Vital Brothers Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
“The best place to learn jiu jitsu, the teachers are excellent and the vibe is contagious, perfect for all ages and even more so for the whole family, you won't regret it”
Best Martial Arts Classes near Miami Gardens, FL
These gyms serve Miami Gardens from nearby bases in towns including Miami, Miami Lakes and North Miami.
24 gyms listed · 1 open 24/7 · 21 open weekends · all 24 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
KO Zone
“Best gym ,best results , best trainers, positive reenforcement community and training every Cent worth spending all in the beautiful Miami FL come check us out”
Miami WMB Training Center
“They take an active role in teaching these kids life lessons like being independent and responsible, making good decisions, never giving up and rising to the challenge when things get tough.”
Quest Martial Arts Academy
“Thank you for making my kids keep reaching for goals and most of all teaching the discipline and helping them gain confidence to succeed in not only the Art but in Life.”
Family Taekwondo School
“For us they are really family our son have been in the school for over 6 years, Master is very dedicated to his students and inspire discipline and respect.”
Art In Motion Jiu Jitsu Academy
“I train Jiu-Jitsu, my boys are in the youth wrestling program, and my daughter takes kickboxing all here in one place all during the same window of time.”
The 24 gyms listed for Miami Gardens, FL 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: Miami Gardens, FL
The 24 gyms on this page are rated from 4.8 to 5.0 across 3,559 reviews; 23 have 50 or more reviews. When students and parents rate these gyms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (96%), quality (85%) and communication (82%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "atmosphere", "confidence" and "skills". 1 is open around the clock; 21 are open on Saturdays and 6 on Sundays. 15 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 40 years. 1 offers a free trial or consultation; 2 are family- or locally-owned and 9 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 24 of the gyms on this page; 21 publish a contact page; 18 list a public email and 7 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.
Which gyms listed for Miami Gardens show a timetable online?
All 24 gyms have a website on file. The useful ones name the instructor against each slot and mark which classes take beginners. A site built around the founder's rank and a contact form tells you nothing about the Tuesday night you would actually be standing in.
Ground Game Theory Jiu Jitsu
“Started training with Keanoush and Carlmicheal 2 months ago and have felt a rapid, incredible improvement in my game, the understanding the two professors have for the sport is amazing.”
Carlson Gracie Miami
“Professor Buiu and his wife Julie have built a wonderful place to learn high level jiu jitsu but most importantly, they have built a community that feels like family from the moment you step in the dojo.”
Arise Martial Arts
“Arise has truly changed my life from helping me get in shape to helping me mentally Professor Diesel is so dedicated to every student and it really makes you feel apart of the family.”
American Karate Institute
“I am happy to have enrolled him, it turned out to be a blessing for him, and he'll keep building his confidence for years to come in Akimiami because he loves it.”
American Karate Academy #1 Mma/Karate School in Miami
“The physical defense is excellent but more importantly they teach the students how to think their way through situations without having to resort to physical engagement.”
OIS Emeth Krav Maga USA
“Philip also brings added bonus to the Krav Maga class by educating us with snippets of stories coupled with visual examples and his smooth coaching skills, not forgetting his humor.”
Hybrid Martial Arts
“Whether you are a parent who wants to give their child a good role model or just looking to learn some martial skills for yourself, his tutelage will serve you or your children well.”
Fight Sports Club Miami Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
“Being taught by world champions is amazing, but the most incredible part is the coaching, leadership and humility that the coaches show day in and day out.”
Cardoso Jiu Jitsu
“The Sensei at this gym (Michael Cardoso) is very knowledgeable at teaching the sport of Jiu Jitsu effectively, but also at safe pace where you won't injure yourself.”
Moti Horenstein's Krav-Maga & MMA
“Also the black belts/instructors realy take an interest in us students and offer much good experience, positive energy, and life saving skills to learn from.”
Atlantis Jiu-Jitsu
“Whatever it lacks in size it makes up for it in quality and efficiency in your training , by far one of the best decisions I've made and look forward to grow with them.”
Mario Sperry JIU Jitsu
“He finds ways to lighten up the mood, brings in real world scenarios or ways to win points in competition, and always answers any questions to make sure everyone completely gets it.”
CTA Martial Arts
“I'm really happy that I found this place for my son, not only they teach the kids martial arts also good manners, respect and to trust themselves, highly recommend you to come and check it out”
Evolution MMA Miami
“If you want to improve your confidence and self defense sign up at evolution great coaches and great fighters with a hunger to get stronger and better”
Freestyle Fighting Academy
“What made this experience so wonderful was the fact that each coach (especially coach Eric and Ninja) and had so much love and patience with him that I could never thank them enough.”
Ktma Taekwondo Martial Arts
“KTMA Taekwondo Martial Arts has been one of the best experiences in Miami, for both children and adults, with the example and guide of the Masters (Lee & Yoon).”
Gama Filho Martial Arts
“I am forever grateful to Henrique, Duda, Ozzie, Christy (who takes care of the needs of the gym and puts up with our shenanigans), and everyone who I train with at the gym!”
South Miami Martial Arts
“My favorite part was the way he spoke with the students, using every opportunity for a life lesson, opening and closing with prayer and modeling a great attitude for the students.”
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What students and parents say about gyms near Miami Gardens
- “Amazing environment , very professional and friendly place. My son 7 yrs old loves and I already can see change on his discipline, focus and concentration.” — from a review of Ktma Taekwondo Martial Arts
- “My daughter and I feel very comfortable at school, they are very patient, they know how to discipline children in a subtle yet determined way.” — from a review of CTA Martial Arts
- “My kids are building confidence and discipline which is something that will help them throughout any aspect of their life as they get older.” — from a review of Arise Martial Arts
- “We have noticed an increase in my son’s confidence as he levels up from belt to belt mastering each level, board breaks etc.” — from a review of American Karate Institute
- “I also have to give them credit for building a dojo that everyone feels like family and hold great community events for all of us to participate in.” — from a review of American Karate Academy #1 Mma/Karate School in Miami
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