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Nubreed Martial Arts Academy
4.9 ★★★★★ 126 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Whitestone, 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 (ages 5–9) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule nubreedmartialarts.net — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 718-747-2550
Hours
| Monday | 10 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 9 am–1 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My daughter goes to this academy in their little leaders program and after two months I can already see drastic changes in her focus and physical abilities.”
“They have described it as a fun, life changing experience that has motivated them to continue to train, grow and develop as disciplined young teens.”
“The instructors don’t just teach techniques, they teach confidence, respect, and real world self defense rooted in the philosophy of Jeet Kune Do.”
Other martial arts here
“After we toured the facility and my son said he wanted to give kickboxing a try Sifu Luigi was gracious enough to invite my wife and I to meet with him.”
“My son started bjj at a different gym that closed before starting NuBreed.”
What members say
“The environment is welcoming, supportive, and full of amazing people who motivate each other to grow, not just in martial arts but in life as well.”
“The environment is welcoming, supportive, and full of amazing people who motivate each other to grow, not just in martial arts but in life as well.”
“The instructors don’t just teach techniques, they teach confidence, respect, and real world self defense rooted in the philosophy of Jeet Kune Do.”
“Everyone has a unique approach to teaching, with the same goal in mind - to make every student smile, sweat, and learn.”
“It is obvious to me that they care about the children and about producing in them good character, discipline, and skills needed for real life (not just martial arts skills).”
From the reviews
I joined Nubreed back in 2021 without any martial arts experience and only knowing of the philosophy of Jeet Kune Do. It’s an amazing place to train. One of my favorite things about Nubreed are the different classes that you can take where you can focus on a specific art.
They have great options for classes for adults. I have enjoyed their jut jitsu, jeet kun do, as well as a few other classes. When I couldn't do those classes bc of my scheduling conflict, I was able to take early morning kickboxing and wonderful yoga class.
Our experience with Nubreed Martial Arts Academy has been absolutely incredible. My children have been enrolled in the program for over four years now, and they have enjoyed every single moment of it immensely. It has been a profound joy watching them work their way up through the ranks from day one.
My son has been a student at Nubreed for about 5 months and I am so happy I made the decision to enroll him in this martial arts school. After we toured the facility and my son said he wanted to give kickboxing a try Sifu Luigi was gracious enough to invite my wife and I to meet with him.
New to muay thai? Start at Nubreed Martial Arts Academy
Nubreed 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 Nubreed 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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