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Saint Matthews Martial Arts
“Our son is doing very well there and the instructors are perfect with him.”
Best Martial Arts Classes in Louisville, KY
16 gyms listed · all 16 in Louisville · all 16 open weekends · 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Louisville
“If you looking for a amazing place to train with an incredible knowledgeable instructor.”
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu of Kentucky J -Town
“Scott Smith and his team do a wonderful job creating a fun and safe environment that is welcoming to all, and the level of jiu jitsu taught is amazing and easy to understand.”
Core Combat Sports
“If you're looking to compete or just train casually, core is your place.”
Reality Krav Maga
“They're training me for real life situations and not just "dance moves" like so many other places.”
Area 502 MMA
“Something for everyone of all ages and top notch instructors to help you achieve your goals 💪 …”
The 16 gyms listed for Louisville, 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: Louisville, KY
All 16 gyms we list here are in Louisville itself. We have 18 gyms in Louisville on file; this page shows the highest-rated 16. The gyms on this page are rated from 3.9 to 5.0 across 643 reviews; 4 have 50 or more reviews and 15 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "atmosphere" and "facilities". All 16 are open on Saturdays and 4 on Sundays. 3 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 12 websites of the gyms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1997. 2 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 16 of the gyms on this page; 10 publish a contact page; 7 list a public email and 5 take bookings online. We count these figures across the gyms on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the gym before you enroll.
Are weekend martial arts classes listed for Louisville?
All 16 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.
Triumph Combat
“Great coaches that treat you like an individual and not a number...”
Louisville Combat Academy
“The coaches are always fully involved in training you, and support me in all my competitions.”
Bluegrass Martial Arts
“Would recommend for families or anybody looking for a new work out plan or to get into martial arts.”
Hwang's Martial Arts
“My grandson has attended the after school program for 2 years and had learned so much more than Tae Kwon Do.”
Louisville Shaolin-Do Kung Fu & Tai Chi
“Good martial art training, good people”
Criterion Jiu Jitsu of Louisville
“Although I've had private lessons with Rob for less than a year, I've not only lost weight, but I've have learned Jiu Jitsu.”
Old Louisville Jiu-Jitsu Academy
“The team is still small because the gym only opened recently, but I learned a lot more and a lot faster than in the big gyms.”
Brown's Traditional Taekwondo
“They make time for her before and after class to work with her on her movements and things she needs to know to go to the next belt.”
Goshinkan International Hombu Dojo
“One of the last places in the area to learn real traditional martial arts.”
Kung Fu of Louisville
“If you are looking for real martial arts, this is the place to find it.”
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about gyms in Louisville
- “I was in awe of the confidence and self discipline that was displayed by my kids after only a few training sessions.” — from a review of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Louisville
- “The individual attention really stands out. Less about earning belts and more about gaining self-confidence and control.” — from a review of Saint Matthews Martial Arts
- “Rob took the time to explain the way classes, belts, and experience levels work, answered my questions, discussed my apprehensions, and genuinely sought a connection in order to gauge whether Criterion would be a good fit for me.” — from a review of Criterion Jiu Jitsu of Louisville
- “I would not hesitate to recommend this dojo to any one interested in learning Taekwondo.” — from a review of Brown's Traditional Taekwondo
Excerpts from public reviews of the gyms listed on this page.
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