ages 4–6) — 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 centerlinestrong.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 607-277-5425
Hours
| Monday | 4:30–7:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 4:30–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 4:15–7:15 pm |
| Thursday | 4:30–7:45 pm |
| Friday | 4:15–6:30 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I was so thrilled with the classes there that eventually my wife signed up for the kickboxing classes which are more fitness oriented.”
“All the instructors were so patient with my shy child, and through kindness and persistence my son eventually joined the classes, and jumps up and down with excitement to come.”
“The instructors are excellent and offer training and opportunity to grow for all levels of students.”
“I also appreciate their social support events including trash pick up and fund raiders to support local organizations through kickathons and sparring events.”
“There is something for everyone at every level: kids, teens, and adults, beginners and experts.”
Other martial arts here
“Overall a great place for physical fitness, martial arts and self-defense in Ithaca!”
What members say
“The owner / main instructor (Sifu Collin) has designed a great curriculum that steadily progresses and is always challenging yet doable with practice.”
“From the beginning I felt right at home in the studio thanks to the welcoming and supportive atmosphere and the wonderful community.”
“It was a great workout and great for expressing some inner rage (we all have it!”
“It was a great workout and great for expressing some inner rage (we all have it!”
“Both of those methods didn't produce the results I was looking for and they didn't have the sense of community that would hold me accountable.”
“Collin, Laura, and all the other teachers are really great and I've noticed an increase in the discipline and confidence of my children over time.”
From the reviews
I have been Kickboxing at Centerline Fitness for over a year now, and I have seen my fitness level improve dramatically. The program focused on cardio and technique. I always leave having more energy, good sweat, and feel empowered.
Centerline is a very special studio. The atmosphere is so welcoming and inclusive. The instructors take mutual respect very seriously and have built a warm multigenerational space that is rare these days. They borrow from many different styles of martial arts, and there are always ways to advance your own skills.
I've been training at Centerline for several years. I started with kick-boxing and got swept up by the enthusiasm for the martial arts. From the beginning I felt right at home in the studio thanks to the welcoming and supportive atmosphere and the wonderful community.
Hands down, joining Centerline was the best decision I've ever made. It's a warm, welcoming community that remains a platform for constant growth. Every instructor has something knowledgeable and different to bring to the table, and they each do so with a kind yet driving spirit, pushing everyone to be a better…
New to kickboxing? Start at Centerline Martial Arts
Centerline Martial Arts 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.
Your first kickboxing class at Centerline Martial Arts
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.
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