Yong-In Master An's Tae Kwondo
“His patience and encouragement has given my child a whole new set of skills to be a better student, friend, and participate at home!”
Best Martial Arts Classes in Goodyear, AZ
24 gyms listed · 6 in Goodyear · 15 open weekends · 23 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
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“This was a great opportunity for our son to engage with other students his age, as well as other ages.”
Master Haydar's Black Belt Academy
“It's definitely NOT a "Mc Dojo" type situation where the instructor is just pushing you through your belts and paces to get more money.”
Edward Chavez Kenpo Karate Institute LLC
“I highly encourage any woman out there to sign up for the monthly Women's Self-Defense seminars, but also regular classes”
Kick University
“Our son is very shy and quiet and in the 2 months he has been there he has become more outgoing and more confident.”
Castillo's Taekwondo
“Great pricing and you are part of a family here.”
The 24 gyms listed for Goodyear, AZ 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: Goodyear, AZ
6 of the 24 gyms we list are based in Goodyear; the other 18 serve Goodyear from towns including Avondale (9 mi), Glendale (23 mi) and Tempe (26 mi). The gyms on this page are rated from 4.2 to 5.0 across 1,954 reviews; 16 have 50 or more reviews and 23 are rated 4.5 or higher. When students and parents rate these gyms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (90%), quality (89%) and communication (81%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "confidence", "atmosphere" and "skills". 15 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. 16 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 42 years. 1 is family- or locally-owned and 4 list coupons or special offers. 1 has Spanish-speaking staff. We have a website on file for 23 of the gyms on this page; 14 publish a contact page; 13 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.
Are weekend martial arts classes listed for Goodyear?
15 of the 24 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.
Ki-Senshi Martial Arts
“I've gained a lot of experience going to the classes and have build strong friendships.”
Sardinha Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
“Great place for kids and adults of all skill levels to learn and improve on life skills.”
Sentosa Martial Arts and Fitness
“I absolutely recommend bringing your kids here if they want to learn Muay Thai.”
Abunai MMA
“I've come from two other gyms and this is one that I like to call my home come join and be part of the fam”
Lee's ATA Martial Arts
“The staff and fellow students have provided a wonderful environment for our children to gain confidence, create goals, and both train and demonstrate their abilities.”
No Surrender Athletics
“They are passionate about what they do and truly passionate about guiding and helping people along the way.”
Far East Martial Arts & Fitness
“The most important thing they taught me is to be kind, make friends, don't let anyone feel left out, and be respectful.”
Paradise Valley School Of Karate
“The teachers have the perfect balance of structure & authority with compassion and a genuine interest in supporting each student's individual needs.”
Ucelo Martial Arts Glendale
“The instructors here are amazing, but what makes them stand out most is their eagerness to improve.”
Sunshine's Boxing
“This place is more than just a place to go workout, it becomes a family!”
Legendary Martial Arts
“My 6 year old has been consistently taking classes for over a month now and in that month ive seen him grow confidence, gain focus and be excited to learn new skills.”
Black Flag Submission Co.
“I've noticed I huge boost in his self confidence along with his wrestling.”
Peoria Championship Martial Arts LLC
“They do a monthly event on a Friday night to grow the comradery between the students.”
JAB Fitness
“I've also had a great time getting to know my fellow classmates and truly feel like I'm part of a fun little family.”
Alliance Scottsdale Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy
“Whether you're looking to try something new, learn self defense, or become a better competitor this gym is a great option.”
Phoenix JKD Institute
“I am a beginner and learning advanced techniques right away, getting to practice with everybody.”
Ucelo Martial Arts Phoenix
“From the time I called, to visiting Monica was super pleasant and even called to remind me to bring my son to try it out!”
Uneed Martial Arts
“The knowledge we gain and share certainly will impact your life; it's not all punching and kicking!”
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