Hurricane Jiu Jitsu
“Friendly and welcoming environment, very clean, and an awesome vibe with the woodwork and mural on the wall.”
Best Martial Arts Classes in Cleveland, OH
15 gyms listed · 6 in Cleveland · 14 open weekends · 14 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
Green Dragon Tai Chi and Qigong
“It is a profound honor to learn Tai Chi from an authentic Master who has vast experience, patience, kindness, professionalism, and the ability to meet you exactly where you are regardless of your age and/or abilities.”
Raven's Post Gym and Wellness Center
“The owners, Rob and Alex, have made not only a fun place to work out but a place with a strong sense of community.”
Strike Force Taekwon Do
“They take time and teach everyone that come in they have patients with little children and give the kids confidence in what they are learning”
Cleveland Shaolin Kung Fu Academy
“The owners are amazing & always willing to teach, help & encourage❣”
Tracy's Karate Studio
“Now my son is taking 2 of my grandchildren to Tracy's.”
The 15 gyms listed for Cleveland, OH 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: Cleveland, OH
6 of the 15 gyms we list are based in Cleveland; the other 9 serve Cleveland from towns including Cleveland Heights (6 mi), Shaker Heights (6 mi) and Parma (7 mi). The gyms on this page are rated from 4.0 to 5.0 across 1,377 reviews; 6 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 "atmosphere" and "facilities". 14 are open on Saturdays and 4 on Sundays. 10 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 45 years. 2 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; 7 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 Cleveland?
6 of the 15 gyms sit inside Cleveland. The rest come from other towns inside 15 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.
Kuk Sool Won of Cleveland
“He and his other martial artists are more than happy to assist you in your learning as well.”
Lake Shore Aikido
“If you are interested in improving your mental and physical stamina, learn how to defend yourself with the environment of an authentic Japanese martial arts dojo then Lake Shore Aikido is the right place.”
Cleveland Aikikai
“Personally, I began studying aikido as a graduate student in the 1990s, continued regular training from 2000-2004 in San Diego (through 1st kyu, the last rank before black belt or shodan), and began practicing at the Cleveland Aikikai in 2004, when I moved to Ohio to start teaching as a professor at Oberlin College”
Inspire Martial Arts
“I truly enjoy watching the classes— it brings joy to my heart and I cant wait to see my sons progress with (listening/mastering the sport ) even more than hes already has from just a short 2 months.”
Master Marr's Taekwon-do
“We make a longer commute 3 days a week without fail, because this staff believes in its students.”
Strong Style MMA and Training Center
“Amazing gym, go there every wendsday and Friday for boxing classes and have a blast and also learn a bunch.”
Devil Dog Martial Arts
“Just did the Monday night boxing class and I am already excited for next Monday.”
Rio Pro Brazilianjiu Jitsu
“My first day was fantastic and I'm looking forward to many more.”
Kajukenpo Academy
“Rick is a Dedicated sensei with a passion for teaching anyone willing to learn, my son absolutely loves coming here and he just started.”
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