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Glory Martial Arts Center Staten Island

5 ★★★★★ 263 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Staten Island, New York

Kickboxing gym Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Cardio kickboxing Women's classes

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 — built around confidence, focus, and fun
  • Women's classes dedicated women's kickboxing classes — a welcoming space to start out and train
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule glorymacenter.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (718) 980-4622

Hours

Monday 9 AM–9 PM
Tuesday 9 AM–9 PM
Wednesday 9 AM–9 PM
Thursday 9 AM–9 PM
Friday 9 AM–8 PM
Saturday 10 AM–2 PM
Sunday 10 AM–12 PM

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 Glory Martial Arts Center Staten Island, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Kickboxing 11 mentions

“My Son has been training here for a few years now, and I can honestly say it’s been one of the best decisions he’s made.”

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🌱 Beginners 2 mentions

“The coaches are incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely care about every student’s progress—whether you’re a complete beginner or more advanced.”

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🦵 Muay Thai 4 mentions

“Instructors are professional, friendly, on time and run a fantastic cirriculum to learn brazilian jiu jitsu and muay thai for both self defense and competiton!”

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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 Glory Martial Arts Center Staten Island — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🦵 Muay Thai 3 mentions

“Instructors are professional, friendly, on time and run a fantastic cirriculum to learn brazilian jiu jitsu and muay thai for both self defense and competiton!”

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🏟️ MMA

“I switched from another MMA gym in Staten Island to Glory theres no comparison.”

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🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 7 mentions

“Instructors are professional, friendly, on time and run a fantastic cirriculum to learn brazilian jiu jitsu and muay thai for both self defense and competiton!”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“Instructors are professional, friendly, on time and run a fantastic cirriculum to learn brazilian jiu jitsu and muay thai for both self defense and competiton!”

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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 263 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, motivating coaching 2 mentions
🌱 welcoming to beginners 8 mentions

“The coaches are incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely care about every student’s progress—whether you’re a complete beginner or more advanced.”

🧒 strong kids program 2 mentions

“my son absolutely loves it and it shows in his smile every day.”

🏆 active competition / fight team 2 mentions

“Whether you’re training for competition or just trying to escape the stress of adult life for an hour, this is the spot.”

🧼 clean, well-equipped gym 4 mentions

“The gym is always clean, the environment is welcoming, and there’s a strong sense of community among students.”

🧠 builds confidence & relieves stress 4 mentions

“If you’re looking for a place to improve your skills, gain confidence, get in shape, and be part of a great martial arts family, I highly recommend Glory Martial Arts Center!”

From the reviews

Best gym on the island! I train here as well as both of my kids! Instructors are professional, friendly, on time and run a fantastic cirriculum to learn brazilian jiu jitsu and muay thai for both self defense and competiton!

★★★★★ — Joe, Mar 2025

Best of the best!!! All training classes, all coaches, all communication, everything is at a high professional level!

★★★★★ — Viktoriia, Feb 2026

Glory Martial Arts Center in Staten Island is honestly one of the best places you can train Jiu Jitsu. The room is filled with high achievers and people who push you to get better, but the vibe is still super welcoming no matter your level or goals.

★★★★★ — Roman, Nov 2025

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.

★★★★★ — Mohammednour, Feb 2026

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New to kickboxing? Start at Glory Martial Arts Center Staten Island

Glory Martial Arts Center Staten Island 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 Glory Martial Arts Center Staten Island

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 Glory Martial Arts Center Staten Island

551 Midland Ave, Staten Island, NY10306

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