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Bay Area Fight Academy
“The first couple of weeks I came out sore, but as he taught me how to lift and position my body while performing various exercises, I became knowledgeable enough to safely perform them on my own.”
Best Martial Arts Classes in Hayward, CA
24 gyms listed · 5 in Hayward · 21 open weekends · all 24 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 21, 2026
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Mindset Martial Arts & Fitness
“This place has change my whole life both physical and mentally this was and still is the best choice ive made in my life so far the vibe is awesome also there Brazilian jiu jitsu class is just amazing!”
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Edge Training Center
“The emphasis on safety is evident in every class, and coupled with the humble and friendly demeanor of all the students, it creates a truly exceptional experience.”
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Impact Martial Arts
“Always Positive and Uncle John's teaching style helps to promotes self confidence.”
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Thomas Martial Arts & Fitness Academy
“My son loves to come here, we have seeing additional benefits besides keeping him active he had gained body control and he is more confident.”
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10th Planet Jiu Jitsu San Mateo
- Atmosphere
- Check
- Grappling
“Before I joined I was really worried about finding a place that had a good balance between being "good with kids" while not sacrificing the quality and rigor of teaching an effective martial art.”
The 24 gyms listed for Hayward, 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: Hayward, CA
5 of the 24 gyms we list are based in Hayward; the other 19 serve Hayward from towns including Pleasanton (11 mi), Redwood City (12 mi) and Oakland (13 mi). The gyms on this page are rated from 4.5 to 5.0 across 1,289 reviews; 8 have 50 or more reviews. When students and parents rate these gyms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (90%), quality (83%) and value (83%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "skills", "atmosphere" and "confidence". 20 are open on Saturdays and 8 on Sundays. 3 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 18 websites of the gyms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1999. 6 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 24 of the gyms on this page; 20 publish a contact page; 18 list a public email and 8 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 Hayward?
21 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.
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Mach Martial Arts
“The instructors are positive role models and provide a supportive atmosphere - enough discipline for steady improvement, but also a lot of fun to keep kids engaged and wanting to come back.”
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Mixed Martial Arts Bravo Zulu
- Shape
- Train
- Striking
“I'm so thankful that I found this place for my kids, after weeks looking for a place for my kids to train finally I decided to stop by one day and talked to coach Nick about my kids and if he can accept them and right away he was very clear that he d...”
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Jue's Taekwon-do
- Studio
- Kickboxing
- Motivating
“Apparently you don't understand training if you ever spent any time training in the military you would understand you cant train like you are going to a powder puff derby when you train to win you train to “”win”””
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DO Martial Arts
- Son
- Skills
- Happy
“They have a flexible schedule and skill levels, but even when working with young children, they are very patient and you can see how much they love engaging with students young and old.”
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Kungfu Dragon USA — Pleasanton
“Every time when I watched the kids in the class, Shifu encourages and disciplines the students with humor, and this is the main reason that my boys love the school and their Shifus!”
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Baem Jiu Jitsu
- Environment
- Skills
- Drilling
“Baem Jiu Jitsu is an amazing place to train BJJ whether you are a beginning white belt looking to start your martial arts journey or a competitive black belt looking to always improve your self defense game.”
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Karate For Kids Programs/ Martial Arts America
“He emphasizes focus and attention in his teaching and I learn something new in every one of his classes, whether it's a new variation on technique or a better way to execute it.”
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Pallen's Martial Arts
“This is a very family oriented business that really helps its community especially young kids build their confidence, teach them perseverance, discipline, focus, and mostly respect.”
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Alameda Aikikai
“Mitsu Sensei is extremely clean with his instructions, makes sure the students are being personally challenged without being pushed too far, and utilizes his background in physical therapy to make sure everyone is practicing safely.”
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Aikido of Alamo
- Community
“Sensei Berg is not only a phenomenal martial arts instructor, he has helped me become a better person in every facet of my life, through learning to practice Aikido and the concepts embedded within it.”
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Crispim BJJ Barra Brothers
- Skills
- MMA
- Learn
“We've been to other gyms/academy's and although they all claim to have a family atmosphere none can compare to Crispim BJJ Barra Brothers in Pleasanton.”
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Powerhouse Gym Elite
- Dogs
- Weights
- Self Defense
“Prior to joining, I did a fair amount of research on other local gyms (equipment, atmospheres, staff, parking and prices) this by far met my expectations and more.”
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Sensation Mixed Martial Arts
- Teach
- Atmosphere
- Wisdom
“Not only does he have UFC in his resume, he is a family man first and understands the value of camaraderie and togetherness, which is what you'll feel like after each workout session.”
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Norcal Mudo
- Taekwondo
- Knowledge
- Self Conscious
“His experience with traditional and non-traditional styles give his students a diverse pool of techniques to learn from that can really encourage creativity and adaptability in their execution.”
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Bay Area Martial Arts
- Sensei
- Age
- Train
“After my first couple years of training I understood the meaning of true knowledge and made sure whether it was in school or elsewhere that I took the time to understand what was being taught to me so that I could proudly say that I knew it.”
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Peninsula Self Defense
- Learn
- Feel
- Respect
“Eric the instructor is one of the most gifted teachers I have ever had the pleasure of taking a class with, he's very detail oriented, has superb technique and is genuinely passionate about helping people get better at BJJ every time you step on the ...”
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West Coast World Martial Arts
- Discipline
- Skills
- Studio
“In addition to having you time, it's a great program that offer my kids a great activity outside of the home to work on skills that they can develop early and practice it throughout life from being patient to maximizing their efforts and having the w...”
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Rio Combat Team
- Competition
- Knowledge
- Black Belt
“The instructions cover everything from moves that are easily applicable to highly technical, and everything in between, which is great for students who want to learn a wide range of skills.”
Martial Arts Training Services in Hayward, CA Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$91
Maximum cost
$459
National Average
$145
Avg Per Hour Rates
$61
$121
$181
Typical price range is based on 408 cost profiles
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