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STRIKING 101 MIXED MARTIAL ARTS - FOREST HILLS
4.9 ★★★★★ 118 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Forest Hills, 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 (ages 4–12) — 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 s101hq.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (718) 559-9403
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–12 PM, 5–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–12 PM, 5–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–12 PM, 5–10 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–12 PM, 5–10 PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | 9 AM–12 PM |
The classes they run
“My daughter has been going to striking101 for a few years now and she loves it, this is her home away from home.”
“I am very happy the reception and welcome by the sensei jon ruiz and s101 a pleasant atmosphere 100 percent recommended for all levels”
“Whether you've never thrown a punch in your life or you have amateur fights under your belt, you will get better here.”
Other martial arts here
“Striking101 is the best Mixed Martial Arts in NYC & even in the USA!”
What members say
“One of the toughest realest gyms with great coaches and classes I’ve been to!”
“Led by Sensei Jonathan, one of the kindest and most dedicated people you’ll ever meet, the academy offers top-level coaching in a welcoming and disciplined environment.”
“Whether you've never thrown a punch in your life or you have amateur fights under your belt, you will get better here.”
“Led by Sensei Jonathan, one of the kindest and most dedicated people you’ll ever meet, the academy offers top-level coaching in a welcoming and disciplined environment.”
From the reviews
Striking101 is the best Mixed Martial Arts in NYC & even in the USA! I am not even kidding I was stranded in the Bronx looking for a best MMA school then I didn’t expect myself to travel to Queens and build my Career with Striking101. The Sensei John is raising me like I was his child and leading me in a amazing path.
House of Champions 🔥 S101 is the place to be if you’re looking to elevate your physical conditioning or sharpen your fighting skills. Led by Sensei Jonathan, one of the kindest and most dedicated people you’ll ever meet, the academy offers top-level coaching in a welcoming and disciplined environment.
Ever since I joined recently, the coaches, staff and members have been nothing but helpful and kind. The training was extremely beginner friendly to me and my friend. Love the family-like environment. Would definitely recommend for all levels of experience.
Great gym geared toward a full training experience. Coaches have well thought out classes and I was able to see the method behind the madness during drills. If you like realistic training this is for you.
New to kickboxing? Start at STRIKING 101 MIXED MARTIAL ARTS - FOREST HILLS
STRIKING 101 MIXED MARTIAL ARTS - FOREST HILLS 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 STRIKING 101 MIXED MARTIAL ARTS - FOREST HILLS
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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