QueensMMA

I’ve been a member of Queens MMA for about a couple months now and actively train BJJ there. I’ve been practicing BJJ for about a year and compared to all the instruction I’ve had at previous schools I think Queens MMA is top notch.
The quality of training is as good as it gets, there are a lot of high level guys to roll with if you want to step your game to the next level. The BJJ classes incorporates multiple styles of grappling (judo & wrestling as well). They offer flexible class schedules and payment systems so it is perfect for someone who works full time.
The school is a clean and safe environment to be in, everyone is very respectful and definitely is a family friendly place. Beginners are warmly welcomed, if you ever thought about giving BJJ/​Muay Thai a try this is the place to start!

Great instructors and training partners, clean environment, by clean I mean CLEAN, they disinfect mats and bathrooms, as a girl that’s quite important. The equipment are very well kept. You will make friends there, ones you’d keep.. :)

This is a great place to train. I mainly have experience with the Brazilian Jiu-​Jitsu program, so that’s what I’ll be focusing on. Here’s the breakdown:
1. The ownership: The owner, Kevin, is an involved and active owner. He himself trains under our instructor and is therefore very aware of what is going on in his own gym. Many gyms have «absentee owners» who don’t notice the little things, and frankly don’t care to. This is not the case with Queens MMA.
2. The instruction: The instructor, Charlie, is a BJJ black belt who knows how to break down techniques very well so that anyone can understand them. We all know learning techniques is important, however, the atmosphere of the class is also important. In Charlie’s classes the atmosphere is friendly, open, and welcoming. It doesn’t matter if you’re in shape and athletic, or looking to drop some pounds and have no idea what you’re doing, he’ll help you along.
3. Overall atmosphere: I started training BJJ for several reasons; losing weight, self-​defense, etc. However after training here for a while I realized that the people that train here also keep me coming back. I often call our gym a «meat-​head free zone.» The arrogant people who just want to beat up on others get weeded out very quickly here. What you’re left with are friendly, helpful people who just want to train and get better at their art. People here train hard, don’t get me wrong, but you won’t see people acting like they won a world championship because they tapped you out.
Cliffs: Great place to train with excellent instruction, friendly atmosphere, and involved and interested owner. I can’t recommend it enough.

Queens mma was the second school I trained at. I lost 50 pounds training at qmma and met a lot of great people.
My review is based off my personal experience at the school 2 years ago and does not include any changes the school may have done.
My first impression of QMMA was this is a «bad ass» school to train in. The owner had world champion muay thai instructors from Sitan and Jiu jitsu world champions from Alliance NYC teaching. They also offered mma but that class was mediocre at best. *Note the trainer didn’t teach mma only brawling.
Qmma honestly felt like the best place in the world to train in. The jitsu and muay thai students were at a high level of training and the instructors were world class (literally).
The reason why my review is 3 stars is because the school became a franchise and changed how it ran.
Qmma dropped it’s high level muay thai program and changed it to an «I Love Kickboxing» exercise cardio kickboxing class.
The level of training also dropped and the students who were going changed. The jiu jitsu class remained the same but my personal interest of doing mma and muay thai were no longer reflected with what the school had to offer.
I understand that in this market you make concessions to attract a higher demographics and understand the changes that were made. However it was no longer a place I wanted to train at.
For this reason Qmma gets 3 stars. Check them out for jiu jitsu and cardio kickboxing.

I have been going to queens MMA for about three or four summers in a row now. No other gym compares to them when it comes to kickboxing. The workout is intense and you’ll be in the best shape of your life if you commit to the classes. They have also redone the gym since I first started and it’s really nice. There is nothing I enjoy more than the classes at Queens MMA.

This review is based on the kickboxing fitness class, not the advanced classes
Good:
1. Good workout
2. Clean facilities, new locker rooms
3. Instructors won’t make you feel intimidated
4. Enjoyed the music they played
Bad:
1. Not many classes during the weekend. If you work in the city and can’t make it back to Bayside in time, tough luck.
2. Not much explanation on proper form. I had to specifically ask the instructor if I was doing it right because my foot started hurting after a few classes and it turns out I was doing it wrong. Good thing I asked before I did more severe damage (hey i’m not a young kid anymore)
Worse:
1. I started with an internet special which was very cheap, but they make sure to push you to do the full membership every time you go. I admit that’s how they make money but their explanation of different levels of membership and how cancellation works was super confusing. Basically they talked really quickly for 1 minute and said, let’s get you signed up. I literally had to ask them to explain it to me 3 times, and I don’t think I’m slow.
2. Due to a personal injury I had to cancel my membership. I have not gone in a few months and finally got off my lazy butt to call them to cancel on 4÷3÷14. The guy says he will email me the next day but I did not get any emails and on 5÷1÷14 I was charged $ 150 again. I called them back about this and they said I need to sign some form to cancel and according to their records they have not send me an email. The person asked me when I called to cancel and they will check and get back to me. It took them about 24 hours to get back to me via email (don’t ask me why, it’s not like they have so many staff members working each night) and said I am officially cancelled. I guess I don’t need to sign any forms after all?
They did not mention anything about the charge incurred this month, however, so I emailed them back about a refund. Again took them 24 hours to get back to me and said that there’s a 30 day notice policy on cancellations and I will not get my money back. That is what drove me to write this review. The way they pushed the sale and then not give a crap when you actually want to cancel is BAD BUSINESS 101. Why would any astute business owner care that I gave them a 28 day notice instead of 30, when I actually haven’t used their facility in months due to injury? If they really want my $ 150, fine. But they will be losing more than that when I tell everyone to stay away from this place.
In short:
The instructors are pretty nice though they don’t really try to correct you if you are doing it in a way that can hurt yourself.
The owners really don’t give a crap about you. They just want your Benjamins.

Very legit Muay Thai program w great cardio kickboxing classes. Very clean facility and great and knowledgeable staff. Wish I’d train w them from the beginning,

I came here to learn Judo. When I arrived they said they don’t offer Judo anymore for adults and simply offer BJJ and Muay Thai. I wouldn’t necessarily call it MMA since they don’t offer any MMA classes.
The facility is clean and modern but a bit cramped. I purchased a groupon and was told on the first day that I had to make reservations for my classes. It would be great if they replied to phone calls and emails at a consistent basis. Other students can simply just walk into classes.
The prices aren’t cheap but the workouts aren’t bad. It is class taught and not much on individual tips.
If you come late to class (due to traffic and the sort) be prepared to turn around and go home. This happened to me. After a 15 minute drive and another 15 minute wait in traffic. I guess I can have a better deal at my local Bally’s …

wow! this place has your heart pumping for sure, on the street parking, I would suggest early morning classes.

The cardio-​kickboxing and Thai boxing classes are great! I can’t get enough. I have always struggled with my weight and have tried, unsuccessfully, everything possible to lose weight and maintain it. I have done traditional exercise routines and never lost this much weight in such as short period of time. I have built muscle mass and gone down 4 sizes in three months, losing a total of 34 pounds.
The classes are fun and intense, leaving no time to think and get bored. I enjoyed it so much that I began to stay to watch the Muay Thai classes and fell in love with those as well. Eventually, I joined that class and have made great friends along the way. I look forward to going every night as it has become my stress reliever and home away from home. I actually look forward to working out every night.
Saif, Eric, and Mike as well as Kevin, the owner, greet me every night by my first name and are always willing to offer advice. They take pride in what they do and are very skilled and knowledgeable in the art of kickboxing, especially Thai boxing. Its a great workout and I have to admit that I am loving the way my body looks! Once you see the transformation take place, it becomes addicting. Thanks guys!

Boy, time sure does fly when you’re having fun. I have attended classes for almost a year now and things have changed here dramatically. 1^st and foremost change, my overall physical health for the better.
The conditioning I received in these classes has improved my cardio health and overall wellness! Man! I feel great! I can’t thank QueensMMA and «Ilove​kick​box​ing​.com» enough for changing my body. My wife is happy and can see the difference and when she’s happy, I’m happy! :)
Another thing that has changed in over a year is the school itself. Many improvements have been made, newly installed showers and lockers for both the men and women changing areas, new mats and added equipment, expanded training schedules, enlarged training area and the hiring of new staff members.
Everyone here from the staff to the students are so nice and genuine and you feel like family. I like to thank my wonderful trainers who push me harder than I would be able to push myself. Saif, Mike and Eric. Keep up the great work and don’t forget to ask Kevin for a raise, You earned it!

Queens MMA is the best Mixed Martial Arts/​Jiu Jitsu academy that I have ever been apart of. The Alliance jiu jitsu program is run by Francisco Sinistro Itturalde who is a great instructor that is very patient with his students and someone who will train you hard but will also have a good laugh with you. The facility is very clean and has its own parking. Management is also very friendly who works along with you to accomplish your goals. This is a great school for someone who hopefully wants to become a world champion one day to someone who just wants to get in shape. There is no better way to go other than Queens MMA!

This review is for the kickboxing classes (offered through
) at Queens MMA.
This isn’t cool to admit, but I hate exercise. I hate sweating, I hate being out of breath, I hate feeling my blood rush to my hands and face and knowing I look like a bruised tomato.
All these things happened at Queens MMA’s kickboxing classes… and I still had a good time.
Queens MMA is a surprisingly legit martial arts studio for being wedged in the middle of a Bayside strip mall. The classes are structured: First 10 mins = running. Next 15 mins = other exercises. Last 35 mins — using pads, mitts, and gloves, etc. to beat the crap out of things. You’re almost always working with a partner, so you have a little bit of downtime while you’re the one getting hit.
The instructors are great and are martial arts (MMA, judo?) competitors. I didn’t come here more than once a week, but a once-​a-​dayer said that they mix up every class so that you’re working out different parts of your body each time. As a result, some classes will be harder than others.
The instructors, fellow students, and front desk are all friendly and helpful! If you’re a weakling like me and obviously suffering, the instructor will tone down the exercises for you on your first class.
Last but best: NO SHOES!!! Working out barefoot is inexplicably liberating.
The place also seems really legit if you want to train in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu or Judo. They have a little kids’ Judo class which is really adorable and where the kids pour out looking really happy afterward. The website says they offer yoga, but it’s not on their schedule. Beyond that, I’m not sure the punching bags draped all over the studio are the best locale for your pacifist yoga practice…
DISCLAIMERS:
1. This is a small, one-​room studio. There are no showers, just a small changing area by the bathrooms. Most people come already dressed in workout clothes.
2. Difficulty in booking classes! You need to reserve your space for each class (of course, you could also just book a bunch at once). They only have one kickboxing class per day: 7pm on MWF, 6pm on Tu/​Th, 11am on Saturday. Reserve your space 2 weeks in advance.
*Just got an email that they’re adding a 7pm class to Tu/​Th, and some morning classes on MWF!*
3. Pricing. I came here with a Groupon: 5 classes for $ 30. Unfortunately, the pricing for their normal classes is prohibitive for me… There’s a $ 197 «activation fee» which they «take $ 100 off of,» then you buy a 35-​class punch card for $ 447. Yikes. They also have 65-​class cards and membership by month if you expect to go more often than once a week.
4. This may be minor, but if you’re afraid of other people’s sweat and stink, this may not be for you. After class, the mats and equipment will be… wet.

I been training BJJ, Judo, and Wrestling at this gym for a few months now. All the instructors are high level, knowledgeable, informative and very friendly. All the students are friendly and with no ego’s. Also very easy to find parking in the area.

If you’re looking to get fit, lose weight, learn a martial art,. Queens MMA is the place to go. The muay thai classes are amazing with excellent instructors who teach proper techniques while whipping your butt into tip top shape. It’s challenging but not impossible, and you’re going to feel amazing after each and every class. I know the BJJ, MMA, and wrestling classes are good too, with informative instructors and lots of one-​one attention. It’s a family at Queens MMA, unlike the larger gyms where people do not know your name. It’s a warm environment. Honestly, a must try! You’ll regret it if you don’t.

I found out about this place on an MMA forum in March, and decided to come in. It was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made.
I was skeptical about signing another contract, as I was just burned by a gym in Long Island. The owner was very flexible with free introductory classes, pricing of a 2 week trial after that, etc. It’s always a good feeling when a business owner is willing to make that kind of offer, as that means they are very confident of the product they’re selling. Well, they have good reason to be confident…
Their instructors are top notch, and really care about their students. Plenty of schools in the City and Long Island are way too big and crowded to actually give that attention to their students, and make sure they progress. Not to mention, their instructors are actually tournament tested unlike other schools. Their judo instructor is a world champion, BJJ instructors are world champions, state champions, Muay Thai instructors are multiple time champions, etc. The affiliated school, Team Alliance, is one of the best (if not the best) in the world. Our instructors are rolling every day with big names in the BJJ community like Fabio Clemente, Lucas Lepri, Babs, etc. That knowledge is passed down to us every class.
Whether you’re looking to just learn about MMA and BJJ, doing it because you see it on TV, want to lose weight, or are actually looking to compete, this school should be #1 on your list.

I came here on their opening day and it was pretty great I must say. Queens MMA offer a variety of classes along with experienced instructors. I saw people from all ages attending their classes. Their facility is pretty clean and there is a parking lot available for your convenience. The only downside I find with Queens MMA, they don’t have a locker room along with showers. Other than that, Queens MMA is a pretty legit spot to learn BJJ, Sambo, Yoga, and more. As for prices, I’m not too sure how much they charge a month but I do know that your first class is free!