Carmichael Academy
“You can tell they genuinely care about the kids and want to see them learn, improve, and build confidence.”
Best Martial Arts Classes in Carmichael, CA
15 gyms listed · 4 in Carmichael · 10 open weekends · 14 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Fair Oaks Family Taekwondo
“They offer one on one instructions for students that need extra attention.”
Nemuri Kuma Jujitsu
“Instead of having many different instructors, there is a real sensei who consistently teaches the students and builds strong relationships with them.”
Reid's Martial Arts
“Grand Master Linda Reid is someone who lives what she teaches I highly recommend Reid's Martial Arts.”
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Granite Bay Jiu-Jitsu
“They teach respect, focus, confidence, and teamwork while still making the kids excited to come each week.”
K3 Martial Arts Center
“My daughter has been a student here for nearly a year in the Little Dragon program - enrolled right after her 4th birthday - and it's been an absolute blast seeing her grow in her strength, skill, and confidence.”
The 15 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
4 of the 15 gyms we list are based in Carmichael; the other 11 serve Carmichael from towns including Roseville (9 mi), Sacramento (9 mi) and Citrus Heights (5 mi). The gyms on this page are rated from 4.3 to 5.0 across 1,595 reviews; 10 have 50 or more reviews and 14 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "skills", "atmosphere" and "confidence". 9 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. 1 lists staff certifications (CPR) and 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 8 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 78 years. 1 is family- or locally-owned and 5 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 1 takes 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?
4 of the 15 gyms sit inside Carmichael. The rest come from other towns inside 10 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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THE Studio Martial Arts and Fitness
“The kids had a blast on the ninja obstacle course — even a few of the parents jumped in and tried it.”
Eastern Ways Martial Arts
“The instructors are wonderful, highly skilled, and dedicated, led by a group of well-trained and hands-on leaders/owners who are deeply involved in the studio's success”
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Family Tae Kwon DO Plus
“Best choice I made was putting my daughter in taekwondo, we absolutely love this place and everyone there.”
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Chris Holdsworth's Jiu Jitsu Academy
“Despite having a sharp, high-level competitive atmosphere, the team is super welcoming and supportive to everyone walking through the door.”
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Rise Kickboxing and Fitness
“We have been taking private sessions as a family for several months- adults and young children in group.”
Lee's Korean Martial Arts
“Enrolling my son in Lee's Korean Martial Arts has been one of the best decisions I have made .”
Primal Grounds Jiu Jitsu
“Thank you for helping my kids and I improve in the sport I love.”
Vision Taekwondo Academy
“I love this dojo if you were looking for one pick this one because it's amazing and master Alex and master, Michael are so kind and they taught me a lot.”
Nexus Jiu Jitsu
“We've visited almost every jiu-jitsu gym in our area, and we chose Nexus because of the coaching staff and the training structure.”
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
- “The instructors know how to connect with kids, support them, motivate them, and at the same time teach discipline, confidence, and self-control.” — from a review of Fair Oaks Family Taekwondo
- “They do a great job teaching discipline, respect, confidence, and solid jiu-jitsu skills in a fun and encouraging environment.” — from a review of Nexus Jiu Jitsu
- “The instructors are top notch and the dojo is a very encouraging and welcoming environment.” — from a review of K3 Martial Arts Center
- “They provided a fun structured environment, taught him self-discipline, and helped build his self confidence.” — from a review of Eastern Ways Martial Arts
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