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Thomas Clifford's Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 35 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Pearl River, New York
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 (ages 4–13) — built around confidence, focus, and fun
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule thomascliffordsmartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (845) 826-5149
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM–10 PM |
The classes they run
“I have trained with Thomas Clifford's Martial Arts for 12+ years, and my children all received their black belts there too.”
Other martial arts here
“My good friend basically dared me to try a jiu-jitsu class.”
“My 7 yo daughter loves Karate, which comes from not only an internal passion but from maximum exposure.”
“If you’re looking for self defense or just getting in shape this school is it hands down you will not be disappointed!”
What members say
“He’s not only an incredible instructor but a battle-tested martial artist who knows what truly works.”
“You will not be disappointed, don't miss out on a great class filled with purpose, power, and so much more!”
“I highly recommend Kyoshi Clifford and Thomas Clifford's Martial arts to anyone who is interested in learning in a safe, friendly and conducive environment.”
From the reviews
I am a huge supporter of martial arts. I trained karate for about one year when I was 12 years old at TCMA. I lost interest at the time but always had an itch to come back. My good friend basically dared me to try a jiu-jitsu class. After one session I was hooked.
Thomas Clifford’s Martial Arts is more than just a program—it’s a place full of positive energy, passion, and purpose. The atmosphere is uplifting, and Thomas himself is the real deal. He’s not only an incredible instructor but a battle-tested martial artist who knows what truly works.
I have trained with Thomas Clifford's Martial Arts for 12+ years, and my children all received their black belts there too. It's a great place to train, not only based on the instruction and various kinds of classes, it's the people that you train along side.
My son was told about Thomas Clifford's school by a class mate. After contacting Thomas (excellent communication all around) We signed him up for the 6 week trial program. He is hooked! He enjoys going and sweating. He said: "that shows it's working and I'm getting better".
New to kickboxing? Start at Thomas Clifford's Martial Arts
Thomas Clifford's Martial Arts 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 Thomas Clifford's 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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