Long's Shotokan Karate Academy
“Longs Shotokan Karate is a fantastic place to train in a variety of martial arts, and learn valuable life skills.”
Best Martial Arts Classes in Independence, MO
15 gyms listed · 5 in Independence · 13 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified November 5, 2026
Akka Karate USA
“I wish I could give them more than 5 stars because they absolutely deserve a thousand stars!!”
Henrich's US Tae Kwon Do Martial Arts
“I am truly thankful for the safe and nurturing environment that the academy provides, which has enabled my sister to develop a deeper sense of self-awareness and connect with others who inspire her.”
Pirata Jiu Jitsu
“Whether you're looking for a family atmosphere, competition training, weight loss,or any other goal the staff at Pirata Jujitsu has you covered!”
Dancing Bear Martial Arts
“Been there for couple months and definitely the best classes I've had!!!”
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Fastkick Martial Arts Center
“My son has excelled due to the instructors and progressions of their belt advancements.”
The 15 gyms listed for Independence, MO 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: Independence, MO
5 of the 15 gyms we list are based in Independence; the other 10 serve Independence from towns including Blue Springs (7 mi), Lee's Summit (12 mi) and Kansas City (11 mi). The gyms on this page are rated from 4.7 to 5.0 across 1,428 reviews; 11 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "skills", "atmosphere" and "confidence". 13 are open on Saturdays and 5 on Sundays. 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 7 websites of the gyms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2005. 1 offers a free trial or consultation and 2 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 15 of the gyms on this page; 11 publish a contact page; 12 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 Independence 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.
Akka Karate Blue Springs
“AKKA Karate is a family friendly environment; the instructors and members are kind and helpful.”
Square One Jiu Jitsu Academy
“On top of that Josh is a top notch instructor that can explain very complex things with ease.”
Bodyfit KC
“Great spot to work out - I was traveling for work and had a great experience doing drop-in classes with VaVa”
Blue Springs Jiu-Jitsu
“He keeps the classes friendly and fun while bringing a perspective that is the culmination of training in a range of martial arts”
Sharkbait's MMA & Jiu Jitsu Academy
“There is a vast range of competition, and is friendly to beginners if that's where you are.”
Vertical Taekwondo
“Amazing instructor great with the kids they all love it here”
Cast Iron Bjj
“It has made me realize that kids have their whole life to compete and sometimes its about the journey and learning to lose.”
Glory MMA & Fitness
“Grandson goes her & staff is great”
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Gracie Humaita Jiu-Jitsu Kansas City
“Great instructors too, and one thing that is different in a good way is that they work alot of wrestling and takedowns.”
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