Gig Harbor Mixed Martial Arts/Checkmat Gig Harbor
“Very supportive atmosphere, great coaches and a variety of classes throughout the day.”
Best Martial Arts Classes near Gig Harbor, WA
2 of these gyms are based in Gig Harbor; the others serve Gig Harbor from towns including Tacoma (9 mi), University Place (7 mi) and Fircrest (8 mi).
11 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
Matwork JJ
“Best BJJ school in the area for anyone looking to learn self-defense, train for competitions, or to get in shape.”
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Defiance Jiu Jitsu
“He looks forward to his classes and has gained much confidence since starting over a year ago.”
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T-Town Mma/Checkmat Tacoma
“From day one I was sure this was the place for me to train, and I'm positive anyone who walks through that door will feel the same way.”
Master Shon's Black Belt USA
“He sets expectations for all to live up to and wants greatness for each individual that walks through the door.”
Wave Combat Sports
“In just a short span of time, I've witnessed remarkable progress in my skills and overall development, all thanks to the expert guidance and support provided by the team at Wave Combat Sports”
The 15 gyms listed for Gig Harbor, WA 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: Gig Harbor, WA
The 15 gyms on this page are rated from 4.8 to 5.0 across 933 reviews; 8 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "atmosphere", "skills" and "community". 11 are open on Saturdays and 5 on Sundays. 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. 6 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 18 years. 2 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 14 of the gyms on this page; 13 publish a contact page; 12 list a public email and 4 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 Gig Harbor?
2 of the 15 gyms sit inside Gig Harbor. The rest come from other towns inside 15 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.
Certified Martial Arts
“Paul is one of the best coaches I've came across he really dedicates his time to his craft and students it's the best training you'll get I always leave the gym feeling good, confident, and ready for the next session!!”
Gracie Barra Tacoma
“He's able to pick up pretty quickly because the coaches are so attentive to each and every student.”
Vital Jiu Jitsu
“Everyone is friendly and accommodating, and the training environment is relaxed and very conducive to learning, whether you're training to compete or as a hobby.”
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Legend Jiu Jitsu Academy
“Great environment and coaching for beginners with a tons of additional students with higher belts always willing to teach and help newbies to the sport like me.”
Master Burns Black Belt USA Tae Kwon Do
“What they teach goes beyond just Taekwondo and teaches kids how to apply focus and discipline to all aspects of their life”
Nova Ryu Jiu Jitsu/Boxing/Yoga
“There were both self defense and sport applications of the technique.”
Conquest Self Defense
“You won't find a better place to train, everyone in the gym is super nice and will work with you and teach you what ever they know.”
Twin Tigers Taekwondo
“I really enjoy watching my kids grow from the feedback/critique, but gain self-confidence bc he doesn't feel the need to belittle them in the process.”
Aikido Tacoma Aikikai
“They are able to cultivate a culture in the dojo for partner safety and for learning.”
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about gyms near Gig Harbor
- “Teachers, students, and the dojo at large are welcoming and engaging from the very first, encouraging all of us to meet the challenges of aikido with grace and humor.” — from a review of Aikido Tacoma Aikikai
- “Everyone is super welcoming and encouraging and I appreciate all the instructions from coaches and upper-belts.” — from a review of Defiance Jiu Jitsu
- “The staff is patient and works with a student to ensure understanding of techniques before passing onto the next belt.” — from a review of Master Shon's Black Belt USA
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