Midwest Thaiboxing Academy
“Martial arts gyms can be intimidating to enter into, and everyone there is extremely friendly & willing to help so the tension you normally feel walking into a martial arts gym is non existent.”
Best Martial Arts Classes in Kalamazoo, MI
11 gyms listed · 6 in Kalamazoo · 9 open weekends · all 11 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 17, 2026
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Alliance AZO Martial Arts Training Center LLC
“Whether you're aiming to compete, searching for a fresh and exhilarating workout, or wanting to develop skills in martial arts, AZO has it all.”
Trinity Martial Arts Kalamazoo
“Their best fighters, who are elite, are the first to reach out to young and new members to help them learn.”
U.s.a. Tae Kwon Do Inc.
“I will tell you Master Mhammed has not only helped me tone and lose weight I have learned the art which comes with respect and patience.”
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Kalamazoo Aikikai–mitsubachi Dojo
“I really have loved learning under Roo Sensei.”
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Dojo of the Risen Son
“Awesome Dojo, Great Team of instructors!”
The 11 gyms listed for Kalamazoo, MI 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: Kalamazoo, MI
6 of the 11 gyms we list are based in Kalamazoo; the other 5 serve Kalamazoo from towns including Portage (5 mi), Richland (10 mi) and Mattawan (11 mi). The gyms on this page are rated from 4.8 to 5.0 across 325 reviews; 2 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "atmosphere", "skills" and "confidence". 9 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. 1 has 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 2001. 1 is family- or locally-owned. We have a website on file for all 11 of the gyms on this page; 5 publish a contact page; 6 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 Kalamazoo?
9 of the 11 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.
Chung's Martial Arts Academy
“Master Paul runs a great program with many opportunities for the students to experience competitions and weekly progress in their journey.”
Kalamazoo BJJ
“Have been training here for 1 year now and love it, had no prior experience and I felt really welcomed immediately.”
Walker's Tae Kwon Do Academy
“So warm and welcoming, with lots of hard work, and comitment by all !!”
Sabumnim Martial Arts Academy
“He goes out of his way to help students achieve thier goals.”
U.S. Martial Arts Plainwell
“Jerry is extremely knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely cares about your needs!”
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