Martial Arts For The Whole Family · Pearl River, NY

A stronger body.
A sharper mind.
A closer family.

Classes for kids and parents alike — taught with discipline and warmth, right here in Rockland County. Your first class is free.

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Loved by 200+ local families
A young student with her instructor at Thomas Clifford's Martial Arts
First Class Free
Ages 4 & up · no experience needed
20+Years Teaching
500+Students Trained
5Programs For All Ages
4.9★Google Rating
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Ages 4–12

Kids Martial Arts

Focus, respect and confidence — skills that show up in the classroom and at home, not just on the mat.

Ages 13+

Adult Martial Arts

Build real skill and serious conditioning in a class that meets you exactly where you are today.

Ages 5–12

Children's Gracie Jiu-Jitsu

Authentic Gracie grappling that teaches kids leverage, calm and the confidence to handle themselves.

All Levels

Adult Gracie Jiu-Jitsu

Leverage over strength, technique over force. The gentle art — for total beginners to seasoned grapplers.

All Levels

Fitness Kickboxing

Burn, sweat and de-stress with high-energy striking workouts — no experience required to jump in.

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About Thomas Clifford's

More than a gym.
A community.

For over twenty years we've taught Rockland County families that discipline and warmth belong together. We challenge students physically and build the mental discipline to face stress with composure.

Every white belt is welcome — and every black belt was once one.

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Certified Instruction

Experienced black belts who teach with patience and precision.

02
Beginner Friendly

No experience needed. We meet you exactly where you are.

03
Flexible Schedule

Morning and evening classes that fit a busy family's week.

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Real Results

Confidence, fitness and focus that carry far beyond the mat.

From Our Families

Results You Can See

"My son was shy and unfocused. Six months in, his teacher noticed the change before I even mentioned it. This place is special."

Maria D. · Parent

"I came for fitness and stayed for the community. Best decision I've made for myself in years — strong body, clear head."

James R. · Adult Student

"The jiu-jitsu instruction is the real deal. Patient with beginners, challenging for everyone. I look forward to every class."

Devon K. · BJJ Student
Weekly Schedule

Class Times

A sample weekly rhythm — call to confirm the current schedule for your program.

Program
Mon / Wed
Tue / Thu
Saturday
Kids Martial Arts
4:30 PM
4:30 PM
9:30 AM
Children's Jiu-Jitsu
5:30 PM
10:30 AM
Adult Martial Arts
7:00 PM
7:00 PM
Adult Jiu-Jitsu
8:00 PM
11:00 AM
Fitness Kickboxing
6:00 PM
6:00 PM
8:30 AM
Limited New-Student Offer

Your first class
is free.

No contracts to start, no pressure. Walk in, meet the instructors, and feel the difference for yourself.

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Book your free class and we'll call within one business day to find a time that works for your family.