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Glory Martial Arts Center South Shore
5 ★★★★★ 118 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Staten Island, New York
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 — built around confidence, focus, and fun
- Women's classes dedicated women's kickboxing classes — a welcoming space to start out and train
- 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 glorymacenter.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (347) 562-4002
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 12–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 12–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–12:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The environment is professional, welcoming, and disciplined, which makes it perfect for both kids and adults.”
“They break down techniques in a way that makes them easy to understand whether you’re a complete beginner or someone with years of experience.”
“Amer and the Glory team provide top notch training for Jiu jitsu, Muay Thai, and strength and conditioning.”
“Amer and the Glory team provide top notch training for Jiu jitsu, Muay Thai, and strength and conditioning.”
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“Amer and the Glory team provide top notch training for Jiu jitsu, Muay Thai, and strength and conditioning.”
“Coming in with no athletic background, I never imagined I would find a passion for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu—but the supportive and welcoming environment made all the difference.”
“IF YOU WANNA LEARN SELF DEFENSE AND BECOME AN ABSOLUTE BEAST OF A MAN/WOMAN, THIS IS YOUR GYM!”
What members say
“They have great instructors and coaches, I would recommend everyone to attend here!”
“Coming in with no athletic background, I never imagined I would find a passion for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu—but the supportive and welcoming environment made all the difference.”
“Amer and the Glory team provide top notch training for Jiu jitsu, Muay Thai, and strength and conditioning.”
“Also goes for your kids. They will learn discipline and self defense.”
“The facility is always clean, organized, and welcoming, with a real sense of community you won’t find everywhere.”
“From the moment you walk in, you can feel the positive energy and respect that define the place.”
From the reviews
I sent my cat For a class here and now he’s a Panther!Thank you Sensei Amer and Glory Martial Arts!!
I've trained in gyms Across the globe and this is one of the few places i can confidently say it has it all. From world class instruction and intense training, to esthetically beautiful facilities and a great welcoming environment, Truly a place where the only thing you can do is progress and enjoy the process.
I highly recommend Glory Martial Arts Center to anyone looking for a professional, disciplined, and motivating environment. The instructors are knowledgeable, patient, and truly care about each student’s growth both in skill and character.
Great place to train the dedication and detail the instructors give is seen through the competitors achievements as time and time again glory kids and adults girls, boys ,men and women show there skills on a world class level.
New to kickboxing? Start at Glory Martial Arts Center South Shore
Glory Martial Arts Center South Shore 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.
Your first kickboxing class at Glory Martial Arts Center South Shore
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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