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Boulder Ki Aikido Martial Arts
“One of the few places where I feel a complete sense of peace and focus.”
Best Martial Arts Classes in Boulder, CO
15 gyms listed · 8 in Boulder · 13 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
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Boulder Karate
“It is the first activity that he wholeheartedly committed to and continues to be engaged with years later.”
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One Dojo
“He breaks down harder steps into smaller pieces so that everyone can feel a sense a success.”
Boulder Quest Center
“Not to mention the skills the kids have gained both physically and mentally,, We love Boulder quest!”
Wolchek Academy of Martial Arts
“My daughter loved every second and the entire staff is extremely caring.”
Panthers Gate: Metaphysics
“Continues to be a community providing place that is very welcoming to all people, and provides many great resources!”
The 15 gyms listed for Boulder, CO 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: Boulder, CO
8 of the 15 gyms we list are based in Boulder; the other 7 serve Boulder from Broomfield (12 mi) and Longmont (13 mi). The gyms on this page are rated from 4.9 to 5.0 across 837 reviews; 7 have 50 or more reviews. When students and parents rate these gyms on specific qualities, they most often praise quality (95%), communication (81%) and value (81%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "skills", "community" and "confidence". 13 are open on Saturdays and 3 on Sundays. 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. 12 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 43 years. 2 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 15 of the gyms on this page; 12 publish a contact page; 10 list a public email and 7 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 Boulder?
8 of the 15 gyms sit inside Boulder. 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.
Way of the Crane Martial Arts and Streetwize Self Defense
“My retreat participants love the class and have a great time learning useful techniques from Melanie and Maggie.”
Shaolin Hung Mei Kung Fu
“The best martial arts that you can find in the state of colorado”
Tran's Martial Arts & Fitness Center
“Great all encompassing program both in the studio and at home that covers many facets of life.”
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Jubera Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
“Everybody was super knowledgeable and encouraging and engaged with me and they learned my name.”
Rocky Mountain Sports Club
“Everyone is very friendly and inviting making you feel right at home from the moment you walk in throughout your class/ training to when you leave.”
Colorado Krav Maga Broomfield
“Easy directions to follow, Lots of fun, and an amazing learning environment!!!”
Venture Martial Arts
“So if you have a child who is super shy I would recommend joining it will help them get the confidence they need and learn something amazing”
Gracie Barra Flatirons
“The instructors are all so engaging and encouraging to the students, and the quality of instruction under Professor Jefferson Moura is world class!”
Great Way Chinese Martial Arts Center
“But, I can say, if you are at your lowest point physically and mentally, this is the place to go(Even if your not and you just want to improved your quality of life”
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What students and parents say about gyms in Boulder
- “Boulder Karate didn’t only build up my son's self-confidence, it also taught him about dedication and determination, self-control and positive attitude.” — from a review of Boulder Karate
- “A welcoming environment for beginners. The positive and calming energy of the dojo is contagious.” — from a review of One Dojo
- “The atmosphere is a large extended family, everyone helping everyone else, numerous disciplines to train to, in an environment that is conducive to learning.” — from a review of Wolchek Academy of Martial Arts
- “Discipline, paired with patience, empathy, and much individual teacher/student interaction: students are learning important lessons for life while having so much fun!” — from a review of Boulder Karate
- “Rate plans are incredibly flexible, and they offer many different disciplines at the school to choose from.” — from a review of Wolchek Academy of Martial Arts
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