Unit 2 Fitness
“Jeff's ability to break down complex techniques and his dedication to each student's progress truly sets him apart as a great instructor.”
Best Martial Arts Classes in Decatur, GA
15 gyms listed · 8 in Decatur · 14 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 19, 2026
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Tsunami Mixed Martial Arts
“It's family oriented, the parents are welcoming and friendly, and the coaches are really nice.”
Capoeira Maculele Decatur
“I was a beginner and was very inclusive and I learned a lot.”
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Decatur
“The instructors are great, the academy is well managed (no bro messes) and it feels very warm and inviting, not elitist.”
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Kickin 2 Fitness
“Master Spellen, Ja and Kuru are great instructors and you can tell they really care about your kids and your kids growth.”
Gladiator Martial Arts Group L.l.c.
“I highly recommend this place specially if you want your kid to learn self-defense”
The 15 gyms listed for Decatur, GA 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: Decatur, GA
8 of the 15 gyms we list are based in Decatur; the other 7 serve Decatur from Atlanta (7 mi) and Tucker (6 mi). The gyms on this page are rated from 4.5 to 5.0 across 1,256 reviews; 9 have 50 or more reviews. When students and parents rate these gyms on specific qualities, they most often praise quality (89%), professionalism (87%) and communication (76%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "skills", "community" and "knowledge". 13 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. 3 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 8 websites of the gyms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2000. 1 offers a free trial or consultation and 3 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 5 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 Decatur 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.
Paths Atlanta Kung Fu
“The class is a mixture of fitness (in the form of circuit workouts) form/technique, and historical & philosophical education, all geared toward giving the practitioner a comprehensive Kung Fu curriculum (as opposed to just see opponent, hit opponent).”
Decatur Martial Arts Academy
“Kwangjang Nim Sullivan is one of the most dedicated martial artists I've met in 32 years of martial arts training!”
Atlanta Kick Karate
“The instructors are kind, enthusiastic, knowledgeable and go above and beyond to connect and mentor the students in more than martial arts.”
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The Martial Arts Center Tucker / Atlanta
“The martial art he is teaching (Okinawen SHURI- RYU) is not simply a sport, but it is a way of life (discipline; respect of the self and the other; hard work; trust; self confidence and fun).”
Trammell Fitness & Martial Arts
“Amazing place to come learn even if it is your first time as the instructors here are understanding and know the process to build you up.”
American Top Team Atlanta
“Best gym in ATL hands down”
Evolution X Martial Arts and Fitness
“Across a variety of arts and skill levels, the vibe, the knowledge and the workout were all A+.”
Elite Academy of Martial Arts
“The fact that they also learn how to respond when they are faced with real world situations (bullies, potential danger, etc) is what really attracted us to this location.”
Catalyst Fitness
“It's hard to find a good gym with that personal one on one attention.”
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