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NY Best Kickboxing
4.2 ★★★★☆ 105 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in New York, 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 15) — 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule nybestkickboxing.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 212-239-8619
Hours
| Monday | 12–1 pm, 5–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 4–8:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 12–1 pm, 5–8 pm |
| Thursday | 4–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 12–1 pm, 5–8 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–2 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“There are students of all skill levels and lots of beginners come through from the groupon deal.”
“I HIGHLY recommend this class for anyone looking for a great workout in a fun environment with extremely dedicated and qualified instructors.”
“They offered a perfect balance of cardio/strength training and technical classes to improve your kickboxing skills.”
“The classes are a fantastic workout and you also learn a lot about martial arts and self-defense.”
Other martial arts here
“I’ve been training here for almost 3 years—San-Da kickboxing from the start and Kung Fu for the past 2 years—and it’s been an incredible journey.”
What members say
“I barely made it through my first class, but stuck with it and started seeing results really fast.”
“It’s a great place for anyone serious about learning martial arts in a supportive, down-to-earth environment.”
“As a complete novice I encountered a staff who were willing to coach me through technique and train me in a remarkable workout.”
“I HIGHLY recommend this class for anyone looking for a great workout in a fun environment with extremely dedicated and qualified instructors.”
“FYI, the gym is not some kind of futuristic spaceship; it is a pretty traditional-looking place, according to the traditional martial arts teachings.”
“They focus on proper technique, they are very patient with the newbies, and they always motivate me!”
From the reviews
I have been a member here for years and I continue to love the gym, the workout and the people. Never thought I would do any exercise consistently this long, but not only did I see results, the classes remained quite fun! The place is just awesome, everyone friendly, a good sense of humor, quite a sweat.
I loved the classes at NY Best Kickboxing during my four months-stay in the city. They offered a perfect balance of cardio/strength training and technical classes to improve your kickboxing skills. Thanks to the instructors and the group for creating such a welcoming and motivating atmosphere.
I am writing a review because my experience here is so very different than some of the rather strange things I have seen written. I come to the gym via classpass and always have a great experience. It is NOT a very fancy place, it is a small martial arts school.
Signed up to train here for about two months while in the city for an internship and had a great experience. There are students of all skill levels and lots of beginners come through from the groupon deal. Everyone I met at the gym was polite and eager to help me learn.
New to muay thai? Start at NY Best Kickboxing
NY Best Kickboxing 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 NY Best Kickboxing
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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