Roufusport MMA
“Duke Roufus has always been a man of integrity and his team is fantastic.”
Best Martial Arts Classes in Milwaukee, WI
18 gyms listed · all 18 in Milwaukee · 13 open weekends · 17 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
Rising Dragon Martial Arts
“And the enthusiastic student will not only be able to defend themself, but grow as a person and meet some great people along the way.”
Neutral Ground Academy
“This academy and its (team) members have affected my approach to training and life for the better.”
Pura Vida BJJ & MMA
“The coaching is next level: you get to learn from the best in the world, and train with some of the best in the world.”
Free Form Jiu Jitsu
“Earning my blue belt at Free Form has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my jiujitsu journey, and I owe so much to the coaches—Matt, Andy, TJ, and Ben.”
Red Schafer Mixed Martial Arts
“The facility is safe and instruction is tailored to MMA practitioners of all ages, experience levels, athletic ability, and genders.”
The 18 gyms listed for Milwaukee, WI 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: Milwaukee, WI
All 18 gyms we list here are in Milwaukee itself. We have 20 gyms in Milwaukee on file; this page shows the highest-rated 18. The gyms on this page are rated from 4.4 to 5.0 across 621 reviews; 4 have 50 or more reviews and 17 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "atmosphere", "community" and "facilities". 13 are open on Saturdays and 4 on Sundays. 12 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 30 years. 3 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 17 of the gyms on this page; 14 publish a contact page; 9 list a public email and 10 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 Milwaukee show a timetable online?
17 of the 18 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.
Fitpower LLC
“I'm also impressed with how they have handled Covid and kept members safe.”
Sage Arts Studio Martial Arts & Fitness
“Sifu Sell is one of the most knowledgeable instructors in the area and an amazing person to train with.”
J.K. Lee City Youth Martial Arts Program
“That said, the real satisfaction for me comes from seeing how our students' training helps them to learn self-control and de-escalation techniques, build self-confidence, and strengthen character.”
Chinese Kung Fu Center
“Small group Tai Chi excellent personal instruction, great for improving focus & reducing stress.”
Futen Dojo
“If you're looking for a safe place to strengthen your mind, to bolster your capabilities in defending yourself, to find peace within your soul, look no further.”
Zero To 100 Fitness & MMA
“The coach will work with you one on one to develop your own unique fighting style, the fighters are very warm and welcoming.”
Black Belt Leadership Academy
“One was extremely shy and tearful at the beginning but the instructors were patient and after a few weeks she was out with the rest of the class.”
Wahadachi Judo Club
“The instructors take their time explaining what is being taught and the classes have a good size of students training.”
Y.m.a.a. Tai Chi Ch'uan of Wisconsin
“Spent a lot of time working on my gong bu stance very medicating.”
Hong's Taekwondo
“I've strengthened my techniques and skills along the way and taekwondo has made me feel better about myself, healthier and more confident.”
Four Winds Martial Arts
“The instructors have a great deal of knowledge of martial arts and they teach students very well.”
D.a.yun's Blackbelt Academy
“Trained here up to brown belt and I am happy to have a good foundation in TKD from Master Yun.”
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