Best Martial Arts and Combat Sports Classes in Lexington, SC

Handpicked from 101 vetted & reviewed Martial Arts Training gyms in the Lexington area, discover the top 5 elite providers among the selected group of 24 finalists.

Black Tiger Tae Kwon Do

Black Tiger Tae Kwon Do

(50)
“Master black has great communication with parents and he is very nice and easy to talk too he is also very easy to work with for example money, scheduling and communication Positive Communication”
In Business Since 2020
728 A, W Main St, Lexington, SC 29072
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Vitali Family Karate

Vitali Family Karate

(46)
  • Self-Control
  • Confidence
  • Respect
“The instructors knew my son's name after only one class; they really put time and effort into making every kid feel welcomed and apart of something great.”
In Business Since 2013
108 Scarborough Dr D2, Lexington, SC 29072
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Columbia Martial Arts and Fitness

Columbia Martial Arts and Fitness

(47)
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Lexington and West Columbia Areas Since 1993, Filipino Martial Arts and Wing Chun Kung fu
“He isn't very athletic and this has given him the ability to grow his confidence while practicing skills that will translate into all areas of his life, including other sports if he chooses to pursue that later.”
In Business Since 2005
Family Business
Coupons & Offers
239 Two Notch Rd, Lexington, SC 29073
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Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Lexington

Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Lexington

(21)
Martial Arts & Self-Defense
“I felt John Carter did a good job organizing the classes and ensuring the entire student body was learning and practicing for the majority of the allotted time (as opposed to working with a single student at a time as I've seen at other martial arts ...”
In Business Since 2003
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Accepts All Major Credit Cards, Check
1216 W Main St, Lexington, SC 29072
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Black Belt 4 Life

Black Belt 4 Life

(6)
  • Discipline
“I was looking for someone who knew what they were doing, was great with kids, but firm so as they would be taught respect, discipline, karate and have a great time learning.”
In Business Since 2014
Coupons & Offers
711 E Main St Suite A3, Lexington, SC 29072
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Best of 2024

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Minimum Overall Score
95 (100)
Minimum Reputation Rank
97.8 Percentile
All of our award winners are based on identifiable facts - reviews, performance, and experience - collected by scientific means. We use this data to assess each business’s essential features, weighting them according to their importance to customers.
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Prominent finalists
Palmetto Kenpo Karate

Palmetto Kenpo Karate

(14)
  • Learn
  • Confidence
  • Self Discipline
“Pete is an awesome teacher and does a wonderful job imparting self defense technique & skills and instills self confidence & disciple among the students!”
In Business Since 2012
1070 S Lake Dr STE E, Lexington, SC 29073
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Powerhouse MMA

Powerhouse MMA

(5)
  • The Environment
“The environment of the gym and its members is such a great community, very encouraging and supportive, and won't let you get stuck in your comfort zone.”
In Business Since 2021
Transparent Fees & Pricing
5483 Sunset Blvd Suite J, Lexington, SC 29072
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Genova Family Karate

Genova Family Karate

(3)
“Our boys had a great time learning martial arts there, but they also learned respect, responsibility, and work ethic lessons that have persisted long beyond the instruction itself.”
In Business Since 2017
Family Business
169 US-378 #9173, Lexington, SC 29072
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Lam Tang Kung Fu Academy

Lam Tang Kung Fu Academy

(10)
  • Learn
  • Tai Chi
  • Atmosphere
“Lam Tang offers a rare opportunity to learn authentic kung fu from some of the most proven and storied lineages in Chinese martial arts (Lam Sai Wing, Tang Fung, and Sun Lu Tang) from a recognized disciple of these family systems.”
In Business Since 2005
101-G Summer Duck Tr, Lexington, SC 29072
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Fortress Martial Arts and Fitness

Fortress Martial Arts and Fitness

(2)
“Sensei Jason is so patient and a great encourager to all the children!”
1812 Augusta Hwy, Lexington, SC 29072
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Spartan Academy Mixed Martial Arts

Spartan Academy Mixed Martial Arts

(48)
  • Mats
  • BJJ
  • Atmosphere
“We first looked into it for one of our children with a learning disability to help with self control and discipline, and not only found an amazing Professor and other teachers for his needs, but also ended up signing our other child and my husband a...”
In Business Since 2013
6169 St Andrews Rd Suite 130, Columbia, SC
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Capital Karate

Capital Karate

(49)
“Coming from a fellow martial arts instructor who has over 20 years in the industry I can personally vouch that when you train with him you are not just getting punches and kicks, but are are going to learn respect, discipline, and truly how to defend...”
In Business Since 2011
Accepts All Major Credit Cards, Check, Debit
Licensed, BBB Rating: A+
2728 Rosewood Dr, Columbia, SC
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The Karate Dojo

The Karate Dojo

(46)
“I also really appreciate all of the safety protocols they have in place; I'm so glad we've found such a great place for summer and after school care plus classes.”
In Business Since 2002
Serving Lexington Area
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TNT Martial Arts & Fitness

TNT Martial Arts & Fitness

(48)
“Amazing leadership and responsibility has been two main qualities that I love and see from TNT martial arts and fitness my 12 year old daughter has joined this and hasn't even been in there class that long and is already becoming more of a respectful...”
In Business Since 2020
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Serving Lexington Area
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Lycan Mixed Martial Arts

Lycan Mixed Martial Arts

(50)
  • Grappling
  • Competitor
  • Culture
“Lycan MMA is an incredible Gym with world class instructors and coach's, Nadir Tannir and his team produce incredible athletes who show great sportsmanship/growth on and off the mats, if you're in the area I highly recommend you stop in for a session...”
In Business Since 2020
1916 Taylor St, Columbia, SC
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Deep Waters Jiu Jitsu

Deep Waters Jiu Jitsu

(38)
  • BJJ
  • Belt
  • Environment
“The instruction is great and no one trains with an ego, they just want to make themselves and their training partners better, which is a top quality in a gym that i prefer.”
In Business Since 2017
1901 Hampton St, Columbia, SC
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Universal School of Karate

Universal School of Karate

(35)
  • Belt
  • Sensei
  • Environment
“You WON'T be told your child is the 'chosen one' who then needs extra instruction and extra clothing and plastic weapons forged in the spirit plane that all cost at least 4 times what you expected to be paying per month in an unbreakable contract.”
In Business Since 2018
Serving Lexington Area
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Balance Martial Arts

Balance Martial Arts

(24)
  • Meditation
  • Learn
  • Health
“But those are just some of the physical benefits of showing up and working hard here -- I have also grown into a much more patient and open-minded student as well as a leader, and I have seen others do the same.”
In Business Since 2023
515 Superior St, Columbia, SC
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Elite Martial Arts

Elite Martial Arts

(6)
“The lead instructor ( Jimmy Sherman) has over 30 years of martial arts training and does an outstanding job of teaching and sharing his experience with others.”
In Business Since 2021
Transparent Fees & Pricing
201 Columbia Mall Blvd suite 239, Columbia, SC
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Wing Chun

Wing Chun

(1)
“His instruction is priceless and informative.”
In Business Since 2021
Transparent Fees & Pricing
1801 Gervais St, Columbia, SC
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Tiger-Rock Martial Arts of Irmo

Tiger-Rock Martial Arts of Irmo

(30)
  • Responsibility
  • Learn
  • Exercise
“But when I think of the money/time I would pay for them to play other sports all year around, it is not that much more especially for what you get in return.”
Serving Lexington Area
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Wellwithin Martial Arts

Wellwithin Martial Arts

(2)
“I love that my husband and I are also able to participate and become confident in our skills, coming into a dojang for the first time in our mid thirties.”
In Business Since 2019
1801 Gervais St, Columbia, SC
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Columbia Self Defense

Columbia Self Defense

(8)
  • Jiu-Jitsu
  • Confidence
  • Train
“Valente Brother black belts, Jack, Shayne, and Nick are all fantastic instructors that work very well together to make CSD a very well-rounded self-defense focused jiu-jitsu school for all ages.”
In Business Since 2020
Serving Lexington Area
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Lake Murray Jiu Jitsu

Lake Murray Jiu Jitsu

(8)
  • Train
  • BJJ
“Highly recommended for anyone who is wanting to pursue learning self defense or just overall wants to see what their body and mind are capable of.”
In Business Since 2023
Serving Lexington Area
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Martial Arts Training Services in Lexington, SC Cost Estimates

Minimum cost
$75
Maximum cost
$380
National Average
$120
Avg Per Hour Rates
$50
$100
$150
Fair price range is based on 405 cost profiles
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Average Cost $120
Minimum cost $75
Maximum cost $380
Avg Per Hour Rates $50

Fair range $100 to $150 is based on 405 cost profiles.

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