Soulcraft Martial Arts
“I have been training in Soulcraft for about 7 months and it's been an exceptional experience.”
Best Martial Arts Classes in Hamden, CT
15 gyms listed · 5 in Hamden · 11 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
Hwang's School of Tae Kwon DO
“Can't recommend this place enough for developing confidence , coordination and discipline.”
Apex Krav Maga
“My confidence has never been higher and I feel more safe in my everyday life.”
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Bashta's Martial Arts
“Bashtas martial arts has helped me with my karate and I think everyone should go there.”
Academy of Kempo Martial Arts
Ultimate MMA & Jiu-Jitsu Training Center
“My son has a blast and looks forward to it every week.”
The 15 gyms listed for Hamden, CT 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: Hamden, CT
5 of the 15 gyms we list are based in Hamden; the other 10 serve Hamden from towns including Wallingford (7 mi), New Haven (6 mi) and North Haven (3 mi). The gyms on this page are rated from 4.5 to 5.0 across 658 reviews; 5 have 50 or more reviews. When students and parents rate these gyms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (87%), quality (83%) and communication (67%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "atmosphere", "skills" and "confidence". 11 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. 12 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 29 years. 5 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 15 of the gyms on this page; 13 publish a contact page; 9 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.
Which gyms listed for Hamden show a timetable online?
All 15 gyms have a website on file. The useful ones name the instructor against each slot and mark which classes take beginners. A site built around the founder's rank and a contact form tells you nothing about the Tuesday night you would actually be standing in.
Jitsu Academy
“Jitsu Academy is a place where the whole family can come to learn jujitsu in a safe,friendly environment.”
Performance Combat MMA
“Coach Mike is very knowledgeable and great with both the kids and adults, from training in the various disciplines, correlating techniques to self-defense vs competition, to fighter preparation and really knowing the regional fight scene.”
CT Krav Maga & MMA
“You do not need to have prior experience in martial arts to join, but if you do this is a great place to cross train.”
World Champion Tae Kwon Do
“They have been so generous and supportive with the newly reestablished Yale Taekwondo team and are such a crucial part of our Yale TKD experience.”
East Rock World Champion Taekwondo
“Great for your child to learn discipline, confidence, respect, fitness and skills for life.”
Baran's Kenpo Karate
“Their instructors are top notch and amazing teachers.”
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Olympic Taekwondo Academy
“My son is a student here for the last 5+ years and it has been a great experience for him.”
Jiu Jitsu Life SCA LLC
“Fantastic workout facility, Brian is hands on and makes sure you don't overdue you capabilities, he's a consummate professional in all regards.”
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Prospect Martial Arts
“Levesque and his team of instructors are compassionate, knowledgeable, and tailor instruction to meet your individual child's needs.”
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