MJ Elite Martial Arts
“I highly recommend MJ Elite Martial Arts to families looking for exceptional martial arts instruction, dependable after-school care, and a caring, supportive community!”
Best Martial Arts Classes in Chantilly, VA
15 gyms listed · 12 in Chantilly · 13 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
Black Dragon Martial Arts
“The structured environment feels like it has a strong law enforcement influence—or at least carries that high level of professional discipline—which is fantastic for character building.”
Chantilly MMA Academy
“From the moment I walked in, I was welcomed with a warm greeting that made me feel like I was at my own gym.”
Chantilly Family Martial Arts
“My daughter started with a free trial class, and we quickly noticed how much she has grown in confidence, discipline, focus, and physical strength.”
YJ Tae Kwon Do Academy
“Master Jun and instructor Seth have been very patient and motivational for my kids!”
Silverback Academy
“The owner Sean is very welcoming and makes you feel at home there.”
The 15 gyms listed for Chantilly, VA 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: Chantilly, VA
12 of the 15 gyms we list are based in Chantilly; the other 3 serve Chantilly from Centreville (3 mi), Herndon (7 mi) and Sterling (8 mi). The gyms on this page are rated from 4.7 to 5.0 across 822 reviews; 10 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "confidence", "skills" and "atmosphere". 13 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. 7 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 23 years. 6 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 15 of the gyms on this page; 11 publish a contact page; all 15 list a public email and 6 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 Chantilly show a timetable online?
All 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.
Master Shin's Power Taekwondo Center
“He is very caring and shows immense respect and I can see it in my kids when they go there.”
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Highkicks Taekwondo of Chantilly
“And a bonus that they have noon classes 3x weekly which really caters to homeschool kiddos”
Ace Kendo Academy
“I highly recommend Ace Kendo Academy to both beginners and advanced practitioners who want to improve and refine their skills.”
Ascend Jiu Jitsu
“Hands down the number one place to train bjj and combatives in the area”
Northern Virginia Wushu Academy
“I have done martial arts my whole life and can truly say, "I am sorry I have not found this place earlier.”
US HRK Kumdo
“This, to me, not only means a wealth of knowledge and experience, but also there must be something that keeps them continuing in this art and this school.”
Jow Ga Shaolin Institute
“The trainers are so patient, understanding and always encouraging.”
Mt. Kim Martial Arts / B4 & After School
“We are incredibly grateful to this school, to Master Wi and other instructors for their dedication and unwavering support in our son's athletic journey.”
Capital MMA & Elite Fitness
“Amazing place to train if you want to learn proper technique and get into shape, would recommend for anyone looking to get into combat sports.”
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What students and parents say about gyms in Chantilly
- “The instructors are professional, patient, and supportive. They focus on teaching discipline, respect, confidence, and self-defense while making the classes fun and engaging.” — from a review of YJ Tae Kwon Do Academy
- “They create a fun and structured environment where my daughter is learning discipline, focus, and confidence—all while having a great time, getting energy out and learning self defense skills.” — from a review of Black Dragon Martial Arts
- “The classes help build discipline, confidence, focus, and respect, while still being fun and engaging.” — from a review of Chantilly Family Martial Arts
- “If you want to learn authentic Taekwondo and have your child grow in discipline and confidence, send them to Master Shin.” — from a review of Master Shin's Power Taekwondo Center
- “They have a lot of black belts who are all very welcoming and who don’t train with an ego.” — from a review of Silverback Academy
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