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1 of these gyms is based in Cheektowaga; the others serve Cheektowaga from towns including Buffalo (5 mi), North Tonawanda (11 mi) and Hamburg (13 mi).
21 open weekends · all 24 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
The 24 gyms listed for Cheektowaga, NY 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.
The 24 gyms on this page are rated from 4.7 to 5.0 across 1,381 reviews; 8 have 50 or more reviews. When students and parents rate these gyms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (96%), communication (86%) and quality (76%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "skills", "atmosphere" and "knowledge". 21 are open on Saturdays and 5 on Sundays. 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 19 websites of the gyms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2000. 5 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 23 of the gyms on this page; 19 publish a contact page; 19 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.
21 of the 24 gyms put weekend times on the listing. Saturday morning is usually junior classes and an open mat for anyone who wants extra rounds; Sunday is rarer. If your shifts move, ask whether a weekday class you miss can be made up on the weekend.
- “My child has definitely developed a broader sense of discipline, is absolutely way more confident, physically stronger and continues to be even more respectful of others.” — from a review of Master Khechen's Martial Arts Academy
- “The staff are friendly and supportive. It’s a great place for your son or daughter to be active, to learn discipline and gain confidence.” — from a review of Master Chong's World Class Tae Kwon Do
- “Very welcoming environment with a vast amount of knowledge the coaches and upper belts are willing to share.” — from a review of Lake Effect Martial Arts
- “My kids love it. I have a 9 year old daughter who just earned her yellow belt in tigers, moving up to juniors in just 3 months.” — from a review of Riederer's Kenpo Self-Defense Studio
- “The staff provide quality lessons using an impressive mix of skilled training instruction, authoritative discipline, and seemingly endless patience.” — from a review of Prescott's Martial Arts Academy
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