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Upstate Center For Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 7 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Albany, New York
Plan your first class
- 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
- Sparring sparring and partner work for members who want it — always optional, eased in gradually, with the coach controlling the contact
- 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 upstatecenter4martialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 518-478-6437
Hours
| Monday | 7–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 6:30–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 7–9 pm |
| Thursday | 6:30–9 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 10 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | 12–4 pm |
The classes they run
“The instructor worked with my son Jason.”
“Definitely helps me expands my martial art skils as a boxer and martial artist in general.”
“I would suggest and support anyone to send their child, preteen, and or teen age child to the school for instruction”
Other martial arts here
“Definitely helps me expands my martial art skils as a boxer and martial artist in general.”
“Upstate Center for Martial Arts has classes in Jeet Kune Do (Bruce Lee's martial art), Kali (weapons: Sticks, Knives, Open-hand), and Self Defense.”
What members say
“I’ll be honest… being a beginner is scary and it’s hard learning something new but George taught at my speed and was extremely encouraging.”
From the reviews
Upstate Center for Martial Arts has classes in Jeet Kune Do (Bruce Lee's martial art), Kali (weapons: Sticks, Knives, Open-hand), and Self Defense. Sifu George is a great instructor that can takes the time to really figure out how a student's mind works and helps them integrate not just the moves, but the concepts…
Best hidden secret of a martial arts studio. JKD and Kali are primary taught, although there is a mix of others too. Great for all ages. The instructors (Sifus) are excellent, patient and knowledgeable. Class sizes are small and you get plenty of personalized attention.
The instructor worked with my son Jason. He is a very knowledgeable and patient instructor. He has a rich background in the martial arts, which kept my son engaged throughout the whole lesson. I would suggest and support anyone to send their child, preteen, and or teen age child to the school for instruction
This place teaches Jeet Kune Do and Kali. Bruce Lees martial art was a combination of all the best of the arts, he was amazing and these instructors are the direct lineage of Dan Inosanto. JKD teaches everything from boxing to trapping to ground work. A One stop Shop.
Your first kickboxing class at Upstate Center For 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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