Lion's Way Martial Arts
“I've been attending the Cambo adult classes for a month now and I couldn't be happier.”
Best Martial Arts Classes near Kent, WA
2 of these gyms are based in Kent; the others serve Kent from towns including Renton (6 mi), Seattle (17 mi) and Federal Way (8 mi).
10 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Velocity Taekwondo Center LLC
“Also, parking is super easy, rates are really reasonable, and they offer after school pick up programs and lots of camps and things.”
Heva BJJ
“Whether you're a long time Jiu Jitsu-er or a newbie like me, I cannot recommend this place enough!”
The Academy of Kempo Martial Arts
“Bell really made my niece and nephew really comfortable and got them out of their comfort zone.”
Success Martial Arts
“My child has been learning here for over 3 years now, and absolutely loves it.”
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Muok Boxing
“There are people here who have only trained a few months but you would never be able to tell since the coaches really work with people to get them proficient fast and improve them at a good pace.”
The 15 gyms listed for Kent, WA 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: Kent, WA
The 15 gyms on this page are rated from 4.7 to 5.0 across 1,260 reviews; 11 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "community", "skills" and "atmosphere". 10 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. 9 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 31 years. 1 is family- or locally-owned and 3 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; 11 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.
Why are some gyms here outside Kent?
2 of the 15 gyms sit inside Kent. The rest come from other towns inside 20 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.
Ruffhouse
“My daughter and I have been there for a year and we absolutely love it.”
Fairwood Martial Arts
“That's good place for kids to learn self defense skills and more strength to own.”
Seattle Capoeira Center
“Here you will find friendship, a connection to Capoeira and it's rich culture, and find yourself becoming a healthier and happier person.”
Counterforce Taekwondo Burien
“There were about 5 team members assisting with the party and they had plenty of activities planned that kept all the kids (and adults) having fun for the entire party”
Auburn Martial Arts Center
“They are great with kids and really believe in what they are teaching.”
Master Shon's Black Belt USA
“Master Shon's black belt school teaches young people honor as well as self defense.”
Seattle Jiu-Jitsu Academy
“The instructor was easy to understand and gave a wonderful step by step approach to the training”
Washington Han Mu Do
“Great people, great values, my kids love attending class they greet every kid like Rockstars.”
Gracie Barra Issaquah
“The guys and girls that he has over there are top notch sparring partners that are incredibly tough but not out to kill you.”
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