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Kids Kickboxing in Staten Island
11 gyms in Staten Island, New York show real evidence — from their own sites or parents' reviews — of running kids or youth kickboxing classes. Kickboxing is a genuinely good fit for children: it builds confidence, focus, and fitness in a fun, disciplined setting, and younger kids work pads, bags, and drills rather than hard sparring. The best move before enrolling is simply to go watch a class — ask each gym what age ranges its classes serve and how much contact they involve for kids, and notice whether the coach is patient and the room is calm and organized. Gyms are ranked below by local reputation (rating weighted by review count), and with 11 options in town, it's worth visiting two before you decide.
1. Glory Martial Arts Center Staten Island
5 ★★★★★ 263 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…” — Joe
2. AmeriKick Martial Arts | Kickboxing 10305 | Kids Karate
4.9 ★★★★★ 216 reviews
“My son has been attending karate classes for the past 5 months, and the progress has been amazing. He is now getting his yellow belt, and we are so proud of him! Since starting…” — Kristina
3. Tiger Schulmann's Martial Arts (Tottenville, Staten Island NY)
4.9 ★★★★★ 147 reviews
“My 5-year-old daughter has been attending Tiger Schulmann’s Martial Arts in Tottenville for over a year. We spend around 4 hours a week there and attend special camps for fun and…” — Taryn
4. Staten Island Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu/MMA
4.9 ★★★★★ 125 reviews
“Great gym, great instructors, jiujitsu, MMA, boxing, judo, Muay Thai, and taekwondo. Gym also offers kids classes, and the instructors are all top notch. This place is a lot of…” — Malcolm
5. Tiger Schulmann's Martial Arts (New Dorp, NY)
4.9 ★★★★★ 125 reviews
“Had both my kids in here and they both learned a lot in a short amount of time! John and the teachers are great! My step daughter who is very shy and timid was learning karate and…” — Joseph
6. Glory Martial Arts Center South Shore
5 ★★★★★ 118 reviews
“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…” — Mohammednour
7. Legion Muay Thai
4.9 ★★★★★ 73 reviews
“A true landmark on the island. Not much more one can ask for from the gym. Clean, late hours, suitable for every level. From beginners, to competitive fighters, everyone can find…” — Roman
8. Team Real USA
4.7 ★★★★★ 38 reviews
“Great gym team real teen boxing amazing for people who want to learn kids are positive good workouts, they good teens and kids mma program as well, highly recommend!” — Leo
9. Bars Boxing
5 ★★★★★ 30 reviews
“Kickboxing classes here in Bars Boxing in Staten Island are really better than anywhere else. I've personally had the privileges to learn kickboxing at other locations in New…” — Shaun
10. CKO Kickboxing Great Kills
5 ★★★★★ 28 reviews
11. Empower Martial Arts and Self-Defense
5 ★★★★★ 11 reviews
“I can’t recommend this all-women’s Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu gym enough! From the moment you walk in, the space feels welcoming, empowering, and thoughtfully designed. It’s clear a lot…” — Stephanie
Enrolling your child in Staten Island: practical notes
- Watch a class first. Any welcoming gym will let you and your child observe before signing up. Look for a patient coach, a calm and organized room, and kids who are having fun while staying on task.
- Ask about age ranges. Confirm which class fits your child — many gyms split younger kids from older kids and teens — so the pace and content match their age.
- Ask how much contact is involved. Reputable gyms keep younger kids on pads, bags, and drills; any light sparring should be introduced gradually, kept controlled, and closely supervised.
- Keep gear simple to start. Comfortable athletic clothes and water are enough for a first class — most gyms lend gloves, and they'll tell you when it's worth buying your own gloves and hand wraps. See the what-to-wear guide.
- Use a free trial. Many gyms offer a free trial class — the lowest-pressure way to find out if it clicks for your child. See free kickboxing trial classes.
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