GARCIA MUAY THAI AND MMA GYM — Local services in City of Glen Cove

I needed Master Garcia’s Body Transformation program. Most people who looked at me would have thought otherwise. I’m 5’2”, weighed 127 pounds, have three kids, and just turned 40. I exercised 1 to 3 times a week only at the gym whenever I could squeeze it in around my part-time work schedule and the kids’ schedules. Some people would say I was fit overall. My problem was that I exercised so I could eat whatever I wanted. I found that as I got older, that weight didn’t come off as easily. And as I got busier, I kept eating what I wanted, but exercised less.

I joined the program to get me back on track. The first week was the hardest because I didn’t realize how bad my overall diet had become. I just kept thinking what Master Garcia said- “Anyone can do anything for a week.” Then it got better as I got into the routine. What I love about the diet is that it allowed cheat days where I can eat any food I wanted. I found myself waiting for those cheat days, and looking for good quality food. And yes, I did find myself cheating every now and then. But when I did, I was more aware of my portion sizes and it didn’t add as much weight as it would have in the past. I felt like my metabolism was changing. The diet plan was manageable and my food choices were flexible. By the end of the program, I dropped 9 lbs. (which at my size is a lot), lost 10 inches overall, and dropped 2 sizes. I’m cooking healthier for my family. I’m exercising pretty much every day, either at the gym or at home. I even have my kids, who are very active in sports, doing my exercise program with me at home for overall conditioning.

What I like about this program is that it taught me how to eat and exercise to maintain what I’ve achieved and it wasn’t just a quick way to lose weight. As I stated earlier, I thought I was fit when I first started this, but this is the most fit I’ve felt in a long time. Thank you...

About 6 months ago I was looking to join something other than your traditional gym that would help me lose weight and get into shape…….I walked into Garcia Muay Thai and felt a bit intimidated because I had never done any kind of MMA………After speaking with Master Garcia I signed up for a session and was Hooked!! I started with private sessions twice a week for about two months and soon after signed-up for the nutritional program he offers (Master Garcia gives great support throughout the nutritional program – always available for any questions or help and always checks-in to make sure you are doing ok). Both the workout and nutritional program have completely transformed my body and energy level. To date I have lost a total of 25lbs and feel stronger, physically and mentally! Master Garcia is patient, kind and the most humble person I have ever met. I am forever grateful to him…… His passion for his work shows through everyone that is in that gym…. there are no egos, just fun and lots of great energy - everyone is friendly and extremely helpful to one another. Such satisfying workouts that are different every time you go……. I never imagined that I would be able to do the level of workout I do today……. I always look forward to going to...

I found this gym on the internet after searching for a way to get in shape while learning a martial art. Not only did I get in shape and learn Muay Thai but I also met great people and enjoyed every moment there. My time here was some of the most fun I have ever had and one of the best experiences as well. I also began taking classes in Sambo which is another fantastic style and one that I could not have been happier to learn. The instructors here are top notch, the facility is pristine and has everything you could possibly need to learn and the people are awesome. If you are looking to get into martial arts and think you may be interested in ANYTHING that is taught here than this is the place to go. There is no gym that will provide you with better instruction and training in TRUE muay thai. Training at Garcia's gym catapulted my passion for martial arts to new heights in a way that I had not predicted. You MUST check...