ITF Taekwon-do
“If you truly want your child to learn the real meaning of life of a martial artist (not just kicking and punching) but Courtney, Integrity, Perseverance, Self control and most importantly, Indomitable Spirit.”
Best Kickboxing Classes near Ocala, FL
3 of these gyms are based in Ocala; the others serve Ocala from towns including Gainesville (37 mi), Orlando (69 mi) and Fruitland Park (29 mi).
14 open weekends · all 24 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
Ong's Taekwondo
“They provide an excellent atmosphere of fun combined with learning teamwork and skills that will last throughout their lifetime.”
Bruno's Alpha Team Self Defense
“In the two years i have been training, i have become more confident in myself, and that has helped me in my professional life as well as my personal life.”
Okito America (Archer Rd)
“The life lessons my children are learning are vital to their future success and the instructors are excellent examples of what the five tenants can lead to.”
BJJ Swamp Academy
“The teachers know the game very well, they are willing to answer questions, and help you work through any obstacles you may be facing in your own game.”
Star Martial Arts
“This place has led me through life and all of its greatness its helped me realize just how much more there is to life the instructors are energetic and fun and i always leave happier than before this is like my home not home away from home but just h...”
The 24 gyms listed for Ocala, FL teach kickboxing, muay thai or both. What each gym says about timetables, junior classes and sparring comes from its own website, alongside public review scores.
Area overview: Ocala, FL
The 24 gyms on this page are rated from 4.5 to 5.0 across 1,804 reviews; 11 have 50 or more reviews. When students and parents rate these gyms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (95%), quality (80%) and communication (78%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "skills", "atmosphere" and "knowledge". 13 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. 13 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 42 years. 2 are family- or locally-owned and 2 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 24 of the gyms on this page; 21 publish a contact page; 20 list a public email and 4 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.
Can I reserve a kickboxing class online with gyms listed for Ocala?
4 of the 24 gyms here take bookings through their own site, which is the simplest way to land in a beginner session rather than the fight class. A gym without online booking works on a phone call or a walk-in, so say on the phone that it is your first time.
Grappling Mastery: BJJ & Muay Thai Academy
“While doing research on schools in the area I had just moved to I was told that this school had a certain reputation (Cobra Kai type) so I decided to see for myself.”
War & Peace MMA & Jiu Jitsu
“The atmosphere here balances serious training with a touch of humor, creating a positively charged environment that's welcoming and encouraging—highly recommended for anyone seeking personal growth in a fun, community setting.”
Mat Life Training Center
“However it is not sufficient enough to write a bad review but then lie about what the gym is or Isn't… For those few people that decided to lie about this business and post publicly… I'm very sorry that a person has the ability to ruin a small busine...”
West End Martial Arts
“Best gym I've ever been a part of, great instructor, affordable, and the instructor pays attention to all of the students regardless of skill level which allows the whole gym to excel.”
Gainesville Dojo
“The weekend classes were one of the reasons I was drawn to Gainesville Dojo as opposed to other studios with less availability for my specific schedule, but the teaching style - & the much more doable price (compared to other places in town) - is why...”
Martial Arts of Leesburg LLC
“We was traveling down in FL and my son needs a school for his training and Master Cy not only welcome my son but us too, he was so polite and his students too.”
American Martial Arts
“They teach practical, confidence-building self defense strategies and tactics- real skills for the real world, but they also do an excellent job preparing students for the formality of tournament competition.”
Pro Taekwondo
“My 8 year old son was shy, struggling with dyslexia, would not raise his voice louder than a whisper on his first day at taekwondo, and a year later he is a different child, transformed completely!”
Fusion X-Cel Performance
“15 rounds of Sparing- had the Opportunity to spar 9 different Warriors and 1 possibly 2 Professional mma fighters today out of @fusionxcelperformance — It was a Great and Intense Saturday 💪🏾🙌🏾The Professionalism of the Staff and the Men and Women tha...”
Legend Martial Arts Sports Center
“Legend Martial Arts is a perfect place for our family, the instructors not only have professionalism and love for what they do, they have incredible patience with the children, they treat the students and their families with respect.”
Hammerforge: School of Combat Arts
“So I began my journey at Hammerforge, which at the time the school was located in California and was referred to as the red room, so named after the interior color of the facility.”
Hall Of Martial Arts
“Not only is the dojo a great place to learn martial arts that can be used in practical self-defense, it also leads to connections and friendships that span the globe.”
Keystone Martial Arts Academy
“I will definitely be enrolling my younger kids once their old enough and I highly recommend this gym for anyone looking to enroll their kids in jiujitsu!”
The Jungle MMA and Fitness
“I enjoy the culture; friendliness and everybody willing to help each other learn at their own space and pushing each other for one extra punch, one extra kick!”
Master Roberts World Class Taekwondo
“Besides all of the instructors being wonderfully attentive, supportive, and kind, which in itself is a reason to join, the facilities and curriculum are top-notch.”
Orlando Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu LLC
“Coach Anthony challenge me to be the best fighter I can be, really helped me with my technique, the function movements of each strike and really helped me with my mindset as well.”
Martial Arts World Orlando
“I was a student for quite a while it was an honor being able to train with one of the greats of the martial art world kunjanim YK kim is a very enlightened teacher not far behind is master kirk pelt who is right there with him every step of the way g...”
Florida Muay Thai
“All of the trainers Paul, Robert, Denise and the other Muay Thai trainees were very knowledgeable, patient and welcoming…Best Muay Thai gym ever by far!!”
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