Columbia Martial Arts and Fitness
“The boys all get the fun and discipline they need while our daughter is always welcomed and included in all of the activities.”
Best Martial Arts Classes in Lexington, SC
15 gyms listed · 8 in Lexington · 7 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 19, 2026
Vitali Family Karate
“They were patient, helpful, and even with a dozen wild kids running around they still made individual intentional effort with everyone”
Black Tiger Tae Kwon Do
“Highly recommend Black Tiger Tae Kwon Do, our 4 year old has been enrolled in the little Champs class for about 8 weeks.”
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Lexington: Carter's Academy
“Watching my grandson work with Sensei John is so fun and educational!”
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Powerhouse MMA
“You'll definitely learn a lot here with Zach being a great coach.”
Palmetto Jujitsu Academy
“Real traditional Judo at its finest, if you truly want to learn and be challenged Prof Tom, Sensei Patrick and Sensei Mike are the Gold standard to learn from along with multiple high level black belts trained by them you will gain more then you even thought possible”
The 15 gyms listed for Lexington, SC 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, SC
8 of the 15 gyms we list are based in Lexington; the other 7 serve Lexington from towns including Irmo (9 mi), Columbia (18 mi) and West Columbia (7 mi). The gyms on this page are rated from 4.7 to 5.0 across 1,292 reviews; 7 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "confidence", "atmosphere" and "skills". 7 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. Domain records put 9 websites of the gyms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2002. 1 is family- or locally-owned and 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 14 of the gyms on this page; 10 publish a contact page; 12 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.
Are weekend martial arts classes listed for Lexington?
7 of the 15 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.
Lam Tang Kung Fu Academy
“I originally came to Lam Tang looking for a way to improve my back to prevent further injury, and instead found a lifestyle change that has enhanced nearly all aspects of my existence.”
Fortress Martial Arts and Fitness
“Sensei Jason is so patient and a great encourager to all the children!”
Spartan Academy Mixed Martial Arts
“This facility has world-class training in a beautiful gym that has everything a martial artist would need.”
The Karate Dojo
“I am so happy to have finally found the perfect place for my 6 year old to attend after school.”
TNT Martial Arts & Fitness
“The instructors are really good at what they do and are really thorough when demonstrating techniques.”
Bgr8 Martial Arts
“Had a blast and learned a lot!”
Columbia Self Defense
“As she heads off to collage i feel comfortable knowing these awesome teachers have prepared her to be able to defend herself.”
Martial Arts Training Center
“In addition to classes for multiple styles and ages they also have a great after school program and summer camps!”
Allbritton Martial Arts Academy
“Sensei Amber is amazing at getting the kids on a good training path and teaching skills to help better focus.”
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about gyms in and near Lexington
- “They discipline kids in a family atmosphere and show them self esteem with positive attitude.” — from a review of Vitali Family Karate
- “The instructors are highly skilled, talented, disciplined, and work amazingly well with children and adults!” — from a review of Columbia Martial Arts and Fitness
- “The staff members are great, and they have helped instill the discipline and confidence that my son was needing while his dad is touring overseas.” — from a review of The Karate Dojo
- “The Karate Dojo is a well run business with a great staff.” — from a review of The Karate Dojo
Excerpts from public reviews of the gyms listed on this page.
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