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Championship MMA
- Skills
- Knowledge
- Learn
“Their attention to detail and ability to build a solid foundation of knowledge for you to defend yourself with or compete in sport fighting has been amazing.”
Best Martial Arts Classes near Fort Smith, AR
3 of these gyms are based in Fort Smith; the others serve Fort Smith from towns including Tulsa, OK (102 mi), Fayetteville (51 mi) and Van Buren (7 mi).
15 open weekends · all 24 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
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ATA Martial Arts
- Learning
“So much more goes into class than just tae kwon do, he teaches them stranger danger, confidence, respect, self control & discipline and most importantly he has patience and is caring towards each and every child!”
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Family Combat Fitness
“Brian is a world class mixed martial artist who has competed internationally for major companies such as the UFC, World Series of Fighting and T Itan FC.”
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Zane Isaacs Championship MMA
- Son
- Watch
- Adults
“We also bring the whole family to watch because we love how Zane teaches and how much he cares for his students you can see it when they achieve and meet goals!”
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Wolf Pack Martial Arts
- Taekwondo
- Confidence
- Discipline
“The consistent and personal attention he has received from his instructor and the leadership team has been instrumental in his personal development these past few years.”
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Yoga and Martial Arts
“I love Kasi, I need a lot of modifications and she was so patient and encouraging.”
The 24 gyms listed for Fort Smith, AR 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: Fort Smith, AR
The 24 gyms on this page are rated from 4.5 to 5.0 across 1,844 reviews; 12 have 50 or more reviews. When students and parents rate these gyms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (89%), quality (87%) and communication (64%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "skills", "atmosphere" and "confidence". 15 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. 14 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 75 years. 2 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 23 of the gyms on this page; 17 publish a contact page; 19 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 Fort Smith?
3 of the 24 gyms sit inside Fort Smith. The rest come from other towns inside 110 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.
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Oklahoma Combat Sports/Kore Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
- Atmosphere
“Its pretty cool”
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L K Wells Martial Arts & Fitness
“Amazing place, great enviroment, black owned buisness.”
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Primate Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
“I have been to this jiu jitsu place couple times since my boyfriend goes there, and he loves it so much and compliments that Matt is so passionate with teaching jiu jitsu!”
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Golden Dragon Taekwondo
“Honestly, I really didn't have a desire to seek out a martial arts school, my friend told me about Master Seo and that he taught a really hard class.”
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Triton Fight Center
- Veteran
- Mats
- Professor
“As the owner of (CKA) Christian Karate Academy I will only endorse and allow my students to train in locations where the leadership mirrors our values.”
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JJJ Tulsa Jiu Jitsu
- Team
- Learn
- Train
“Coach Jamie is an encouraging and supportive leader of this gym with a big heart to see people improve regardless of what level you are on the journey.”
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Grandmaster Kangs Taekwondo
“The camaraderie, rigor, and discipline are unparalleled, I would recommend this dojang to any body who wants to make constant improvements in their lives!”
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Sheepdog Jiu-Jitsu
- Environment
- Instruction
- To Learn
“This place is packed with very highly skilled training partners who all create a super relaxed and safe environment but can really put a pace on you when needed!”
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Fayetteville Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
- Mats
- Know
- Learn
“I have been training here for five months and this gym is affordable, has a friendly inviting atmosphere, and high quality instruction from Grappling Fight Team alumni.”
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Inferno Martial Arts
“I was afraid because I had never done anything like this before but very quickly I realized that it's really not a scary environment, everyone there is very friendly and welcoming.”
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Meta Martial Arts
- Energy
- Shape
- Skills
“Well organized classes that include mastering kickboxing and Brazliian jujitsu skills, as well as personal development, such as self-discipline and meditation.”
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Clinch Martial Arts Academy
- Matter
- Christian
- Classes
“Great staff and coaching, I have had nothing but positive interactions with fellow students and the coaches, Its a welcoming and supportive atmosphere.”
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Wolfe Pack Taekwondo
“During the obstacle/free play time the owner was out there showing kids different things, engaging with the kids, and set up a zip line which was a huge hit.”
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Fayetteville Martial Arts
- Taekwondo
- Team
- Learning
“Very happy to have enrolled my child in a program where Master Edward aand his team care much about individual needs while still training in a group setting.”
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Força Martial Arts & Fitness- Russellville
“I thank the coaches Cora, Bryan, Hanna, Heather, Paula for helping me to be a better version of me, and for the respect and caring for every person that comes to the Gym always making us feel welcome”
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Relentless Martial Arts
- Ero Guro
- Qualities
- Life
“A wonderful youth program makes this the place for the whole family to enjoy martial arts, get a good workout and develop long lasting relationships with good people.”
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Martial Arts Academy
“It is a place where students and families of a wide variety of ages, backgrounds, and skill levels come together to work hard and encourage each other.”
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Martial ZEN Tulsa
- Investment
- Mind
- Learn
“They are supportive and have helped me empower myself to overcome many setbacks from chronic health issues, and develop/cultivate the tools to take control of my body.”
Martial Arts Training Services in Fort Smith, AR Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$86
Maximum cost
$435
National Average
$138
Avg Per Hour Rates
$58
$115
$172
Typical price range is based on 473 cost profiles
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