1st Class Martial Arts
“My son been there for a little a year and he loves it built up some confidence.”
Best Martial Arts Classes near Hawthorne, CA
3 of these gyms are based in Hawthorne; the others serve Hawthorne from towns including Torrance (6 mi), Los Angeles (14 mi) and Culver City (7 mi).
12 open weekends · 14 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Rodrigo Freitas Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
“When I am not feeling too confident in my game or myself I have people to lean on in particular Professor Rodrigo and Gabriel.”
10th Planet Jiu Jitsu: Torrance
“Had a really good workout here and coach Kay was extremely helpful and accommodating.”
Lion's Pride Kung Fu
“The attention to detail is really impressive, and the class sizes are perfect for receiving personal correction and instruction, without being under constant scrutiny.”
Steve Fisher Karate Studio
“A very nice place, they are like a family”
Yoseikan Aikido & Judo
“Place to learn meditation, self defense, self confidence and bring out the best version of yourself.”
The 15 gyms listed for Hawthorne, CA 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: Hawthorne, CA
The 15 gyms on this page are rated from 4.3 to 5.0 across 860 reviews; 9 have 50 or more reviews and 14 are rated 4.5 or higher. When students and parents rate these gyms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (94%), quality (94%) and communication (75%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "knowledge", "atmosphere" and "community". 12 are open on Saturdays and 4 on Sundays. 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. 9 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 47 years. 3 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 14 of the gyms on this page; 10 publish a contact page; 13 list a public email and 6 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 Hawthorne?
3 of the 15 gyms sit inside Hawthorne. 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.
Carranza Tae Kwondo
“My son is 7 years old there and it has been a great achievement to be there in many ways, thank you!!!”
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California Mixed Martial Arts
“I have really appreciated the focus on skill, but even more so on character – good sportsmanship, kindness, respect, etc.”
10th Planet Jiu Jitsu
“The head coach Scott is amazing, loves what he does and really puts time into his student & gym.”
Beverly Hills Jiu-Jitsu Club
“I highly recommend for anyone looking for a great discipline for their kids - Marcus works them out and makes it fun while doing it.”
Machida Karate Academy
“They make it fun for the kids, but still work on fundamentals.”
Alliance
“With a friendly staff, expert coaches and an nice inclusive environment they have made the experience of training regularly the part of the day that I look forward to.”
Revolution Martial Arts & Jiu Jitsu
“Since my first day stepping on the mat Sensei Jeff and the amazing coaches at Revolution Martial Arts have provided me with a sense of belonging and a new purpose.”
Meraki
“The facility is immaculate (design, cleanliness, locker rooms), the staff is amazing and the instruction led by Prof Jason is top notch.”
Sky Martial Arts L.A.
“Master Jeon and Instructor Henry are absolutely amazing and a great combination of discipline and respect all while having fun and learning!!”
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What students and parents say about gyms near Hawthorne
- “My older child has been taking classes here for nearly a year and has shown a lot of improvement with discipline, sportsmanship and body control.” — from a review of Sky Martial Arts L.A.
- “Amazing place to train. The instruction is phenomenal, and there is a great vibe to the gym-- great rolling with a variety of people and belt ranks.” — from a review of Meraki
- “The head coach, Marcus, who holds the impressive rank of a Coral belt (7th degree black belt), provided world-class instruction that focused on intricate details and control.” — from a review of Beverly Hills Jiu-Jitsu Club
- “Our boys (9 and 7) absolutely love it! The exercise, discipline, and the skills the staff teaches are fantastic.” — from a review of 1st Class Martial Arts
- “This is the best place to train! Top-level instruction from an experienced 6th degree jiu jitsu black belt and judo black belt.” — from a review of Beverly Hills Jiu-Jitsu Club
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