Pride Martial Arts
“Great team of instructors who make the experience fun and take time to make sure children leave the center happy.”
Best Martial Arts Classes in Kansas City, MO
16 gyms listed · all 16 in Kansas City · 13 open weekends · all 16 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 21, 2026
Kick Martial Arts & Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Kansas City
“Good for learning self defense and how to protect yourself and others.”
Hero Martial Arts
“My life has changed for the better and I only wish I had done this when I was younger I'm grateful and blessed to be a part of the Hero family”
Bodyfit KC
“They have so much to offer , I can't wait to try the classes”
Warriors Academy KC
“6 months in and not a single complaint, great place to push yourself and meet awesome people!”
Wildfire Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
“For folks new to the sport, everyone at Wildfire is eager to help you learn jui-jitsu, whether you're looking for a new martial art or never done one before in your life.”
The 16 gyms listed for Kansas City, 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: Kansas City, MO
All 16 gyms we list here are in Kansas City itself. We have 20 gyms in Kansas City on file; this page shows the highest-rated 16. The gyms on this page are rated from 4.7 to 5.0 across 733 reviews; 4 have 50 or more reviews. When students and parents rate these gyms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (88%), quality (88%) and communication (71%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "confidence", "skills" and "knowledge". 13 are open on Saturdays. 9 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 28 years. 3 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 16 of the gyms on this page; 13 publish a contact page; 12 list a public email and 4 take bookings online. We count these figures across the gyms on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the gym before you enroll.
Which gyms listed for Kansas City show a timetable online?
All 16 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.
Baer Swords School of Western Martial Arts
“I had no idea it was an actual sport with such detailed rules and scoring.”
Master Shin's Academy Tae Kwon Do
“Master Shin is great at meeting students where they're at and also encouraging them to do even better.”
Self-Defense Global KC
“They will be use you to do your best but understand that beginners will not go as hard or fast as experienced students.”
Integrity Martial Arts Academy
“They are very welcoming and make the kid's strive to be better not just physically but mentally and spiritually.”
Ryushinkan
“It's a very laid back atmosphere with an emphasis on mechanics and understanding; not rank and competition.”
Chuan Fa Martial Arts Academy
“Our son was a bit hesitant initially, but the instructor, as well as the other kids and parents, were patient and encouraging.”
Shin Do Ryu Karate
“Been attending the adult class with Yuriy for a few years now and I enjoy the class.”
POW Martial Arts
“His doctor has been so pleased with the increase in mobility achieved by attending POW, we were able to discontinue PT.”
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Grupo Axé Capoeira Kansas City
“I was in the best shape of my life!”
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