Rio Jitsu
“This is my 4th gym I've trained at & it's *by far* the best family-like atmosphere.”
Best Martial Arts Classes near Apple Valley, MN
2 of these gyms are based in Apple Valley; the others serve Apple Valley from towns including Prior Lake (10 mi), Edina (13 mi) and Eden Prairie (15 mi).
14 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
Lakeside Martial Arts
“This is a awesome program they teach discipline for the children karate and martial arts.”
The Academy Eden Prairie
“I have seen vast improvements in my cardio fitness and increased power in my kicks.”
Resilience Martial Arts
“You can jump in at any time and the coaches work with each individual kid and expect the older, more experienced kids to lead and help out, which they do with excellence.”
Burnsville Martial Arts Academy
“I grew up wrestling and trying a number of different martial arts and this is the nicest facility by far.”
World Jiu Jitsu Academy
“World Jui-jitsu academy is an awesome facility to train and learn new skills.”
The 15 gyms listed for Apple Valley, MN 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: Apple Valley, MN
The 15 gyms on this page are rated from 4.6 to 5.0 across 1,017 reviews; 10 have 50 or more reviews. When students and parents rate these gyms on specific qualities, they most often praise quality (90%), professionalism (85%) and communication (69%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "knowledge", "atmosphere" and "skills". 14 are open on Saturdays and 4 on Sundays. 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 6 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 27 years. 1 offers a free trial or consultation; 1 is family- or locally-owned and 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 15 of the gyms on this page; 14 publish a contact page; 11 list a public email and 5 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.
Why are some gyms here outside Apple Valley?
2 of the 15 gyms sit inside Apple Valley. The rest come from other towns inside 15 mi, each shown under the city it belongs to. Distance is measured straight-line, so check the route before you plan a class you would drive to twice a week.
Minnesota Kali Group
“It has a friendly welcoming atmosphere that is geared toward fitness and learning for beginners all the way up to people who want to spar.”
American School-Martial Arts
“There's something about being surrounded by a bunch of people who are all working hard, learning and present for the same reasons.”
The Gym: Home of Boltz's Family Martial Arts Academy
“Kids and adults both learn from the techniques taught and students are reminded always about striving to live by the tenants of Taekwondo: Courtesy, Integrity, Perseverance, Self-Control and Indomitable Spirit!”
Singewald's ATA Family Martial Arts
“The instructors are all supportive and takes the time with each student every class.”
Alliance Jiu-Jitsu
“This gym is top notch, the instructors know what they are talking about, have the accolades to prove it, and are super friendly.”
USA Karate Rosemount
“In addition, their Black Belt Leadership program has taught us so much about becoming positive, persevering and successful leaders in life!”
Fusion Martial Arts
“They make it a ton of fun for the kids while teaching them key skills, courtesy and respect.”
La Bodega Fitness and Fight Club
“They have been doing it for years and make you feel comfortable while pushing you to get a sweat.”
Chang's Yong-In Martial Arts (Taekwondo School)
“We also love that they are a traditional martial arts school so it is much more than just learning techniques.”
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about gyms near Apple Valley
- “My son loves it here! Learning new skills, self confidence, competitiveness and overall generating respect and discipline.” — from a review of World Jiu Jitsu Academy
- “We have learned discipline, confidence, dedication, communication, believing in one’s self and so much more!” — from a review of Singewald's ATA Family Martial Arts
- “The change in demeanor as far as gratitude, self confidence, discipline, and overall growth has been truly remarkable.” — from a review of Chang's Yong-In Martial Arts (Taekwondo School)
- “The outstanding instructors instill leadership, discipline, attention to detail and accountability within each lesson.” — from a review of USA Karate Rosemount
Excerpts from public reviews of the gyms listed on this page.
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