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Fundamentals Strength & Defense

5 ★★★★★ 75 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Franklin Square, New York

Beginners welcome Kids & teens

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
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  • Website & schedule fundamentals-franklinsquare.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (516) 485-5025

Hours

Monday 4–9 PM
Tuesday 4–8:30 PM
Wednesday 4–9 PM
Thursday 4–8:30 PM
Friday Closed
Saturday 8 AM–1:30 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 Fundamentals Strength & Defense, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Kickboxing 34 mentions

“I have the pleasure of seeing first hand how students are taught as I have had the pleasure of taking many classes at this academy as well as my son.”

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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 Fundamentals Strength & Defense — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🏟️ MMA

“Also, for adults, their kickboxing and MMA classes are fast-paced, incredible workouts taught by fantastic, down-to-earth instructors in a friendly environment.”

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🥋 Karate 3 mentions

“He receives all the trainings / knowledge / supports that he needs to become stronger and better in karate, more importantly, he becomes more confident and responsible.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 3 mentions

“This is a one of a kind dojo where they teach not just self defense but also self improvement.”

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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 75 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, motivating coaching 2 mentions

“This is no nonsense yet encouraging dojo where Sensei and his team are great instructors physically and mentally.”

🧒 strong kids program 5 mentions

“If your child is struggling with bullying, low self-confidence, or just wants to learn how to defend themselves, there is simply no better place to be!”

🧠 builds confidence & relieves stress 3 mentions

“If your child is struggling with bullying, low self-confidence, or just wants to learn how to defend themselves, there is simply no better place to be!”

🤝 friendly, family gym 15 mentions

“Him and his staff truly care and do whatever they can to ensure everyone is getting the best training and growth as a member of the Silbers Martial Arts Family.”

From the reviews

I grew up going to Silbers Martial Arts, where I trained for 7 years. The staff there, especially Sensei, could not be better, both as instructors, and as humans. If your child is struggling with bullying, low self-confidence, or just wants to learn how to defend themselves, there is simply no better place to be!

★★★★★ — Zachary, Aug 2019

Silbers Martial Arts has done so much for my son (age 10) and now my daughter (age 6). My son started here at 3 years old with low muscle tone, hard to even grip a pencil. He has grown into a very strong boy. When they come off-track Sensei Joe would take time out and help talk to them and get them back on track again.

★★★★★ — Roseann, Nov 2015

We truly love being part of the Silbers Martial Arts family!! My son has been in martial arts for 4 years and he loves it! The format of the classes, the instructors, and the environment as a whole has helped him achieve his goals and motivates him to continue to set and reach even higher goals, while teaching life…

★★★★★ — Elizabeth, Dec 2016

Silber's Martial Arts is the best martial arts academy anyone can be a part of. It is not only a place where you can learn true self defense and many different styles of martial arts, but an academy where you can grow as a better person physically and mentally.

★★★★★ — Cynthia, Feb 2014

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New to kickboxing? Start at Fundamentals Strength & Defense

Fundamentals Strength & Defense 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 Fundamentals Strength & Defense

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 Fundamentals Strength & Defense

444 Dogwood Ave, Franklin Square, NY11010

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