Ascension Athletics MMA & BJJ
“” These guys and girls are dedicated to their craft for sure.”
Best Martial Arts Classes in Bristol, CT
15 gyms listed · 5 in Bristol · 13 open weekends · 14 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
Risu Martial Arts Academy
“The philosophy of the school is based on personal development with martial arts being a tool to help you develop the critical skills needed to reach you goals.”
Scorpion's den LLC
“I would recommend the scorpion's den to anyone looking to improve their confidence, self esteem, and overall fitness!”
Valentin Karate Bristol
Gelinas Academy of Martial Arts
“If you are interested in martial arts training for yourself or your children I highly recommend this school.”
Plus One Defense Systems
“Everyone were very kind i was there for a month couple days and learned alot awesome environment.”
The 15 gyms listed for Bristol, CT 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: Bristol, CT
5 of the 15 gyms we list are based in Bristol; the other 10 serve Bristol from towns including West Hartford (11 mi), Southington (4 mi) and New Britain (8 mi). The gyms on this page are rated from 4.0 to 5.0 across 655 reviews; 4 have 50 or more reviews and 14 are rated 4.5 or higher. When students and parents rate these gyms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (95%), communication (90%) and quality (90%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "atmosphere", "facilities" and "community". 13 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. 3 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 9 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 35 years. 1 is family- or locally-owned and 3 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 14 of the gyms on this page; 12 publish a contact page; 12 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.
Which gyms listed for Bristol show a timetable online?
14 of the 15 gyms have a website on file. The useful ones name the instructor against each slot and mark which classes take beginners. A site built around the founder's rank and a contact form tells you nothing about the Tuesday night you would actually be standing in.
East Coast Training Systems
“Our instructors are patient and understand that not all students have the same abilities but we will definitely find what works better for them in order to excel.”
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Underdog Mixed Martial Arts
“I this place is filled with people of honor and integrity anywhere in CT.”
Yang's U S Taekwondo
“I would recommend enrolling in this program if you are looking for discipline and structure while learning martial arts.”
Solid Base Bjj
“I'd give this BJJ studio 6 stars out of 5 if I could.”
Connecticut Kenpo Karate
“My son has learned so much and grown so much from Connecticut Kenpo Karate Studio”
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Prospect Martial Arts
“Levesque goes above and beyond to teach the children the skills needed and connects with them individually.”
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Connecticut
“Thank you Relson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy for helping my son grow and develop in this area!”
Practical Self Defense Training Center
“Ron is a true master of martial arts.”
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Yin Yang Tai Chi Academy
“Master Guang has amazing skill in this ancient Chinese practice, bringing long experience and respect and skill to teaching the newcomer or the veteran how to best apply the graceful beauties to improving one's health, spirit and life.”
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