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New York San Da
4.5 ★★★★★ 23 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in New York, New York
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
- 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 nybestkickboxing.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 212-239-8619
Hours
| Monday | 11:30 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 3–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 11:30 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 3–9 pm |
| Friday | 11:30 am–7 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–3 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“The environment is welcoming and supportive, whether you’re a beginner or more advanced.”
“Great classes and a great workout”
“This is NYC's first kickboxing gym, the first one to make classes for regular people to learn kickboxing without being fighters.”
Other martial arts here
“I began coming to this gym for an accessible workout, and over 3 years later, take their Kickboxing, San Da, and Kung Fu classes!”
“The level of instruction is one of the best I have encountered in my many years (~30) of martial arts training across different styles (CMA, Karate, MMA/BJJ) and instructors.”
“The level of instruction is one of the best I have encountered in my many years (~30) of martial arts training across different styles (CMA, Karate, MMA/BJJ) and instructors.”
“The level of instruction is one of the best I have encountered in my many years (~30) of martial arts training across different styles (CMA, Karate, MMA/BJJ) and instructors.”
What members say
“The environment is welcoming and supportive, whether you’re a beginner or more advanced.”
“The environment is welcoming and supportive, whether you’re a beginner or more advanced.”
“The gym is no frills, but I can guarantee you will get some great exercise with real-world application and instruction on proper technique.”
“This is one of the best workouts you can get in NYC!”
“This is a great place to get your body right, to build your confidence, to strengthen your mindset and to challenge your overall self.”
From the reviews
NY San Da is the only gym I have stayed at. I have slacked off many times, but with class cards I always come crawling back, they are a great option and I've never seen them in any other gym in the city. The classes are fresh all the time and the staff are low key and friendly.
I am not sure if it is in fact "NY's oldest kickboxing gym" as advertised? But I HAVE met people who have been members 12, 14 and one even 20 years so they must be doing something right?
This is NYC's first kickboxing gym, the first one to make classes for regular people to learn kickboxing without being fighters. My brother was a member first, then brought me, that was 12 years ago. Kickboxing is, like most martial arts, more than just kicks and punches, it is a lifestyle
This is a great place to get your body right, to build your confidence, to strengthen your mindset and to challenge your overall self. The coach and the staff work with you at the level you start off and continue throughout the training providing you with tips to help you reach your goals!
New to muay thai? Start at New York San Da
New York San Da comes up as a beginner-friendly gym, going by their listing and members’ reviews. 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 New York San Da
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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