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United Martial Arts

5 ★★★★★ 26 Google reviews · Muay thai gym in Uniondale, New York

Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons

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 4–17) — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Private lessons private, one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
  • Sparring & clinch sparring and clinch sessions for members ready for controlled contact — always optional and coach-supervised
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule umakarate.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 516-784-7269

Hours

Monday 5–8 pm
Tuesday 4–8 pm
Wednesday 5–8 pm
Thursday 4–8 pm
Friday Closed
Saturday 9 am–1 pm
Sunday 9–11 am

Hours shift for holidays, seminars, and open-gym times — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Muay thai classes on the schedule at United Martial Arts, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Muay Thai 22 mentions

“My son and I gained an unmatched foundation of discipline with Senseis and Nidan Church and also experienced the support of a true extended family.”

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📘 Fundamentals 2 mentions

“If you are seeking a solid, thorough and strong foundation in the martial arts, UMA is where you want to be.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“Not just self defense they’ll teach your kids discipline, respect and how to spread love.”

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Other martial arts here

Muay thai gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at United Martial Arts — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🦵 Kickboxing

“Being able to learn karate and kickboxing is a collaboration of skills that I didn't realize he needed.”

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🎽 Karate

“Being able to learn karate and kickboxing is a collaboration of skills that I didn't realize he needed.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want BJJ, boxing, or MMA alongside muay thai, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 26 Google reviews — in their own words.

🤝 no-ego, friendly gym 17 mentions

“My son and I gained an unmatched foundation of discipline with Senseis and Nidan Church and also experienced the support of a true extended family.”

📘 real technique & fundamentals 2 mentions

“I have noticed that each student is given individual attention to make sure that their form is correct and that they are learning the skills appropriately.”

🧒 strong kids program 4 mentions

“Excellent School, helped my son to develop self confidence, positive attitude and overall character.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 13 mentions

“My son and I gained an unmatched foundation of discipline with Senseis and Nidan Church and also experienced the support of a true extended family.”

From the reviews

United Martial Arts teaches self-discipline, fitness, and respect. Initially, the goal was to learn self-defense, but my child is gaining so much more. Being able to learn karate and kickboxing is a collaboration of skills that I didn't realize he needed. It has built his confidence tremendously.

★★★★★ — Kay, Jan 2026

Love this gym , they treat everyone like Family My 14 year old autistic daughter is on the spectrum and is so comfortable When she trains with the coaches, they are so patient with her , she has more confidence and strength, I have also gained confidence that I can defend myself in a dangerous situation without…

★★★★★ — Roody, Jan 2021

Outstanding experience. Even in a group setting, the individuals are brought along at a comfortable pace while being pushed to be their best. The Sensei genuinely cares for the development of the students in building their discipline, self-confidence, and character.

★★★★★ — Alan, Jan 2021

Family friendly and GREAT Sensei!!!! My nephew ( a normally timid kid) had the pleasure of taking these classes and he absolutely loved it! Not only was he excited to go back and practice, but he became more confident! Great after school or weekend activity for kids to build confidence and discipline!

★★★★★ — Arielle, Jan 2021

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New to muay thai? Start at United Martial Arts

United 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.

Check beginner classes on their site

Your first muay thai class at United 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.

Muay thai is a contact sport. Ease in, listen to your coaches, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find United Martial Arts

Corner of greengrove and, 953 Front St, Uniondale, NY11553

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