The 1-2 Punch Family Martial Arts and Fitness Center
“Leaders truly care about the kids and consistently encourage them to be their best inside and outside the dojo.”
Best Martial Arts Classes in Aliso Viejo, CA
15 gyms listed · 4 in Aliso Viejo · 13 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
Novastar Martial Arts of Mission Viejo
“Our son continues to thrive under the guidance of Sensei Doug who provides a perfect balance of skill, fun and discipline.”
Mountain Taekwondo
“Master Mountain is not just an incredible taekwondo instructor, but also an inspiring life coach to young minds.”
West Coast Jiu-Jitsu Mission Viejo
“They treat my three year old with love and respect and treat all the members like family.”
National Taekwondo Academy
“If you are in Aliso Viejo and looking for a taekwondo school where kids can start small and finish, this is definitely the one”
Karate For Kids Mission Viejo
“The instructors are amazing — super patient, encouraging, and they make every class fun while still teaching real skills.”
The 15 gyms listed for Aliso Viejo, CA teach martial arts and combat sports. Styles taught, kids' programs and class times come from each gym's own pages, with star ratings from public reviews.
Area overview: Aliso Viejo, CA
4 of the 15 gyms we list are based in Aliso Viejo; the other 11 serve Aliso Viejo from Mission Viejo (5 mi) and Lake Forest (7 mi). The gyms on this page are rated from 4.8 to 5.0 across 661 reviews; 6 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "confidence", "atmosphere" and "skills". 13 are open on Saturdays and 4 on Sundays. 9 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 30 years. 1 is family- or locally-owned and 3 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 15 of the gyms on this page; 10 publish a contact page; 8 list a public email and 2 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.
Are weekend martial arts classes listed for Aliso Viejo?
13 of the 15 gyms put weekend times on the listing. Saturday morning is usually junior classes and an open mat for anyone who wants extra rounds; Sunday is rarer. If your shifts move, ask whether a weekday class you miss can be made up on the weekend.
Lockhart's Karate Academy
“They all started when they were 3 years old and have gained so many important life skills, made great friends and had a lot of fun.”
10th Planet Mission Viejo
“Highly recommend this place to anyone looking to train jiu-jitsu, whether you're a beginner or experienced!”
Art of Jiu Jitsu
“It was my very first experience with jiu-jitsu, and Coach Luca explained everything very clearly, which made it easy to follow as a beginner.”
Galaxy Martial Arts
“The instructors work hard to ensure that their students of all ages are learning and improving with every practice they attend.”
OC Training Studio
“The new location offers ample parking, A clean large dojo space with mats and bags, weapon training and more.”
South Coast Self Defense
“Master Kirt is a martial arts expert with street perspective and a polymathic understanding of fighting.”
Villari's Martial Arts
“Martial arts is not just about learning techniques, monkey see monkey do, it is about discovering how the skills integrate with your mind and body.”
West Coast Tang Soo Do Academy
Wing Chun Kung Fu
“Sifu Adam Williss is inspirational by his passion for Wing Chun and the way he is able to reach a person's heart and gives them strength to believe in themselves.”
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about gyms in Aliso Viejo
- “Highly recommend to any parent looking for an experienced teacher who is able to balance structure, discipline and fun in his instruction.” — from a review of Lockhart's Karate Academy
- “They are very hospitable and approachable too. My son is a few belts away from black belt and he is motivated to achieve that goal at a young age.” — from a review of National Taekwondo Academy
- “The instructors are very dedicated, my son has become more disciplined at home since coming here.” — from a review of Galaxy Martial Arts
- “Master Lockhart's Academy provides a welcoming environment for kids to have fun while practicing discipline and respect.” — from a review of Lockhart's Karate Academy
- “They helped our kids become disciplined and confident while building their physical strength.” — from a review of National Taekwondo Academy
Excerpts from public reviews of the gyms listed on this page.
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