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Odyssey Training Center San Diego
“Great beginner class, helpful with learning the moves and practicing.”
Best Martial Arts Classes near La Mesa, CA
2 of these gyms are based in La Mesa; the others serve La Mesa from San Diego (7 mi).
all 15 open weekends · 14 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
Jiu Jitsu Foundation
“The owners are super nice and I've never sparred against someone that I believe was trying to cause me harm.”
Golden Rishi Qigong & Tai Chi
“The integrity and skills of the master and instructors are high - the potential of the practice demonstrated.”
Gracie Jiu Jitsu La Mesa
“I've been attending the 5 am class at Gracie Humaita La Mesa and it's been an incredible experience.”
San Diego Wushu Center
“Great place for kids to learn martial art, make new friends, very positive role models......”
City Boxing
“Great gym been there since 2012 and gets you in fit really good if you want to get fit”
The 15 gyms listed for La Mesa, 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: La Mesa, CA
The 15 gyms on this page are rated from 4.2 to 5.0 across 4,862 reviews; 12 have 50 or more reviews and 14 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "skills", "atmosphere" and "community". All 15 are open on Saturdays and 5 on Sundays. 3 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 11 websites of the gyms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2000. 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; 13 publish a contact page; 10 list a public email and 10 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 La Mesa?
2 of the 15 gyms sit inside La Mesa. The rest come from other towns inside 15 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.
10th Planet San Diego Jiu Jitsu and Training Center
“Richie is the coolest dude ever, along with Joe and Jacob, top notch jujitsu classes.”
Atos Jiu Jitsu HQ
“Would recommend it to everyone and anyone wanting to learn or improve their jiu jitsu skills!”
THE Arena
“Everyone was super nice and super patient.”
Impact Krav Maga Self-Defense
“I have noticed a huge difference in my ability to protect myself, my situational awareness has improved and even my confidence in knowing I can take care of myself has grown!”
Alliance Jiu Jitsu San Diego
“The gym has everyone from world class athletes to jiu jitsu enthusiasts, so this is the place for anyone wanting to improve their jiu jitsu game!”
99 Jiu-Jitsu HQ
“World renowned Professor and top notch instructors, extremely talented competition team, and always a friendly and welcoming training environment.”
American Boxing Muay Thai & Fitness
“Unique small class structure which allows the head trainer Kru Dave to give his students expert coaching & attention.”
Legion American Jiu Jitsu San Diego
“Incredible gym, the coach's are amazing incredibly blessed to train here 💯 …”
Sunny Dojo
“Professor Morgan made me feel very welcome and took the time to explain and demonstrate techniques.”
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