Kwon's Martial Arts
“I'm very happy with our experience and would absolutely recommend Kwon's Martial Arts to anyone considering martial arts training and looking to build confidence, fitness, and supportive martial arts community.”
Best Martial Arts Classes in Poughkeepsie, NY
15 gyms listed · 4 in Poughkeepsie · 12 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 28, 2026
National Martial Arts
“With my kids busy schedule classes are accommodating and they can take as many or as few as they want each week.”
Precision Boxing & Mixed Martial Arts
“The mats were taken care of and the waiting area had lots of room to sit as well as space to store your belongings.”
Umac Lagrange
“There are plenty of class options, prices are reasonable and Master C is a miracle worker with every kid (rambunctious, shy, etc.”
Trinity Martial Arts
“He came to our camp each week for five weeks to teach martial arts to our campers ages 4–12, and the kids absolutely loved every session.”
Gambit Submission Fighting
“Great gym Aaron is a phenomenal person and coach he truly cares about his students and the sport”
The 15 gyms listed for Poughkeepsie, NY teach martial arts and combat sports. Styles taught, kids' programs and class times come from each gym's own pages, with star ratings from public reviews.
Area overview: Poughkeepsie, NY
4 of the 15 gyms we list are based in Poughkeepsie; the other 11 serve Poughkeepsie from towns including Wappingers Falls (8 mi), Hyde Park (6 mi) and Hopewell Junction (12 mi). The gyms on this page are rated from 4.8 to 5.0 across 749 reviews; 6 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "confidence", "atmosphere" and "skills". 12 are open on Saturdays and 4 on Sundays. Domain records put 9 websites of the gyms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2003. 1 is family- or locally-owned and 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 15 of the gyms on this page; 10 publish a contact page; 12 list a public email and 2 take bookings online. We count these figures across the gyms on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the gym before you enroll.
Which gyms listed for Poughkeepsie show a timetable online?
All 15 gyms have a website on file. The useful ones name the instructor against each slot and mark which classes take beginners. A site built around the founder's rank and a contact form tells you nothing about the Tuesday night you would actually be standing in.
East Coast Martial Arts
“The owner is clearly educated in the realm of martial arts, with a passion to share his knowledge.”
Anthony Quatrochi's Martial Arts Institute
“It does not matter one's skill level, coor-dination, physical shape, or abilities; Shihan and the instructors will make sure you learn this art and that you feel good about yourself every time you step in and out of the dojo.”
Jeet Kune Do Martial Arts Institute
“This is the real deal, belt awards take about a year each,only after the student masters each level.”
Fighting Spirit Karate & Fitness
“I been taking classes at Fighting Spirit Karate & Fitness the last few months while I've been in New Paltz and I have to say its an absolute pleasure train there.”
Garth Perkins Academy
“A good place to go to that will help to improve your skills”
Academy of Korean Martial Arts
“T&T Karate lessons build self confidence, physical, and mental strength along with a deep rooted moral integrity.”
Family Martial Arts Studio
“My two children love taekwondo and I love the transformation I have seen in my kids.”
Grateful Crane Martial Arts
“Sifu Steven Reilly is a wonderful instructor, true to the art of Tai Chi.”
Mid-Hudson Synergy
“I have rarely come across a more respectful and considerate human, and, as a Sensei he is masterfully skilled in various martial arts.”
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about gyms in Poughkeepsie
- “The staff creates a welcoming environment for students of all ages and skill levels, helping everyone build confidence, discipline, and fitness.” — from a review of Kwon's Martial Arts
- “Safe, positive and highly inspiring environment that teaches respect, discipline and confidence.” — from a review of Umac Lagrange
- “This class has exceeded our expectations. Our son’s confidence has gone through the roof, he’s advanced his skills and has received several different belts which he has been so proud of.” — from a review of National Martial Arts
- “My son is also a member and has learned self defense and discipline.” — from a review of Precision Boxing & Mixed Martial Arts
- “The atmosphere is positive and respectful, and the instructors do an excellent job teaching confidence, discipline, and self-defense skills.” — from a review of Kwon's Martial Arts
Excerpts from public reviews of the gyms listed on this page.
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