Inferno Martial Arts
“The coaches are really passionate in what they are teaching and have a lot of fun with all the kids.”
Best Martial Arts Classes near Bentonville, AR
2 of these gyms are based in Bentonville; the others serve Bentonville from Fayetteville (20 mi), Rogers (5 mi) and Lowell (7 mi).
8 open weekends · 9 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
T.o.s.s. Academy / Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
“They have been incredibly encouraging, helping my daughter become confident in a self-protection sport.”
Dragon's Nest Martial Arts
“McGee, he is an excellent teacher, we love it!”
Refuge Martial Arts Academy
“If you are thinking about self defense or Marshall arts, than I recommend go and have fun when you get there.”
Kore Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu NWA
“The idea of jumping into Brazilian jiu-jitsu was initially daunting, but everyone here has been extremely welcoming and generous.”
Fayetteville Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
“The best gym for all ages, the best trainers, excellent service and a very good atmosphere.”
The 10 gyms listed for Bentonville, AR 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: Bentonville, AR
The 10 gyms on this page are rated from 4.4 to 5.0 across 668 reviews; 4 have 50 or more reviews and 9 are rated 4.5 or higher. When students and parents rate these gyms on specific qualities, they most often praise quality (87%), professionalism (78%) and communication (61%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "skills" and "atmosphere". 8 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. 2 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 75 years. We have a website on file for 8 of the gyms on this page; 7 publish a contact page; 7 list a public email and 3 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 Bentonville?
2 of the 10 gyms sit inside Bentonville. The rest come from other towns inside 20 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.
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Meta Martial Arts
“Whether you are looking to get into martial arts or trying to continue your training from somewhere else, I have no doubt that this gym can meet your needs and then some.”
Fayetteville Martial Arts
“Staff is very friendly and the arts are absolutely the best discipline and exercise!”
Diamond State Martial Arts
“We have awesome connections to local gyms and I have absolutely no complaints.”
Integrated Combat Systems NWA
“For the ground portion, they are a Carlos Machado Affiliate and their BJJ instructor Thomas Phillips is already a highly regarded ground coach and adding his direct training with Carlos Machado will only make him that much better.”
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What students and parents say about gyms near Bentonville
- “I didn't want a school that just went through the motions, I wanted him to learn how to overcome hardship, and gain a real sense of confidence through learning the techniques but also sparring, and I can say Inferno does this fantastically.” — from a review of Inferno Martial Arts
- “I am seeing an increase in confidence in both kids, and I feel that my son is gaining discipline and regulation.” — from a review of Integrated Combat Systems NWA
- “They have a great vibe going there with no big egos, lots of sparring, and a detailed approach to both basic and advanced moves.” — from a review of Fayetteville Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
- “I appreciate their organization and discipline, and their communication to their students and parents is superior.” — from a review of Fayetteville Martial Arts
Excerpts from public reviews of the gyms listed on this page.
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