Best Martial Arts and Combat Sports Classes in Denver, CO

Handpicked from 161 vetted & reviewed Martial Arts Training gyms in the Denver area, explore the top 5 leaders in their field among the selected group of 24 finalists.

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High Altitude Martial Arts

(49)

BJJ
MMA
Learn

“I drive about an hour everyday to train there in a truck that gets awful gas mileage, but i keep coming back because the distance and bad gas is worth the quality and quantity of training i get here compared to other gyms and the friends i made there...”

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Fusion Combat Training Center– Krav Maga

(48)

Self Defense

“Jesse never tries to "convince" you to sign up for a membership -- he simply gives you all of the information you need to decide for yourself if this is something you want to pursue, and needless to say for me it's a no-brainer.”

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Okinawa Dojo by Karate Bros

(48)

Discipline
Learn
Skills

“While this may or may not be said of all dojos, Okinawa Dojo sets itself apart as its students always seem more disciplined and attentive at all the competitions and tournaments I've been to thus far.”

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Train. Fight. Win. MMA & Fitness

(49)

Skill
Fighting
Learn

“Being a shorter woman, I was worried about trying out grappling; however, Coach Mike has created a class where all of the women feel comfortable and can train without being overtaken by a larger and/or more experienced opponent.”

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Tiger Kim's Academy of Taekwondo and Tang Soo Do

(49)

Usa Taekwondo, Full Contact, Tang Soo Doo Aka Super Karate

“I love that all the classes are mixed ages and mixed level, so from the start you can learn both from the expert instructors and from watching the most experienced students.”

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98 (100)

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98.1 Percentile

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Easton Training Center

(45)

Mixed Martial Arts, Private Locker Rooms Attached to 10, Self Defense

“And I want to give a shout out to coach Josh and Jerrett for teaching the 730 no gi classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, thank you guys, and also thanks to all the other coaches and professors that have been there for me.”

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World Martial Arts Supply

(50)

Gear
Price
Gloves

“I love Tiger Kim's Academy because it has helped my Kids realize they can achieve challenging tasks, persevere through difficult times, and has created a supportive community for them.”

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Way of Jiu Jitsu Academy

(50)

Self Defense, Women’s Jiu Jitsu, Jiu Jitsu For Kids

“From Jiu Jitsu she has not only started down a path to where she will be able to better handle herself in an altercation but the additional benefits include exercise, strategy, mechanics, leverage, hard work, failure and success.”

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Colorado Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Satori (Jiu Jitsu Colorado)

(49)

Train
Facility
BJJ

“I have train in many gym around the world, and there's nothing like getting train by world champions that care about your well-being, heath and treat you like family.”

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Evolve Martial Arts and Fitness

(48)

“Training here has been life changing for me because the things I learn in this gym I can take and apply to my life as well and I'm so grateful to Coach Josh and Will for helping me improve in so many ways.”

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Master Yosvany Taekwondo Academy

(47)

“If students develop aspirations to compete just for fun or even to become world-class athletes and compete on the big stage, this is where MYT absolutely shines producing many national team level athletes.”

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Dark Horse Combat Club

(50)

Simply go Work Out, Clean Environment, If You Want to Change Your Life

“Dark Horse spends a lot of time on conversations with the kids about respecting themselves, coming to terms with the difficulty of the sport, and having healthy expectations around what to expect from themselves.”

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Denver Kung Fu

(38)

Ving Tsun
Self Defense
Learn

“Being able to get a good work out in a small space from home with no equipment needed, as well as having the resource of the kung fu community and personalized, kind instruction from Sifu Ely Matson truly was as healthy for my mental well-being as w...”

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Imperial Combat Arts- Denver Martial Arts

(48)

Warrior
Train
Learn

“I've been training here for just two months, and I've learned more practical combat skills than I did in a couple of years in three different kung fu schools.”

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Lōgōs Jiu Jitsu

(38)

Train
Professor
BJJ

“My wife and I saw a sponsored ad on IG for a single free class and went just for fun (not having any knowledge or training) and left with basic knowledge of the sport, culture, and fundamental technique”

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Six Blades Downtown Denver

(33)

Professor
Train
Environment

“Coach Danny is one of the few to place heavy emphasis on respect and manners, not just martial arts techniques (something he also excels at), and cares about each student individually.”

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Denver Judo

(33)

BJJ
Community
Learn

“The atmosphere is warm, inviting, and fun, but the ranks are heavily stacked with seasoned and accomplished competitors who are more than willing to help out the lower belts.”

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DCO MMA & Fitness

(29)

Kids
Jiu Jitsu
Goals

“There are several pro MMA, striking, and grappling competitors/coaches here who can help get you started if you've always been interested in martial arts, or to the next level if you feel stagnant where you are.”

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Morning Star Jiu Jitsu

(27)

Understand
Professor
BJJ

“His ability to break down techniques and show details that anyone, regardless of size or flexibility, can use is just one of many qualities that make him an incredible instructor.”

FAQs

Are your classes too advanced for me?

Our classes are designed to accommodate martial artists of every skill level. From your very first visit you will notice that our instructors and students are extremely friendly and will go out of their way to help beginners out. This is the kind of training atmosphere you can expect to find at our gym. We welcome beginners and we guarantee that you will have a great time learning!

How do I proceed?

We are happy that you have decided to train with us! We recommend that you come visit the gym so that you can see where we are located and thus make an informed decision when enrolling. You can stop by at any of our class times, or contact us to schedule a FREE INTRO CLASS. We are 100% positive that you will be very satisfied with your decision!

Am I too old to learn martial arts?

No! Our main focus is teaching proper techniques to our students for self-defense application as well as competiton in tournaments. Jiu Jitsu is known as the "Gentle Art" and is a lot easier on the body with much less chance of injuries. You are never too old to learn how to defend yourself.

Is this type of training only for people who want to learn how to fight?

No! We primarily teach effective self defense and competition techniques. Most of our students enjoy the challenge of learning something new, while also getting fitness and self defense benefits out of our classes.

You can find more answers to some of our most commonly asked questions on the FAQ page of our website.

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Colorado Budokan

(17)

“Let's be honest, martial arts studios are about a dime a dozen geographically it seems and there is a lot of programs that could work for you or your kids, but none of them will be perfectly suited because they won't have these two.”

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Tri-Town Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

(20)

BJJ
Atmosphere
Train

“The instructors were very diligent in explaining to me and my partner that class was about learning technique and bettering ourselves, not fighting each other to survive.”

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Denver Kompound

(24)

Train
Environment
Skills

“There seems to be someone of every body type and experience level here which offers me the opportunity to hone my skills against a wide array of opponents which has prepared me for anything that my come my way.”

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Tumfo tu Movement Masters

(22)

Discipline
Skills
Self-Defense

“And while they create an environment that pushes and challenges you beyond what you can even imagine is possible, it's not an environment that is obnoxious and calling for you to be tougher or have more will-power without regard to authentically addr...”

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USA Shaolin Kung Fu Academy

(20)

“Shifu Shi Heng Chao is from the Shaolin Temple, he teaches authentic Shaolin martial arts and he and all of the students are amazing and extremely welcoming.”

Average Cost	$150
Minimum cost	$94
Maximum cost	$473
Avg Per Hour Rates	$63

Best Martial Arts and Combat Sports Classes in Denver, CO

Handpicked from 161 vetted & reviewed Martial Arts Training gyms in the Denver area, explore the top 5 leaders in their field among the selected group of 24 finalists.

High Altitude Martial Arts

Fusion Combat Training Center– Krav Maga

Okinawa Dojo by Karate Bros

Train. Fight. Win. MMA & Fitness

Tiger Kim's Academy of Taekwondo and Tang Soo Do

Easton Training Center

World Martial Arts Supply

Way of Jiu Jitsu Academy

Colorado Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Satori (Jiu Jitsu Colorado)

Evolve Martial Arts and Fitness

Master Yosvany Taekwondo Academy

Dark Horse Combat Club

Denver Kung Fu

Imperial Combat Arts- Denver Martial Arts

Lōgōs Jiu Jitsu

Six Blades Downtown Denver

Denver Judo

DCO MMA & Fitness

Morning Star Jiu Jitsu

Colorado Budokan

Tri-Town Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

Denver Kompound

Tumfo tu Movement Masters

USA Shaolin Kung Fu Academy

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