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Carmichael Academy
“My family has been going here for 7 months now, still can't get enough, learn something new every day, the energy, the experience of the Masters genuinely shines through!”
Best Martial Arts Classes in Carmichael, CA
24 gyms listed · 5 in Carmichael · 15 open weekends · 23 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
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Reid's Martial Arts
- Kenpō
- Self Defense
“My husband and son take kenpo karate and as a spectator I always feel welcome and they always say hello and talk to me.”
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Nemuri Kuma Jujitsu
“He's not the most coordinated kid on the block, but through his patience and experience, Larry has been able to successfully teach him many of the essentials of Jujitsu.”
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Fair Oaks Family Taekwondo
- Learned
- Black Belt
- Adults
“I recently enrolled my niece and nephew, after becoming their guardian, and I can tell the difference in their behavior and attitude in just the 8 weeks or so they have been attending and I know that it is the attention and work that Master Kropp and...”
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HP Shotokan
“Really supportive, fun, and great for self defense and/or karate competition!”
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Granite Bay Jiu-Jitsu
- Skill
- Mat
- Train
“My son gained a lot of confidence in 2 years and now has a solid base in grappling defense, positioning, and fundamental finishes to protect himself and end a fight if needs be through control and de-escalation.”
The 24 gyms listed for Carmichael, CA 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: Carmichael, CA
5 of the 24 gyms we list are based in Carmichael; the other 19 serve Carmichael from towns including Roseville (9 mi), Rancho Cordova (6 mi) and Sacramento (9 mi). The gyms on this page are rated from 4.0 to 5.0 across 1,768 reviews; 16 have 50 or more reviews and 23 are rated 4.5 or higher. When students and parents rate these gyms on specific qualities, they most often praise quality (93%), professionalism (87%) and communication (79%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "confidence", "skills" and "atmosphere". 14 are open on Saturdays and 4 on Sundays. 1 lists staff certifications (CPR) and 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 15 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 48 years. 1 is family- or locally-owned and 5 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 24 of the gyms on this page; 18 publish a contact page; 14 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 Carmichael?
5 of the 24 gyms sit inside Carmichael. 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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K3 Martial Arts Center
“The look on her face when she completed her mile in the time needed for her blackbelt and sparkle in her eyes when she received her certificate, well that is enough to show this dojo is there for our kids.”
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THE Studio Martial Arts and Fitness
“Being a father myself, I was able to take advantage of the free lessons and even was able to take on a free sword lesson as Master P's guest because they had a substitute at the time and wants me to only pay for the session when it is the actual inst...”
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Uplift Martial Arts
- Confidence
- Taekwondo
- Respect
“My daughers love coming to class and learn here Mr ands Jung are very nice and care for there students the staff are super helpfu and also care is a great place fun, and they teach and help with how to respect, belief in your self lot more that kids ...”
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Waza Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
- BJJ
- Black Belt
- Learn
“I'm also an insufferable perfectionist, so I did a lot of research prior to starting BJJ, and I read with some worry about how "sport/modern BJJ" is fundamentally distinct from "Gracie JJ", and how Americans have strayed from the martial art's roots,...”
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Ares Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
- BJJ
- Trip
- Train
“Yes, my message to Ares BJJ of Rocklin - Jiu Jitsu Academy, was the kind of message that only a desperate mom would send (such as I felt), when asking for help with starting 3 kids in a program and also I needed to start them THAT day!”
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Capitol Jiu Jitsu
“One of my favorite aspects of CJJ was that the owner is constantly trying to provide more value by improving the facility and adding classes that offer boxing, muay thai, wrestling, strength training, and a few more.”
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Infinite Jiu-Jitsu
- Train
- Mats
- Learn
“During instruction he takes time to make sure everyone knows the move, and if you missed something he is glad to go over it as many times as it takes until you understand it, and if you're still not getting the move, one of 20 other people will be mo...”
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Na Martial Arts
- Discipline
- Fun
- Skills
“Great for keeping kids active and having them learn the importance of not giving up, achieving a goal (through ranking up in belts), and showing good behavior in and out of class.”
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Kovar's Satori Academy of Martial Arts
“Our son's Kindergarten teacher recommended Kovar's to us because her son had gone through their program, and she loved the principles and values that they taught him.”
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Family Tae Kwon DO Plus
“I was with them at one point a year or two years ago and I miss em all it's been awhile I wanna come back but now being 16 and In wrestling and enlisting in the Marine corps Soon hopefully when I'm out I'll return to this same dojo with the amazing i...”
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Legacy Muay Thai and Fitness
“I am relatively young, only 15 but not a single person here treats me any less competent because I am younger and I have done lots of martial arts in the past but left after a week or two because none really caught my interest but this gym is excelle...”
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Bowman Martial Arts
- Taekwondo
- Fun
- Discipline
“The school provides continuous growth for kids with consistent class schedules, personalized attention, actual physical workout (unlike some other places!”
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Chris Holdsworth's Jiu Jitsu Academy
“He has been my primary Jiu-Jitsu instructor for over 2 years now and when he decided to open this gym, I decided to continue my training under him and signed up immediately.”
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Lee's Korean Martial Arts
“To Master Lee, my life is different because of you in the best way possible and Master Alex, thank you for growing up with me and showing me never quit in action.”
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Synergy Jiu-Jitsu Academy
“Our two children went from knowing nothing and having very little confidence in grappling and wrestling, to persevering in the martial art, gaining great friends, growing in discipline and instruction, and becoming confident in many ways these classe...”
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Robinson's Tae Kwon Do
“Best of best is all I can say and I been with Robinsons taekwondo for 6 and a half years with Robinsons taekwondo and I tell you it's the best work out and martial arts school ever I highly recommend it because you'll get fit and strong and learn new...”
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United Martial Arts Academy
“When my grandson started breaking down and getting nervous not one but four of the instructors took time and spoke to him and when it came time for him to brake his boards they all made sure they held them so he would see familiar faces for reassuran...”
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Ohana Mixed Martial Arts
- Discipline
- Environment
- Energy
“She moved on to a different sport (fencing) but the lessons she learned from martial arts played a vital role in her success, learning discipline and dedication and respect and determination to achieving goals and balance.”
Martial Arts Training Services in Carmichael, CA Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$82
Maximum cost
$413
National Average
$131
Avg Per Hour Rates
$55
$109
$163
Fair price range is based on 537 cost profiles
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about gyms in and near Carmichael
- “Very engaging. Good place for kids to learn discipline and build confidence.” — from a review of Carmichael Academy
- “From the cool, industrial environment to the friendliness of the community to the expertise of the instructors and upper belts, I would highly recommend!” — from a review of Capitol Jiu Jitsu
- “My daughter has become stronger. Mrs. Bowman is flexible and disciplined at the same time, which is best for kids' growth.” — from a review of Bowman Martial Arts
- “The instructors are top notch and the dojo is a very encouraging and welcoming environment.” — from a review of K3 Martial Arts Center
- “The instructors focus on teaching students discipline, respect, confidence, integrity, and a lot more.” — from a review of United Martial Arts Academy
Excerpts from public reviews of the gyms listed on this page.
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