Texas Defense Academy TDA
“We had an amazing time and walked away with invaluable knowledge to carry with us forever.”
Best Martial Arts Classes in Fort Worth, TX
22 gyms listed · all 22 in Fort Worth · 17 open weekends · all 22 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
North Texas Karate Academy
“NTKA is not the closest martial arts school to where we live, but it has been a much better fit than any other place we have trained so I'm glad we found it.”
Korean Tiger Martial Arts TKD
“We love this little dojo, my daughter had asked to join for months but got very nervous and scared the first day.”
Frequency BJJ & Fitness
“Kyle is an outstanding instructor who teaches and helps you to learn how to focus your body and mind to be the best version of yourself!”
Six Blades Jiu-Jitsu Fort Worth
“The combination of a welcoming environment, exceptional teaching, and a passion for the art makes it a standout choice for anyone looking to embark on or continue their Jiu-Jitsu journey.”
Travis Lutter Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
“I've been training Jiu Jitsu for about a year and Travis and his coaches do an outstanding job on breaking down fundamental concepts.”
The 22 gyms listed for Fort Worth, TX 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 Worth, TX
All 22 gyms we list here are in Fort Worth itself. We have 32 gyms in Fort Worth on file; this page shows the highest-rated 22. The gyms on this page are rated from 4.7 to 5.0 across 922 reviews; 5 have 50 or more reviews. When students and parents rate these gyms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (93%), quality (90%) and value (76%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "skills", "atmosphere" and "knowledge". 16 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. 1 lists staff certifications (AED) and 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 13 websites of the gyms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1997. 2 are family- or locally-owned and 4 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 20 of the gyms on this page; 15 publish a contact page; 13 list a public email and 5 take bookings online. We count these figures across the gyms on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the gym before you enroll.
Are weekend martial arts classes listed for Fort Worth?
17 of the 22 gyms put weekend times on the listing. Saturday morning is usually junior classes and an open mat for anyone who wants extra rounds; Sunday is rarer. If your shifts move, ask whether a weekday class you miss can be made up on the weekend.
Croft Martial Arts
“My 3yo started one year ago and we have seen a huge difference in listening, respect, and focus for him!”
Silverback Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
“All of the coaches are friendly and happy to train experienced practitioners as well as beginners (myself).”
Champion Gtma Martial Arts
“One of my boys is very timid & the staff has been so wonderful at letting him kind of ease into it.”
Fitness Fight Factory Haslet
“Evan and Brian are some of the nicest people I've ever met, great coachs and knowledgeable with extensive backgrounds and awesome with kids”
Authentic Kung-fu
“I would like to thank Sifu Steve Cottrell, Steve Richmond, and the Authentic Kung-Fu family for sharing their Wing Chun.”
Texas Isshinryu Karate Academy
“All the instructors have a passion for teaching and really care about the students.”
Trinity Martial Arts & Fitness Academy
“My son was hesitant to try martial arts but everyone encouraged him and he enjoyed the class.”
Fort Worth Capoeira
“Fort Worth Capoeria is an awesome learning environment where you will learn all facets of Capoeria Regional through Mestre Bimba's teachings and philosophy.”
Fort Worth Judo Club
“By the way my daughter is visually impaired and every one of the instructors and other students are patient and work so well with her.”
Fort Worth Combatives
“Awesome course to attend, hands on and thoroughly enjoyed everything we learned.”
Knorr's Academy of Hapkido
“I learned about hapkido it is the best highly recommend”
Genjikai Karate & Tai Chi
“He is a wonderful knowledgeable instructer.”
Lamb IV Foundation & Promotions
“Rick did a great job explaining how everything goes, Turbo & Barry proved themselves as amazing coaches all within 1 session.”
Mizu Aikido of Fort Worth
Frey MMA
“Coach genuinely cares about every one of his students and is an exceptional teacher.”
Lima Lama ´matai´ Texas Martial Arts Artes Marciales
“They train them very well and have a lot of patience with them...”
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about gyms in Fort Worth
- “Your dojo isn't just a place of instruction; it's a sanctuary where everyone who enters is made to feel known, accepted, worthy, and brimming with newfound confidence when they leave.” — from a review of Korean Tiger Martial Arts TKD
- “I have been a part of this dojo for 8 years and everyone has been very nice and helpful with everything.” — from a review of North Texas Karate Academy
- “My son had a great experience and learned so much: self-defense, discipline, and more about himself and his capabilities.” — from a review of Croft Martial Arts
- “The instructor is patient and teaches discipline while also bringing the fun.” — from a review of Six Blades Jiu-Jitsu Fort Worth
Excerpts from public reviews of the gyms listed on this page.
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