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Gabrieles Martial Arts
4.7 ★★★★★ 79 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Waterford, Connecticut
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
- Kids & teen classes kids and teen kickboxing classes — built around confidence, focus, and fun
- Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- 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 gabrielesmartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 860-439-0602
Hours
| Monday | 8 am–12 pm, 3–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30–11:30 am, 3–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 8 am–12 pm, 3–9 pm |
| Thursday | 8–11:30 am, 3–9 pm |
| Friday | 9 am–12 pm, 3–7 pm |
| Saturday | 7:30 am–2:30 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“We have been working out here for almost half a year, my son loves the atmosphere here, the coaches are very patient and friendly, and he has met many new friends here”
“It is not for the person who is looking to compete in the ring or an arena.”
“I’ve been attending classes and private sessions for 3 years and recently enrolled my son in the jujutsu juniors program.”
“I trained Tae Kwon Do, and fought competitively, as a teenager and I knew exactly what I was looking for in the summer of 2012 when I found GMA.”
Other martial arts here
“Great place to train self defense Jiu-jitsu!”
“Our 11-year-old daughter absolutely loves her karate classes, and all her very knowledgeable and professional instructors!”
“Great place to train self defense Jiu-jitsu!”
What members say
“The environment is very family focused, Renshi Jason & Sensei Sheryle are great instructors and take the time to help each student work on their form.”
“Everyone is kind and welcoming, and there’s always something new to learn.”
“We have been working out here for almost half a year, my son loves the atmosphere here, the coaches are very patient and friendly, and he has met many new friends here”
“It is not for the person who is looking to compete in the ring or an arena.”
“A huge boost in self confidence, improved motor function, and something he truly enjoys!”
From the reviews
We have only been taking our children there for about a month now, and really think they do a great job educating and training. Our son has shown improvement in his daly life with respect and is excited for his two classes a week. We hope the same for our daughter, who will start next week.
Gabrieles Martial Arts (GMA) is hands down the best Academy in the area for training Jujitsu, Karate and Kickboxing. I trained Tae Kwon Do, and fought competitively, as a teenager and I knew exactly what I was looking for in the summer of 2012 when I found GMA.
Gabrieles Martial Arts studio has been a wonderful experience for our family. My 6 year old son started in September and has been having a lot of fun! He's showing me with excitement all the things he's learning.
My son and I have been taking jujitsu classes from Gabriel’s Martial Arts for a year and a half, and we have only good things to say about the experience. The dojo (especially the renovated space) is very nice. The instruction is very good. And our training partners are always respectful of each other’s skill level.
New to kickboxing? Start at Gabrieles Martial Arts
Gabrieles 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 Gabrieles 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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