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Lexington Jiu-Jitsu & Fitness
- Community
- Train
- Trip
“Joined Lexington Jiu Jitsu and Fitness two years ago, it has been one of the best experiences of my life to learn under Michael and all the great coaches.”
Best Martial Arts Classes in Lexington, KY
24 gyms listed · 9 in Lexington · 12 open weekends · all 24 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
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Eagle Martial Arts Lexington
- Cardio
- Son
- Karate
“In a time when so many people compromise the craft (and technique) to keep up with trendy & popular gimmicks Mr Nelson stands as an unwavering defender of the Taekwondo martial art.”
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Kenpo Karate LLC
“Don't miss out on the chance to learn something that truly has the highest quality instruction and will change you for the better.”
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Lexington Academy of Martial Arts
“I can't say enough about the hard work and dedication the instructors put forth to meet students where they are and tailor instruction to meet the needs of everyone.”
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Dr. Kim's World Taekwondo Academy and Martial Arts
“I have also been impressed with the testing for belts as having outside instructors come in for Black Belt testing made our family feel that the belt was earned and not bought.”
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Brian Chewning's Getraw Martial Arts
- Courage
- Learning
- Respect
“One of the best parenting decisions we made was to enroll them, not only because of what she's learning outwardly, but because of what is being sown into her character.”
The 24 gyms listed for Lexington, KY 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: Lexington, KY
9 of the 24 gyms we list are based in Lexington; the other 15 serve Lexington from towns including Richmond (23 mi), Lexington-Fayette (2 mi) and Nicholasville (11 mi). The gyms on this page are rated from 4.6 to 5.0 across 898 reviews; 7 have 50 or more reviews. When students and parents rate these gyms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (94%), quality (89%) and communication (85%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "confidence", "skills" and "atmosphere". 11 are open on Saturdays and 3 on Sundays. 1 lists staff certifications (CPR). Domain records put 13 websites of the gyms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1997. 4 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 21 of the gyms on this page; 19 publish a contact page; 12 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.
Why are some gyms here outside Lexington?
9 of the 24 gyms sit inside Lexington. The rest come from other towns inside 25 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.
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Martial Arts USA (Fayette Mall Location)
“First of all, after school, there are activities such as eating snacks with the students, studying, exercising, and teaching other students about leadership.”
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Hybrid Martial Arts & Fitness
- Kickboxing
- Son
“My son has been training here for about 22 months, he started here with no striking experience at all and has already won a national championship and finished 3rd at the worlds.”
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Krav Maga Kentucky
- Values
- Understanding
- Judo
“It was a bit more of an exercise then I expected but everyone was really nice and it's a fun atmosphere i've only been to two classes so far I will definitely be going back 😀 I'm already more confident than I was before I went …”
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Crawford's Tae Kwon Do
- Respect
- Competition
- Goals
“If you are looking to better yourself, get your kids on a physical fitness program that teaches respect and self-confidence, or just want a great workout that teaches a skill, then Crawford's Tae Kwon Do is the program for you.”
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Ronin Karate & MMA
“Head instructor Richard is very knowledgeable about different disciplines within the martial arts and always gives his students the one on one guidance they need.”
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Reaction MMA and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
- Compete
- Train
- Atmosphere
“Place where people act like they have been outside of there house before, everyone is given respect, the training and competition for someone who wants to improve there life there is no better!”
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Lion's Pride Martial Arts
- Individual
- Karate
- Studio
“Although both children and adults alike have fun learning new techniques and forms, they are also gaining lifelong skills that can help them be healthier and happier people.”
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Georgetown Kung Fu & Tai Chi
“Friendly staff and wonderful form of exercise.”
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Elevate Academy of Martial Arts
- Discipline
- Confidence
“Since my daughter has started his class, she has become more patient with herself, as well as her self esteem and confidence have improved tremendously!”
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Allegiance Martial Arts
- Learned
- Son
- Confidence
“It's also easy for parents of kids with multiple ages when everyone can do it!!”
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The Martial Way
- Knowledge
- Self Defense
- Learn
“He learned from second generation masters that makes him the 3rd generation which means all the knowledge is fresh and brand new before it passed on more and easily get lost.”
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AFS Academy of Martial Arts
- Fitness
- Environment
- Knowledge
“AFS/10TH planet is a great place to train martial arts/fitness weather you are a beginner looking for self-defense or a professional preparing for a fight they have coaches to help you achieve your goal whatever it maybe”
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Elite Martial Arts-Richmond
- After School Program
- Skills
- Karate
“The kids have fun while also learning great life skills, and the staff stays engaged with them whether they are in the classrooms or on the floor with Mr.”
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Frankfort Martial Arts
“Ginger is really good he's the nicest person I have ever met in my life I go to Hearne Elementary and when I'm done I go to karate and I just love it it is the best place to go and it's very cheap but the lessons are great”
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Pilot View Taekwon-do
- Belt
- Discipline
- Adults
“They not only study basic self defense and fighting disciplines, but they are studying an art as well, mixed with self respect, manners and discipline.”
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Gin Ryu (Silver Dragon) Martial Arts Academy LLC
- Shihan
- Learn
“He insures in his teaching, that his students not only have a wonderful and rewarding training experience, but are provided with a sense of self-confidence and good leadership skills.”
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Richmond School of Karate
“I have been taking karate for about 10 years in total and I have been at the Richmond School of Karate for almost 7 years and it's one of the best karate school I have been too and I absolutely love it there because they have a great environment to b...”
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MCC Jiu Jitsu
- Wrestling
- MMA
- Learn
“Hey I've never been here but I'm coming about the beginning of the year but I have a question I'm 14 and I like hand to hand combat as well as submission holds will I be able to join this class at my age”
Martial Arts Training Services in Lexington, KY Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$93
Maximum cost
$469
National Average
$148
Avg Per Hour Rates
$62
$124
$185
Typical price range is based on 429 cost profiles
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