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Roots
“I've tried out several fight gyms and I would say Roots has the best coaches and structure relative to other gyms that I've tried, and the main reason why I switched over from another one.”
Best Martial Arts Classes in Daly City, CA
24 gyms listed · 7 in Daly City · 18 open weekends · 21 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
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Powerhouse Gym Elite
- Cleanliness
- Personal Trainer
- Dogs
“The owner, Rob, has created an exceptional environment that caters to just about every fitness enthusiast, from those seeking to add strength through weights or increase their aerobic capacity, to those interested in advancing their self-defense skil...”
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Sensation Mixed Martial Arts
- Fighters
- Train
- Teach
“I bring my daughter to the kids class and I join the adult class right after, they have a little kid area where my daughter hangs out until adult class is done.”
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Peninsula Self Defense
- Curriculum
- Train
- Learn
“We couldn't be happier with PSD and encourage everyone looking for a positive, pro-social activity (adults and children alike) to join the PSD family.”
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Charles Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy
“Awesome environment and great people.”
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Hernandez Martial Arts
“Amazing teachers, clean updated facility, fun environment for kids!”
The 24 gyms listed for Daly City, 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: Daly City, CA
7 of the 24 gyms we list are based in Daly City; the other 17 serve Daly City from Redwood City (18 mi), Union City (25 mi) and Foster City (15 mi). The gyms on this page are rated from 4.2 to 5.0 across 635 reviews; 1 has 50 or more reviews and 21 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "community", "skills" and "atmosphere". 16 are open on Saturdays and 8 on Sundays. 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 18 websites of the gyms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1997. 3 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 24 of the gyms on this page; 17 publish a contact page; 21 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 Daly City show a timetable online?
All 24 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.
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Undisputed Boxing Gym
- Cardio
- Music
- Bathrooms
“As a new boxer, I wanted to train in a safe and friendly environment, learn basic techniques, and get my strength and conditioning up through a well balanced and intense HIIT program.”
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10th Planet Daly City
- Adults
- Muay Thai
- Yoga
“They offer kids and adults classes, beginners and advanced so whether you are old or young, a beginner or a pro this is an amazing place to train, have fun and meet great people.”
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Aikido West
- Train
“Master instructors from all over the globe flock to his seminars because of his flawless mastery of the art; his ability to express the complex principles of aikido in simple terms; and, perhaps more importantly, his exemplary character and personali...”
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Tosetti Institute of MMA & Fitness
- Longsword
- Learn
“I was worried to join any mma institute because I was worried of messing up my already funky wrists, but after explaining my concerns and goals, Melissa, Paul, and the other instructors helped me work around my wrists and always checked in on me.”
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Zhang Kung Fu Institute
“Our oldest son has been in two competition events so far and his confidence level has greatly increased because of it, particularly since he earned a first-place trophy in his second event.”
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Precision Martial Arts and Fitness
- Confidence
- TKD
“Master Curry and Ms Kim do not just inspire TKD training; they also instill confidence, teach respect to oneself and others, and helps you to be the best you can be.”
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California School of Martial Arts (Calsma Taekwondo)
- Community
- Leadership
- Team
“Thank you for teaching me how to kick because I thought punching is better and you are nice to kids because you sometimes help them and you make us practice so good.”
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Dragon's den Kajukenbo Club
- Confidence
“(family) The self-defense training is top notch, but they're not just teaching their students to be great martial artists; they're helping them to realize their potential as better people.”
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Choi's Martial Arts
“My son Arnav Madhu has been learning Tae Kuon do under Master Park and Grand Master Choi's for almost 4 years and we love their dedication and effort they put in to the program/curriculum.”
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California Kung Fu & Tai Chi Institute
- Sifu
“She recently took part in a Kung Fu performance with the school, enjoyed it tremendously and is now inviting her teacher and friends to see her future performances.”
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Capoeira Batuque Daly City
“I'm a student at the Capoeira Batuque and from the day I've started capoeira I've been more physically active and the rest of the students have soon become my second family.”
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Manila Taekwondo
“You're not just joining a class, you're joining a journey and close knit family.”
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Tiger Taekwondo (Martial Arts)
“He works with both kids and adults well and my kids love his classes.”
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Amas Karate
“Aside from all the benefits of joining sports such as fitness and confidence, we are pleased with the type of support and training that the senseis provide.”
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Dragon House
- MMA
- Learn
- Kung fu
“This facility has fitness professionals as well as MMA fighters under one roof, I would highly recommend this World Class training facility to anyone who wants to learn about fitness or Martial Arts in general.”
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United Studios of Self Defense
- MMA
“We highly recommend this dojo, and especially appreciate the generous attention and flexible scheduling you receive from the different instructors, each of whom bring their own specialized strengths, backgrounds, and expertise to the floor.”
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Aikido Institute
“I knew nothing about martial arts, let along aikido, but was interested in the technique and dropped by the Aikido Institute of SF out of sheer curiosity.”
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The Training Center
“Ephraim was patient and took the time to make sure he was comfortable in the group.”
Martial Arts Training Services in Daly City, CA Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$88
Maximum cost
$445
National Average
$141
Avg Per Hour Rates
$59
$118
$176
Average price range is based on 503 cost profiles
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