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Best Martial Arts Classes in Arlington, VA
15 gyms listed · 9 in Arlington · 12 open weekends · 13 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 21, 2026
Kogaion Academy Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Judo
“A great schedule with great instructors combined with the ability to do no gi, gi and judo make it a great choice.”
District Martial Arts
“A great place for beginners looking to get their feet wet and solid camaraderie between instructors and students.”
Master Kicks Martial Arts
“Very good school , my son, he loved the class , The teaches professional & Patient”
Endeavor Martial Arts Center
“Amazing teachers sharing their love of martial arts in an environment of safety and respect.”
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Jhoon Rhee Tae Kwon Do
“The instructors are knowledgeable and do a terrific job with the kids.”
The 15 gyms listed for Arlington, VA 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: Arlington, VA
9 of the 15 gyms we list are based in Arlington; the other 6 serve Arlington from towns including Falls Church (4 mi), Bethesda, MD (8 mi) and Alexandria (4 mi). 14 of the gyms on this page have a rating, from 4.3 to 5.0 across 1,414 reviews; 9 have 50 or more reviews and 13 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "skills", "atmosphere" and "community". 12 are open on Saturdays and 3 on Sundays. Domain records put 7 websites of the gyms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2000. 3 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 15 of the gyms on this page; 11 publish a contact page; 11 list a public email and 8 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 Arlington?
12 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.
American Sport Karate
“My 5 year old son counts down the days for his next karate lesson!”
Aikido of Arlington
“It can be daunting to start a martial art when you are an adult without any previous experience but I lucked out in finding this crew.”
Arlington Judo Club
“A great spot to practice Judo.”
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The School of Tai Chi Chuan of Northern Virginia
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Nova Fencing and Archery Club
“Great place, good coach (paul), covid safety protocol.”
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N-Flux
“I highly recommend this gym to anyone looking to increase mobility, strength, and endurance, as well as to anyone looking to train to defend themselves or compete in krav maga or ju jitsu.”
Taekwondo Masters
“The masters and instructors are great at growing students' confidence while helping them with physical and mental discipline as well.”
Groundworks Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
“I've been doing martial arts for my whole life, and Groundworks BJJ sits there as possibly the best dojo I've been a part of.”
Krav Maga CDK Self Defense Training Center
“On top of that, DJ and his crew of instructors are excellent and make everyone feel like a part of the Krav Maga family.”
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