King Tiger Academy
“I appreciate Master Geeson and the time he takes with my son and all of the children!!”
Best Martial Arts Classes near Goldsboro, NC
2 of these gyms are based in Goldsboro; the others serve Goldsboro from towns including Kinston (22 mi), Clayton (32 mi) and Mt Olive (13 mi).
1 open 24/7 · 5 open weekends · all 10 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 21, 2026
Korean Martial Arts Academy
“Large variety of skills learned with small teacher to student ratio, enabling more one on one instruction.”
Hwarang Warrior Martial Arts
“Alongside being a Christian organization, the instructors will teach you, your friends, and/or your children how to be physically and mentally strong alongside how to be Godly and show the characteristics everyone will need in order to succeed in life.”
Little Union Academy of Martial Arts
“Everyone is so Friendly and It's more then learning Karate,Its adding to the whole person.”
King Tiger Taekwondo Kinston
“I don't know why, but this place is strangely awesome”
Southern School of Martial Arts and Rivers Edge Bujinkan Dojo
“Amazing place for the kids to learn Martial Arts, Sensei is great at everything he teaches, he has the patience for kids from all ages.”
The 10 gyms listed for Goldsboro, NC 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: Goldsboro, NC
The 10 gyms on this page are rated from 4.8 to 5.0 across 426 reviews; 1 has 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "atmosphere" and "skills". 1 is open around the clock; 5 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 7 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 30 years. 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 9 of the gyms on this page; 5 publish a contact page; 6 list a public email and 2 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 Goldsboro?
2 of the 10 gyms sit inside Goldsboro. The rest come from other towns inside 35 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.
Revolution Modern Martial Arts
“My son just in 3 months has gained confidence and so much more respect for hisself and others all thanks to Revolution!”
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EC Fitness -- Home of East Carolina Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
“The instructor is a very competent and mat-proven black belt and he runs a class-act school.”
Dong's Martial Arts School
“I have learned so much from Master Mercer and Master Treadwell, they are truly gifted individuals with more experience and knowledge than we could ever obtain.”
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Partners Taekwon-do
“Instructors know every child's name and white belts are treated with the same respect as black belts.”
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about gyms near Goldsboro
- “They teach self discipline, confidence, respect, and giving back to the community.” — from a review of Dong's Martial Arts School
- “Our daughter has found her passion! Thanks to Partners, she has strengthened her self-confidence and truly grown into a respectful, supportive, and disciplined young lady, friend, and human.” — from a review of Partners Taekwon-do
- “There's no doubt the confidence, discipline, and leadership skills he develops at Revolution will be cared with him throughout his life.” — from a review of Revolution Modern Martial Arts
- “The qualities we'd like him to have, like discipline and respect, are modelled and encouraged by knowledgeable, supportive, and caring instructors.” — from a review of Revolution Modern Martial Arts
Excerpts from public reviews of the gyms listed on this page.
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