Judo Center of Lancaster
“Sensei Eric is a wonderful instructor for children and very patient with all ability levels .”
Best Martial Arts Classes in Lancaster, PA
14 gyms listed · 4 in Lancaster · 8 open weekends · 13 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 26, 2026
Jiu Jitsu One
“The training is well focused and the instructors are very knowledgable and supportive.”
Kim Studio Of Tae Kwon Do
“That, combined with the family friendly and collegial environment make Kim Studio a great place to learn Tae Kwon Do.”
Second Nature Self Defense Options
“Crystal is a fantastic teacher, we appreciate her so much!”
Achieve Jiu Jitsu Academy
“The instructors are knowledgeable, patient, and always ensure that everyone feels comfortable and confident regardless of their skill level.”
Lancaster Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
“! I have noticed such a huge difference in his confidence and his self esteem”
The 14 gyms listed for Lancaster, PA 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: Lancaster, PA
4 of the 14 gyms we list are based in Lancaster; the other 10 serve Lancaster from towns including Lititz (8 mi), Ephrata (12 mi) and Millersville (4 mi). The gyms on this page are rated from 4.3 to 5.0 across 448 reviews; 2 have 50 or more reviews and 13 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "confidence", "atmosphere" and "skills". 8 are open on Saturdays and 3 on Sundays. 5 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 29 years. We have a website on file for all 14 of the gyms on this page; 10 publish a contact page; 10 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 Lancaster?
8 of the 14 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.
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Collective Jiu Jitsu
“I highly recommend this school to anyone living in the area or just passing through and wanting to train.”
Ephrata Martial Arts
“Super patient with the kiddos and really know how to keep them engaged!”
Rise Training Center
“It is not just fighting skills that are taught and learned under Will's coaching, life skills are also acquired here, such as the ability to think under stress, how the body works, and confidence in oneself.”
Lititz Martial Arts
“All of the instructors are dedicated to meeting each student where they are and are committed to seeing them succeed.”
Moxie Jiu Jitsu
“I walked into Rob's gym knowing nothing about jiu jitsu or martial arts.”
Advantage Taekwon-do
“The place is great, they have student tutors so everyone is kept up with and the instructor is knowledgeable, nice, and helpful.”
Riehl Martial Arts
“Training here will not only teach you a Korean style of martial arts known as Moo Duk Kwan, it will also help you understand the other aspects of martial arts (beyond self defense) that martial artists have focused on for generations.”
Mike Louie's Taekwon-Do School
“He's the only representative of the Chan Hun style of Taekwondo in the area.”
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