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Renaissance Academy of Martial Arts
“As a lifelong martial artist I have a standard in my mind for schools regarding the character of the school, the safety of the team and the highest level of instruction, in that order.”
Best Martial Arts Classes near Lynchburg, VA
3 of these gyms are based in Lynchburg; the others serve Lynchburg from towns including Roanoke (43 mi), Forest (4 mi) and Charlottesville (59 mi).
13 open weekends · 23 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
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Checkmat Lynchburg Jiu Jitsu
- Environment
- Learn
- Belt
“All the instructors and members are wonderfully talented, have been absolutely amazing to roll with from the beginning, provide amazing memtorship and overall is just a wonderful gym to train at alongside so many skilled people.”
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The Edge Martial Arts and Tumbling
- Muay Thai
- Techniques
- Learn
“The Edge has incredible martial arts programs for all skill levels and ages, great coaches and an family atmosphere that is so positive and inviting for everybody!”
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Feks Martial Arts Center
- Self-Defense
- Skills
- Class
“We love master Bruce they built confidence in my daughter and she learned to work with others and they treat you like family we been going their for about a little over a year and my daughters grades went up this is the best best place to go”
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Grand Slam Martial Arts
“Jeff Doss is an amazing sensei who takes the time to learn your child and to coach your child into becoming more than just good at Martial arts, but incorporates life lessons to help your child grow mentally.”
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Blue Ridge Self Defense
- Information
- Safe
- Skills
“When I found COBRA self defense, I was suffering from postpartum anxiety; I was having nightmares every night that I wouldn't be able to defend myself or my daughter against a predator or dangerous situation.”
The 24 gyms listed for Lynchburg, VA 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: Lynchburg, VA
23 of the 24 gyms on this page have a rating, from 4.7 to 5.0 across 764 reviews; 7 have 50 or more reviews. When students and parents rate these gyms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (100%), quality (80%) and value (78%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "atmosphere", "skills" and "confidence". 13 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 17 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 24 years. 3 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 23 of the gyms on this page; 17 publish a contact page; 14 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.
Why are some gyms here outside Lynchburg?
3 of the 24 gyms sit inside Lynchburg. The rest come from other towns inside 70 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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Warrior Success Academy
- Train
- Fitness
- Skills
“Whether it is in traditional martial arts, self defense or any of the other disciplines they teach, they will always encourage and empower you to be the very best you can!”
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Super Kicks Karate Forest Virginia
“My son is a very hyper child, and this gives him a great constructive outlet for his energy and because of the way the class is structured it is something we can do with him.”
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Excel Martial Arts
“I have great respect for Master Palmer's patience and skill with children's classes, and looking back we see the impact it had on our daughter as she advanced through the various levels.”
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Roanoke Taekwondo & Ninjatrix Academy
- Confidence
- Environment
- Son
“My son first day was today he can not stop talking about the fun he had very clean and organized I really enjoyed myself watching my son interact with the other kids.....”
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Coalition Combat Sports
- Environment
- BJJ
- Kickboxing
“The instructor has been very patient and If you have a difficult time with mobility in any area he can show you moves that you can do and feel confident in.”
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Star City Taekwondo
- Environment
- Parents
- Class
“The Starnes's are great with all the kids, so patient, so welcoming, and they work hard to make sure all their students are trained well but also have fun!”
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Coastal Muay Thai
- Trip
- Goals
- Knowledge
“From the respect, charisma, work ethic, teaching ability, and so on, I will be considering moving to the area just to be able to continue training with these guys.”
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Tiger USA World Class Taekwondo & Family Martial Arts
- Discipline
- Motivated
- Skill
“If you want some inspiration, come and see a black belt class - young and old - they are hard working, disciplined, and they enjoy being with one another.”
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Hybrid Martial Arts Center
- Culture
- Skilled
- Belts
“The culture here is excellent - I've been training here for two years now and I have never once had a significant issue with the staff or any people training at the gym.”
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Elliott's Family Karate Acadamy
- Disciplined
- Learned
- Skills
“Not only have they learned valuable skills that will help them through life, but they are confident children that are not afraid to do the right thing.”
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Kick30 Kickboxing Roanoke VA @ OMA Training Center
“This is the best training center for all individuals at all levels of physical abilities and limitations to become a healthier and more capable individual”
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Roanoke Kung Fu Academy
- Sifu
- Self Defense
- Ving Tsun
“Traditional Ving Tsun training for strength and conditioning, overall wellness, confidence building and self-defense provided by an excellent instructor.”
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Shaolin Dragons Kung Fu Wu-Shu
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Grappling Sports
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Mission Martial Arts LLC
“You'll learn striking techniques from several different styles like boxing and taekwando, and a lot of grappling, mostly Jiu-Jitsu as well as takedowns from wrestling and judo.”
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Black Belt Success Academy
- Confidence
- Adults
- Classes
“Not only are classes run with precision and clearly-stated expectations, but they are fun and supportive; instructors encourage yet demand a high level of expectations while always maintaining a sense of humor”
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Laughing Dragon Kung Fu
- Sifu
- Studio
“Since my son is new, one of the four instructors present in his class will stand next to him to show him how to do things, keeping it positive and encouraging.”
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Total Defense Martial Arts
- Skills
- Town
- Self Defense
“They teach good clean technique and everyone I've rolled with there was respectful and safe to roll with (no unnecessary roughness or uncontrolled movements).”
Martial Arts Training Services in Lynchburg, VA Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$85
Maximum cost
$431
National Average
$136
Avg Per Hour Rates
$57
$114
$170
Typical price range is based on 285 cost profiles
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