Westside BJJ
“I like how they are patient and calm with kids, willing to explain multiple times if needed.”
Best Martial Arts Classes in Little Rock, AR
12 gyms listed · 8 in Little Rock · 7 open weekends · 11 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Westside Mixed Martial Arts
“Everyone was super nice and beginner's class used game based drills instead of traditional move of the day drills.”
Impact Martial Arts
“They take great care of my son and teach him discipline.”
Rock City Mixed Martial Arts
“Wonderful place for him to socialize, learn to defend himself, and helped build his self esteem.”
All Star Martial Arts
“It has been monumental for our sons confidence and developing leadership and other qualities.”
ATA Martial Arts
“Great place to learn Martial Art and Masters are great”
The 12 gyms listed for Little Rock, AR 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: Little Rock, AR
8 of the 12 gyms we list are based in Little Rock; the other 4 serve Little Rock from Sherwood (11 mi), Maumelle (8 mi) and Bryant (11 mi). The gyms on this page are rated from 4.4 to 5.0 across 625 reviews; 5 have 50 or more reviews and 11 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "skills", "atmosphere" and "confidence". 7 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. 7 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 26 years. We have a website on file for 11 of the gyms on this page; 9 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.
Why are some gyms here outside Little Rock?
8 of the 12 gyms sit inside Little Rock. 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.
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Unity Martial Arts
“Not only an incredible martial arts dojo, but a real community of support and encouragement.”
Master Hong's Olympic Taekwondo / Martial Arts
“We found this place and they let you try and make sure that you or your child is interested before joining for a very reasonably price.”
Danny Dring's Living Defense Martial Arts
“The coaches are very knowledgeable and the environment is welcoming to all.”
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Combat Concepts Academy
“The facility was spacious and always clean and I was very impressed with the level of instruction received.”
Westside BJJ
“That nervous quickly disappeared thanks to the awesome staff, coaches and teammates at westside Bryant.”
Westside BJJ
“If you are in Maumelle/NLR - this is where you should be training.”
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