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One Martial Arts
“The youth karate lessons really build up the students, teaching not only self defense but also the values of respect, hard work, and the importance of celebrating the journey.”
Best Kickboxing Classes near South San Francisco, CA
2 of these gyms are based in South San Francisco; the others serve South San Francisco from towns including San Francisco (7 mi), San Jose (40 mi) and San Mateo (9 mi).
23 open weekends · all 24 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
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Ralph Gracie Jiu Jitsu
“The instructors are highly skilled, attentive, and passionate about teaching, ensuring that each student receives personalized guidance and encouragement.”
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Impact! Kickboxing Fitness
- Trainers
- Self Defense
- Bags
“The instructors I had were so helpful and welcoming (Erik, Erika, Jinnia, Grace, and Kenny) and fellow students and front desk staff were kind and motivated.”
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10th Planet Jiu Jitsu San Mateo
- Kickboxing
- Sparring
- Grappling
“Before I joined I was really worried about finding a place that had a good balance between being "good with kids" while not sacrificing the quality and rigor of teaching an effective martial art.”
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Fightcraft
“I went in as someone with no fighting experience and was intimidated of a MMA gym but the coaches do a very good job of making it easy to hop on the mat and start learning.”
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Evolve Training Center
“Once the lockdown is over, this place is second to none as a gym for the family and for the individual who wants serious martial arts training with top notch instructors and staff.”
The 24 gyms listed for South San Francisco, CA 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: South San Francisco, CA
The 24 gyms on this page are rated from 4.6 to 5.0 across 1,135 reviews; 6 have 50 or more reviews. When students and parents rate these gyms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (88%), quality (88%) and communication (77%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "skills", "atmosphere" and "community". 22 are open on Saturdays and 6 on Sundays. 3 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 15 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 42 years. 7 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 23 of the gyms on this page; 17 publish a contact page; 17 list a public email and 11 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 South San Francisco?
11 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.
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Hapkido-Gracie Jiujitsu-Muay Thai-Eskrima
“Weather you are looking for a place to learn Hapkido yourself, for your child, or as a family I definitely recommend this place.”
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AB Mixed Martial Arts Academy
- Learn
“I would DEFINITELY recommend coming here if you were looking to learn some world class MMA!”
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Wushu Central Martial Arts Academy
“Great discipline and educational method of teaching marshal art, my son enjoy from his class and all coaches are highly trained and on top of what they teach especially to kids.”
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Dojo USA World Training Center
- Discipline
- Learning
- Belt
“I've seen Pete and his team help children and families through some VERY difficult circumstances, both personal and in the school, with grace and compassion.”
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El Niño Training Center
- Happy
- Knowledge
- Jiu Jitsu
“Best MMA gym in the bay area, I'm a UFC fighter that goes there to train with other top level fighters currently competing in the UFC, WSOF, WCF, and Bellator.”
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Legendz Boxing Club
- Discipline
- Respect
- Youth
“Overall this gym is amazing and extremely helpful to those that want to lose weight, learn boxing, and become great boxers, or even for people that just want a good workout.”
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California Martial Athletics
“Moreover, he is very good at observing errors and clearly articulating corrections, which is extremely helpful to anyone, I'm sure, but especially if you are new to martial arts.”
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Chaiyo Muay Thai
“It's the standup game in MMA, it's Thailand's national sport as a boxing/kickboxing type event, and it's a deadly martial art for self defense and close combat through Muay Boran.”
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Heroes Martial Arts
- Train
- Town
- Learn
“The reason why I joined this academy is because they're very welcoming, the coaches are all very helpful, the mats are very clean, and especially because there is no ego here!!”
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Barrios Martial Arts
“The mr A , B and C teachers are all wonderful, respectful, strict and yet funny and sweet, they use positive discipline and motivate and encourage kids to go beyond.”
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Rise Combat Sports
“Best gym hands down I've ever been to, and this coming from a personal trainer, all the equipment and a ring with expert instruction, in a friendly environment.”
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Exceed Martial Arts Center
- Sport
- Tradition
“Jackson for most of my life, he helped teach me about Martial Arts as well as instilled within me many great qualities like good work ethic and discipline.”
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Woodenman Muay Thai
- Fee
- Champions
- Price
“I saw him fight (Muay Thai — and also boxing) against some US champions (over ten years ago) and they could barley touch him; it was almost laughable.”
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Champions Martial Arts
“My oldest has mild ASD and really responded to Master Keum, who is adept at being gentle but firm with him when needed, and my son is thriving and participating enthusiastically.”
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Team Santos Jiu Jitsu
- Community
- MMA
- Competitions
“Walked in a small gym when I was 19 years old, tried my first day at jiu jitsu with team Santos almost 5 years later I'm still lucky to be training with them.”
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Hwa Rang Kwan
- Workout
- Learn
- Skill
“Martial art schools can be intimidating but all the Instructor and students here are very friendly and help you blend in right away irrespective of your skill level.”
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Twin Dragon Kung Fu Academy
“My kids were going physically before the pandemic, now they are taking zoom lessons.”
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Golden State Athletic Club
- Kickboxing
- Skills
- Atmosphere
“I trained with David Schimmel for a decade, earning our 1st and 2nd degree blackbelts together, and I am excited for anyone that comes through his door; they're in good hands.”
Kickboxing Training Services in South San Francisco, CA Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$77
Maximum cost
$440
National Average
$198
Avg Per Hour Rates
$33
$154
$303
Typical price range is based on 526 cost profiles
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about gyms near South San Francisco
- “I have gained confidence in myself and also have been inspired by others to continue my kickboxing journey.” — from a review of Fightcraft
- “The atmosphere is relaxed and friendly, and the kickboxing coaching is excellent, spanning two levels.” — from a review of Golden State Athletic Club
- “I love coming here for the kickboxing classes every Tuesday and Thursday!” — from a review of One Martial Arts
Excerpts from public reviews of the gyms listed on this page.
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