Ginsberg Academy BJJ
“If you want to bring your jiu jitsu to the next level this is the place.”
Best Martial Arts Classes in Cambridge, MA
15 gyms listed · 10 in Cambridge · 1 open 24/7 · 14 open weekends · 14 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 21, 2026
CW Taekwondo at Boston
“It a fantastic dojo with a really strong youth curriculum that teaches kids about making good choices, perseverance, integrity, confidence, sportspersonship, and, importantly, practicing strong taekwondo!”
American Martial Arts Center
“The coaching is fantastic, we all get along, socialize, and have well equipped gym for everyone.”
Huan's Tai Chi and Kung Fu
“He is very passionate about tai chi, martial arts, and the art of teaching.”
Aikido New England Aikikai
Jae H. Kim Taekwon-Do Institute
“Cambridge's Master Kim is very knowledgeable and the most thorough instructor in Tae Kwondo!”
The 15 gyms listed for Cambridge, MA 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: Cambridge, MA
10 of the 15 gyms we list are based in Cambridge; the other 5 serve Cambridge from towns including Boston (4 mi), Somerville (1 mi) and Everett (4 mi). The gyms on this page are rated from 4.4 to 5.0 across 757 reviews; 6 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 (90%), quality (85%) and value (70%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "confidence", "atmosphere" and "skills". 1 is open around the clock; 12 are open on Saturdays and 8 on Sundays. 5 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 12 websites of the gyms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1996. 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 14 of the gyms on this page; 11 publish a contact page; 8 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 Cambridge 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.
Redline Fight Sports
“The coaches there really know there stuff and are willing to teach.”
Cambridge Tang Soo Do
“Great instructors, comradery and welcoming environment for everyone, including kids, parents and and students with special needs.”
Aikido Tekkojuku of Boston
“I always reccomend watching a few classes, if you are thinking about it, they can help put your reservations at ease.”
Uechi Ryu Karate Cambridge
“It helps to develop and enhance balance, co-ordination, physical fitness, self confidence and awesome self-defense skills.”
Apex Defense Waltham
“Vinny is extremely knowledgeable and professional highly recommend”
Jae Hun Kim Taekwon-Do Institute
“Excellent staff, excellent training, excellent college, excellent leadership and special thanks to grand master Mr.”
Brazilian Martial Arts Center
“World class instruction and a welcoming environment”
Boston Budo
“Noah the instructor is doing magic and I appreciate how he truly care for the development of each individual child.”
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Brazilian Top Team Boston
“Amazing great school and unbelievable instructor's and some of the best people students I've ever meet”
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What students and parents say about gyms in Cambridge
- “Sensi Bobby teaches with care and discipline. The kids are given opportunities to showcase their skills in front of the class, building confidence both in and out of the gym!” — from a review of American Martial Arts Center
- “This dojo is a welcoming space for those wanting a supportive, noncompetitive environment to train in aikido.” — from a review of Aikido Tekkojuku of Boston
- “Ginsberg academy is amazing. Great professor, lots of experienced purple/brown/black belts to learn from, and a huge emphasis on rolling safely.” — from a review of Ginsberg Academy BJJ
- “They trained my son very well and there's lots of good changes I found on my son since he started to go there: discipline, obedience, and self-control.” — from a review of Jae H. Kim Taekwon-Do Institute
- “My oldest child has been attending the school for 8 years and the youngest for 4 years now and they have both learned the values and rewards of discipline and respect while learning self defense and practicing skills and making friendships that will last a lifetime.” — from a review of Cambridge Tang Soo Do
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