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Glory Martial Arts Center Staten Island
5 ★★★★★ 263 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Staten Island, 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 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule glorymacenter.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (718) 980-4622
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–12 PM |
The classes they run
“The coaches are incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely care about every student’s progress—whether you’re a complete beginner or more advanced.”
“My Son has been training here for a few years now, and I can honestly say it’s been one of the best decisions he’s made.”
“Instructors are professional, friendly, on time and run a fantastic cirriculum to learn brazilian jiu jitsu and muay thai for both self defense and competiton!”
“If you’re looking for a place to improve your skills, gain confidence, get in shape, and be part of a great martial arts family, I highly recommend Glory Martial Arts Center!”
Other martial arts here
“Instructors are professional, friendly, on time and run a fantastic cirriculum to learn brazilian jiu jitsu and muay thai for both self defense and competiton!”
“I switched from another MMA gym in Staten Island to Glory theres no comparison.”
What members say
“The coaches are incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely care about every student’s progress—whether you’re a complete beginner or more advanced.”
“The coaches are incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely care about every student’s progress—whether you’re a complete beginner or more advanced.”
“Instructors are professional, friendly, on time and run a fantastic cirriculum to learn brazilian jiu jitsu and muay thai for both self defense and competiton!”
“Whether you’re training for competition or just trying to escape the stress of adult life for an hour, this is the spot.”
“The gym is always clean, the environment is welcoming, and there’s a strong sense of community among students.”
“If you’re looking for a place to improve your skills, gain confidence, get in shape, and be part of a great martial arts family, I highly recommend Glory Martial Arts Center!”
From the 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 muay thai for both self defense and competiton!
I switched from another MMA gym in Staten Island to Glory theres no comparison. The coaches are super high level, the gym is clean and the best schedule. Prof. Omar & Ali are the goats Kru Youssef is insanely talented.
Best of the best!!! All training classes, all coaches, all communication, everything is at a high professional level!
Glory Martial Arts Center in Staten Island is honestly one of the best places you can train Jiu Jitsu. The room is filled with high achievers and people who push you to get better, but the vibe is still super welcoming no matter your level or goals.
New to muay thai? Start at Glory Martial Arts Center Staten Island
Glory Martial Arts Center Staten Island 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 Glory Martial Arts Center Staten Island
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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