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Rogue Combat Club
“I love the gym they have an awesome strength and conditioning area and great teachers who know what there doing , in my opinion there the Greatest MMA gym you can get in western North carolina .”
Best Martial Arts Classes in Asheville, NC
15 gyms listed · 10 in Asheville · 11 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
Speakeasy Jiu-Jitsu & Wrestling Academy
“If you want to advance your game, or take up grappling for the first time, you won't be disappointed here.”
Blue Ridge Taekwondo of East Asheville
“If you've ever thought about getting started in martial arts, but weren't sure where or how to start, this is the place to be!”
Open Source Jiu-Jitsu
“You won't find people who want to rip your arms off, but if you're looking for people to learn from and with it's ideal.”
Jung Kwon Martial Arts Academy
“I had searched around Buncombe for a martial arts academy to attend for my son and I and jung kwon had the best price and have a great location, and also the most easy to reach (and talk to) instructors.”
Warriors of Ash Sword School
“You will learn a lot and have a fun time while doing so”
The 15 gyms listed for Asheville, NC 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: Asheville, NC
10 of the 15 gyms we list are based in Asheville; the other 5 serve Asheville from Candler (7 mi), Woodfin (5 mi) and Arden (8 mi). The gyms on this page are rated from 4.5 to 5.0 across 669 reviews; 4 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "skills" and "community". 9 are open on Saturdays and 3 on Sundays. Domain records put 9 websites of the gyms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2001. 1 is family- or locally-owned. We have a website on file for all 15 of the gyms on this page; 13 publish a contact page; 14 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.
Are weekend martial arts classes listed for Asheville?
11 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.
Underdog Martial Arts
“As soon as she started working with Colleen, there was a noticeable change in her confidence, balance, and cognitive abilities.”
Shaolin Kung-Fu of Asheville
“I feel blessed to be instructed in this system by a Sifu with such a strong history.”
Double Edge Self Defense
“He really is focused on each student and shows how many ways to save our lives.”
Tao Institute
American Top Team Asheville
“They have an outstanding facility and a great group of people to train with.”
Dragon Phoenix
“There is a kindness and softness to it, even considering there are weapons hanging up everywhere and that what some of the classes and teachers are offering is incredibly badass.”
Asheville Tiger Bang's Martial Arts Academy
“A great teacher for all ages and an asset to our community”
Asheville Academy of Taekwondo
“I joined this past year and everyone at Asheville Academy of Tae Kwan Do has welcomed me in.”
Asheville Kung Fu
“Not only that, but since I started training 6 months ago my entire life has improved including my relationships, my work, and my mental health.”
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about gyms in Asheville
- “My son loves Blue Ridge Taekwondo! It has helped him so much by giving him confidence, helping with hand-eye coordination and balance (which is one of the reasons we started), and teaching him discipline and perseverance.” — from a review of Blue Ridge Taekwondo of East Asheville
- “Very friendly vibe. Purple belt instructor who is technical and patient when teaching.” — from a review of Open Source Jiu-Jitsu
- “The self control, discipline, and integrity he has learned in class, he is displaying at school and at home as well.” — from a review of Jung Kwon Martial Arts Academy
- “Super community oriented. We train hard and you can work your way up to serious sparring but there's a strong culture of respect, taking care of your partner and always meeting them where they are.” — from a review of Rogue Combat Club
- “Sheridan's self confidence, self discipline and enjoyment of Taekwondo has increased exponentially since starting here.” — from a review of Blue Ridge Taekwondo of East Asheville
Excerpts from public reviews of the gyms listed on this page.
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