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Glory Martial Arts Center

5 ★★★★★ 440 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Brooklyn, New York

Muay Thai gym Beginners welcome Kids & teens Fitness classes Fight team

Plan your first class

  • 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
  • Women's classes dedicated women's muay thai classes — a welcoming space to train and start out in
  • Fitness & conditioning muay thai fitness and cardio classes — a serious workout you can do without ever having to spar
  • Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule glorymacenter.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (718) 833-4622

Hours

Monday 11 AM–9 PM
Tuesday 11 AM–9 PM
Wednesday 11 AM–9 PM
Thursday 11 AM–9 PM
Friday 11 AM–8:30 PM
Saturday 9 AM–2 PM
Sunday 10 AM–1 PM

Hours shift for holidays, seminars, and open-gym times — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Muay thai classes on the schedule at Glory Martial Arts Center, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🌱 Beginner Muay Thai 5 mentions

“The environment is friendly, and there's a broad scope of skill among the students in the classes, giving the opportunity to practice with people of all levels.”

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🧒 Kids Muay Thai 4 mentions

“Coach Ali and his talented teaching staff are amazing, engaging and supportive (my son loves Coach Yvette!”

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🏆 Fight Team

“The training is technical, intense, and welcoming to all levels - whether you're just starting or looking to compete.”

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Other martial arts here

Muay thai gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at Glory Martial Arts Center — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🦵 Kickboxing

“Their Muay Thai Kick Boxing and MMA training is amazing.”

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🥊 Boxing

“Their Muay Thai Kick Boxing and MMA training is amazing.”

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🥋 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) 5 mentions

“The BJJ classes are detailed and technical, with great focus on fundamentals and real application.”

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🏟️ MMA

“Their Muay Thai Kick Boxing and MMA training is amazing.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want BJJ, boxing, or MMA alongside muay thai, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 440 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧑‍🏫 expert, authentic coaching 6 mentions

“Kind high level coaches, friendly people, a great clean facility, and high level competitors.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 13 mentions

“The environment is friendly, and there's a broad scope of skill among the students in the classes, giving the opportunity to practice with people of all levels.”

🤝 no-ego, friendly gym 23 mentions

“The environment is friendly, and there's a broad scope of skill among the students in the classes, giving the opportunity to practice with people of all levels.”

📘 real technique & fundamentals 7 mentions

“Whether you're a beginner or an experienced martial artist, they take the time to ensure you're mastering techniques and progressing at your own pace.”

🔥 killer workout & conditioning 2 mentions

“The NEW Glory Fitness Unite is the perfect cherry on top, boosting performance, conditioning, and overall strength!”

🧒 strong kids program 2 mentions

“Coach Ali and his talented teaching staff are amazing, engaging and supportive (my son loves Coach Yvette!”

From the reviews

This is an incredible Martial Arts Training Center. Their Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is at the highest level. Their Muay Thai Kick Boxing and MMA training is amazing. It's a very loving friendly and family oriented center. You feel welcomed and appreciated. All the people who train here are always looking to learn and help.

★★★★★ — Marlon, Jun 2021

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 beautiful facilities and a great welcoming environment, Truly a place where the only thing you can do is progress and enjoy the process.

★★★★★ — Mohammednour, Feb 2026

Awesome gym! The coaches are legit—super technical, super patient, and somehow super happy while demonstrating how easily we can all be submitted. Every class balances technique, drilling, and rolls perfectly. Clean mats, great energy, and a team that actually makes you look forward to getting submitted :)

★★★★★ — J, Nov 2025

I’ve had an incredible experience training at Glory Martial Arts Center! The instructors are highly skilled, knowledgeable, and passionate about teaching. They create a welcoming and supportive atmosphere for students of all levels.

★★★★★ — Haziq, Jan 2025

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New to muay thai? Start at Glory Martial Arts Center

Glory Martial Arts Center 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.

See their beginner class info

Your first muay thai class at Glory Martial Arts Center

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.

Muay thai is a contact sport. Ease in, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Glory Martial Arts Center

9312 4th Ave, Brooklyn, NY11220

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