Great new MMA/BJJ gym opened on Staten Island!…read more Location: 407 Manor Rd, SI NY. Gym is located a convenient few minutes off the expressway with decent street parking. Atmosphere: The gym has all the proper equipment a member would need and want to see. All equipment was well maintained and looked new. No rips or stains on the mats, etc. There are benches for viewing, sitting or throwing your gear. They also have a bathroom onsite and other necessities. Everything was clean and inviting. There were many types and skill levels of those who joined the Grand opening, young and old, experienced and new, men and women. Everyone got along just great, they looked super comfortable to be there, and really helped lift each other up. Just watching the classes, I got a real sense of family, of pride and confidence. Instructors: If you're looking for experienced trainers who are enthusiastic and relatable, look no further. During the Grand opening you could see multiple instructors and their different teaching styles. They give a wide variety of expertise and teaching styles to make the biggest impact. All the trainers were friendly and most importantly, hands on. I watched many of them going from person to person, group to group showing them what they can do better or to work on. These guys are not afraid to get in there and truly teach you. No side line coaching. Price: Prices during the Grand Opening were 100$ for the month which I found to be very affordable considering all that you would get throughout the month. There are multiple classes and a wide variety of classes available which makes this gym desirable to a variety of people. Maybe you want a boxing class, an MMA class or to learn some self defense, You'll get your monies worth here. Bottom line: Check this place out!

Awesome school. If you want to learn from some of the best MMA/Jujitsu coaches on Staten Island,…read morethen this is the place you want to be. Everyone is Extremely helpful and welcoming. They take the time to teach new students all the time.

Absolutely LOVED my experience here. Purchased a Groupon. 5 kickboxing classes for 45 minutes each…read moreand a 15-20 min one-one training to understand the basics and comes with one free tee that is required to be worn during classes. People were extremely friendly, encouraging, and supportive. Instructors remembers your name after one class and corrects your form if it's not accurate so you don't hurt yourself and teaches you how to kick/punch better. Even the students there were so helpful as it was my first time and was willing to spend a few minutes here and there to correct my form. Scheduling classes was easy as there is an app to shows the schedule of various classes. Also, the place is clean is because there are no shoes on the mats. One thing I didn't like was that there are no lockers in the changing room and it's just a place to change and store your belongings. However, it was safe to leave your belongings there as you are working out. Would love to go back again!

I was recently trying to rejoin the world of martial arts after a long time of being out of the…read moreloop. I had zero grappling experience and felt like Bjj was the absolute perfect art to fill said gap. I reached out via email and got a quick reply by voicemail and then by text. They were willing to answer all of my questions, even questions about the rates, contract, fees etc. They answered ALL of my questions AT the initial point of contact, which I very much appreciated and showed a stellar level of customer service on their part. So I showed up for my first introductory class, and as someone who's got plenty of experience in martial arts, I was looking for things that might be worth making note off: the equipment (such as the standing body-bags that the kickboxing class use for training) appeared to be in good shape, the mats weren't dusty or with any obvious debris and the place seemed generally to be very clean from the mats to the lockerrooms and bathroom. The instructers were all very kind to work with me and help me to develop my technique and understanding of what it is I'm getting myself into. It was a good class with great people, no doubt. The only thing I didn't like is the hard-sale strategy to sign the contract. That was why I couldn't continue, even though I really wanted to. Had I been presented with the contract differently, it's quite possible I'd be fully enrolled into my first month's classes right now. But they pitch HARD... for example, I wanted to take at LEAST two introductory classes before making a final decision, and I wanted to sleep on it. A 7 month contract (and that's just the ENTRY LEVEL contract which you are likely going to be asked to renew to a year contract in a few months once you're ready for advanced classes) is a big commitment when you're spending $219 a month, which they state is completely inflexible, regardless of income or situation and must be paid EVERY MONTH... no... matter... what... sick? Doesn't matter. Injured for under 6 months? Doesn't matter. You gotta pay). There are ways to get out of the contract, but ultimately, I was given the vibe of "but if you have an issue you will just call the company that handles our payments... they deal with that stuff" Still, this wasn't enough for me to rule me out. I still wanted it and could "kind of" afford it. The issue was that hard-sell. I am a salesman for a living and I can tell when someone is trying too hard to sell something. I see it everyday from my own coworkers and I respect them for it. Honestly I respect them for it here also. They need money. They are a business. It makes sense and there is nothing wrong whatsoever with that. The only issue though it is was the wrong approach for me and I felt like they should've felt my energy on that. I told them I was uncomfortable and wanted to take a second class and make a decision. Rather than saying something along the lines of "go... take the second class... and let me know what you think. If you need more time, that's okay. When you're ready, we'll be here and we'll be happy to have you as a part of the community "(what probably would've had me come back for AT LEAST a month trial). But what actually happened when I said this, is the gentleman seemed slightly disappointed and even slightly frustrated. He then replied, "... cool okay, but if you do this, I would REALLY need you to get back here right after so we can go over paperwork." It wasn't even subtle. It seemed too desperate. I kept replaying this in my mind, as a salesperson, thinking "man they really as desperate to get the sale..." I've seen it hundreds of times. The face when one of my collegues or even I can't close a sale... the emotion behind the reaction. It was all there and it was clear. No denying it. He wanted that paperwork SIGNED and I get why. It's a business, and businesses need money in order to operate. ... but I had to take a star for that... I was not comfortable and was even a little nervous specifically and only because the person working with me had too hard of a sales pitch. It made me decide that maybe this isn't the right choice for me right now and it unfortunately lead to me asking for cancellation before a single business day had passed. But on the plus side... these are all good people. They are trying to run a good business and have a good culture. I'd be happy to be a part of their community and would even recommend these guys if anyone asks. Everything seemed almost perfect about that place. The only thing that didn't work for me was the sales-pitch and the contract inflexibility. I probably woudln'tve noticed any of this stuff if I wasn't a salesperson myself so don't let my words make you look down on these guys. The world needs as much truth as possible these days, though which is why I had to write this review. Gave me some free gear, treated me with respect and gave me a good lesson; give em a shot

Employees were very nice and it is a great school. The owner is very friendly. It is in a…read moreconvenient spot and they helped my child get stronger. I LOVE THIS PLACE!

I have been here for ~7 years - recently came back after 2 years. Place is still running very well,…read morewith great instructors and fun times. It's perfect

So grateful for Glory Martial Arts Center. Jiu-jitsu and Muay Thai.my son absolutely loves it and…read moreit shows in his smile every day. Best instructors. thank u

I've been training at Glory Martial Arts in Staten Island for about a month and a half now, and I…read morecan honestly say it's been one of the best decisions I've made. The progress I've made in such a short time has been amazing, not only in terms of skill and technique, but also in confidence and fitness.The coaches are incredibly knowledgeable, supportive, and passionate about what they do. They create a motivating and respectful environment that pushes you to be your best, no matter your experience level. HIGHLY RECOMMEND.

Great school. My son is 3.5 and loves it! The instructors are great and make the class fun. Highly…read morerecommend.

My son has been going here since he is 2…read more My son is asthmatic and will sometimes have to take long breaks. The Masters in this school always make him feel comfortable upon return and do their best to help keep his asthma from stopping him from proceeding with class. Some will even carry his inhaler with them in case he needs it. Sometimes it is very busy and some things may get lost in the shuffle, do not hesitate to ask the staff to repeat or find something out for you. They do not mind. There are a lot of children in this school! Be patient! The best programs have many many happy hardworking students. This is one of them.

Unfortunately, my 3 year old daughter was not ready to start classes with them yet…read more Despite that, I would like to thank instructor Doras for being so patient with her. It usually takes my daughter quite some time to warm up to people and the environment but she was already acting silly in no time (unfortunately failed at following instructions though lol). She suggested for me to bring my daughter over to observe their toddler classes during the week just so she can get an idea of what she could be learning and get used to the environment. I hope we can be back for official classes in maybe 6 months to a years time.

Great place for learning Taekwondo i go here 2 times a week, its a little pricey and hard to afford…read morebut its worth it. I love coming here and i recommend it. The staff and Master Seo are very respectful, This is the best Taekwondo in Brooklyn! Come here if you want to learn self defense!

I cannot say enough wonderful things about this academy. I started training at this gym back in…read more2015. I was definitely nervous and intimidated in the beginning because it was all guys but Professor Mike and his team welcomed me, a young female, with open arms. He didn't make me feel like an outcast but instead took me into this inclusive environment and guided me to become the well rounded person I am today. This place has taught me discipline, respect and of course jiu jitsu. It's not just the physical aspect but a freeing mind set that I implore anyone , especially women to explore. This is a safe place with all different ages, cultures, and personalities where we can all just roll, learn , laugh and have a good time.

It's not a bad place but at the end of the day they are there to make money. I got injured very…read morevery badly and no one seemed to care nor check up on me after I cancelled my subscription. Some camaraderie huh? They're nice people but remember it's a business at the end of the day.

Stu John and Joe are amazing instructors. If you want your kids to learn real martial arts, send…read morethem to this school. Most schools have kids running around, fooling around and not learning practical self defense. The kids in this school get fit and learn an Olympic sport. They do a tournament every month and everyone DOESNT get a medal. 5 stars.

You won't find judo like this anywhere else. Attention to detail, great instruction, and an amazing…read moreenvironment make it easy to learn at the highest level here. Being able to have a sensi break things down to the smallest detail and work with you has made the world of difference.