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Glory Mixed Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 250 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Woodside, 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
- Fight team a competition team for members who want to test themselves as amateur fighters
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule glorymma.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (718) 433-0544
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM–12:30 PM, 4–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–12 PM, 4–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–12 PM, 4–10 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–12 PM, 4–10 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–12 PM, 4–10 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–3:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“So, don't be afraid to join if you're a complete beginner: everyone will help you and you will train at your own pace.”
“I have been taking my son to martial art classes here for a while now and it’s honestly the best place for kids of all ages.”
“He was in Glory MMA since he was 4th grade and now he is in high school.”
“there’s active fighters in the gym and lots interesting people with amazing display of discipline and talent drawn out by the coach and teachers there.”
“I came to this gym with no knowledge of martial arts and glory helped me learn the basics of muy Thai.”
“Parents bring their children to learn self-defense.”
Other martial arts here
“Learning taekwondo and now mixed martial arts taught him to work hard to be good at something while learning discipline and having fun at the same time.”
What members say
“This is the gym for you and for your kids the coach are amazing, nice & very professional his so kind.”
“So, don't be afraid to join if you're a complete beginner: everyone will help you and you will train at your own pace.”
“I had the chance to take a Muay Thai class while visiting my family in Queens, and it was such a great experience.”
“Coach mike, MD and Justin are all amazing tutors that help you through your technique and skill level.”
“there’s active fighters in the gym and lots interesting people with amazing display of discipline and talent drawn out by the coach and teachers there.”
“The gym was also clean and well-maintained, making it an enjoyable place to train.”
From the reviews
This is a wonderful environment for children and adults. The kids learn martial arts and home rules which helps with discipline. The staff is extremely knowledgeable talented and caring. I like it here. The studio has changed its name to Ultimate Champions Martial Arts. It continues to be a wonderful environment.
My son is Andrew. He was in Glory MMA since he was 4th grade and now he is in high school. He is so happy to be in Glory MMA. Glory MMA is not only teach for fighting, also teach your kid confident and respect to each other. Help the kids behavior also. We love Glory MMA.
I had the chance to take a Muay Thai class while visiting my family in Queens, and it was such a great experience. Coach Mike was incredibly kind and professional he even brought me water before class, which I really appreciated. His students were welcoming and supportive, creating a very positive training environment.
This gym has one of the best communities, not just in martial arts gyms, that I've ever seen. Coach Mike is a super kind person that has fostered an environment where everyone is welcome, regardless of their martial arts level or physical condition.
New to muay thai? Start at Glory Mixed Martial Arts
Glory Mixed Martial Arts 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 Mixed Martial Arts
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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