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Anderson's Martial Arts Academy
4.6 ★★★★★ 123 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in New York, New York
Membership-only martial arts program featuring jiu-jitsu & kickboxing in a no-nonsense studio.
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 levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth muay thai classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Private lessons private, one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Sparring & clinch sparring and clinch sessions for members ready for controlled contact — always optional and coach-supervised
- Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule andersonsmartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (212) 766-6622
Hours
| Monday | 10 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 12–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 12–9 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–2:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The classes have great variety, and the trainers are all very knowledgeable and kind- highly recommend to beginners or advanced martial artists!”
“Their 1 on 1 classes are the best I have had which is why this has been my gym for many years.”
“After visiting other gyms around the city, I found this has the best 1hr programs packed with warm ups, pad work, technique breakdowns and sparring.”
“All of the BJJ classes are mixed levels which allows you to train with advanced students to beginners and even with individuals who compete.”
“He has a great way of breaking techniques down so they’re easy to understand and apply, while still emphasizing the importance of fundamentals.”
“They also coordinated a self defense class for my office which is currently being built out to the broader firm.”
“The kids program is outstanding and the instructors are patient, experienced, and truly care about building confidence and discipline, not just technique.”
Other martial arts here
“One of the standout features of Anderson's is its comprehensive curriculum covering various forms of martial arts, including Jeet Kune Do, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and Muay Thai.”
What members say
“The classes have great variety, and the trainers are all very knowledgeable and kind- highly recommend to beginners or advanced martial artists!”
“They're not just experts in their respective disciplines, but they're also incredibly supportive and dedicated to helping students progress.”
“One of the standout features of Anderson's is its comprehensive curriculum covering various forms of martial arts, including Jeet Kune Do, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and Muay Thai.”
“The gym area is excellent and equipped with everything you need for strength and conditioning—weights, lifting equipment, and space to train properly.”
“After visiting other gyms around the city, I found this has the best 1hr programs packed with warm ups, pad work, technique breakdowns and sparring.”
“The kids program is outstanding and the instructors are patient, experienced, and truly care about building confidence and discipline, not just technique.”
From the reviews
Anderson's Martial Arts Academy is more than a martial arts school, it's a community and a home away from home. Dan Anderson is the most skilled martial artist that I have ever worked with. His ability to take well-known techniques and transform them into even more effective methods is truly a gift.
Anderson's Martial Arts is truly a gem in the realm of martial arts training. Over the past 4/5 years, I've had the privilege of being a part of this establishment, and I can confidently say it's been an enriching journey.
Anderson's is amazing! If you are looking to study Martial Arts and get an incredible workout this place is awesome. However, if you are looking to join a community of people working towards a common goal, while studying and working out, you need to sign up for your free three day trial NOW!!
I really like this school for various reasons. First, all of the instructors are friendly, professional, caring, and they have patience. They will take their time to ensure you learn because they know that every person has a different style of learning.
New to muay thai? Start at Anderson's Martial Arts Academy
Anderson's Martial Arts Academy 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 program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale the conditioning to you. Second, you won't be thrown into sparring — reputable gyms build fundamentals (stance, footwork, and the basic strikes of the "art of eight limbs") for weeks before any contact, and sparring stays optional. Third, all 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 muay thai class at Anderson's Martial Arts Academy
Nervous about walking into a muay thai 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 on pads and bags — not fighting. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: shorts or athletic wear and a t-shirt; you'll train barefoot on the mats. What to bring: water and hand wraps if you have them — many gyms lend gloves for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gloves, wraps, a mouthguard, and shin guards. Sparring is optional and comes later, once your fundamentals 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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