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Ultimate Martial Arts Evolution
4.9 ★★★★★ 12 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Merrick, 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 — built around confidence, focus, and fun
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule merrickultimatemartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (516) 208-9588
Hours
| Monday | 9:30 AM–9:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 9:30 AM–9:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:30 AM–9:30 PM |
| Thursday | 9:30 AM–9:30 PM |
| Friday | 9:30 AM–9:30 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–3 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My dad, my son and myself all enjoy training and the different range of classes offered.”
“I got the opportunity to take the self defense/kickboxing class.”
Other martial arts here
“Prior to taking the Krav Maga program at UMA, I had no clue whatsoever of how to defend myself.”
What members say
“I am a full time working mom and I get so fatigued, but once I get out of this class; I feel so refreshed and amazing.”
“Overall I really enjoy the fun and friendly atmosphere.”
From the reviews
It's better than the gym and better than your at home workout. I have a treadmill, a total gym and weights at home. None are as effective as this kickboxing goddess class. It pushes you more than you would push yourself at home, but not to the point where you feel like you are at military school.
Prior to taking the Krav Maga program at UMA, I had no clue whatsoever of how to defend myself. I wanted to learn a practical skill. I started taking the classes a few months ago, and my confidence in my self-defense ability has never been higher.
An awesome family experience. My dad, my son and myself all enjoy training and the different range of classes offered. My 5 yo son really enjoys the children's program and comes at me with the new stuff he's learned after each class.
I have been a student for a little more than 2 years. In that time I feel I’ve grown leaps and bounds due to the instruction given by Sifu Ivan. His expertise in numerous martial arts and ability to understand where they intersect is unparalleled. Additionally, he teaches real world application of various techniques.
New to kickboxing? Start at Ultimate Martial Arts Evolution
Ultimate Martial Arts Evolution 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 Ultimate Martial Arts Evolution
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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