Supreme Martial Arts
“I love to see my kids gain confidence and strength from them.”
Best Martial Arts Classes in New York, NY
20 gyms listed · all 20 in New York · 19 open weekends · all 20 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 22, 2026
Modern Martial Arts
“His drills, beyond instilling a sense of confidence, is the best occupational therapy for those who need it.”
Golden Minds Prep
“Beyond standard educational programs, they offer unique activities like karate, soccer, gardening, and cooking classes—experiences you rarely find elsewhere”
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Paxibellum Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu NYC
“I must emphasize that the coaches at the gym are all incredibly skilled and knowledgeable”
Renzo Gracie Academy
“Dropped in while in NYC for work and had a great session.”
International Martial Arts Center
“Every class strikes the right balance of challenge and encouragement, and there's always something new to learn.”
The 20 gyms listed for New York, NY 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: New York, NY
All 20 gyms we list here are in New York itself. We have 92 gyms in New York on file; this page shows the highest-rated 20. The gyms on this page are rated from 4.7 to 5.0 across 2,786 reviews; 19 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "skills", "confidence" and "atmosphere". 19 are open on Saturdays and 9 on Sundays. 1 lists staff certifications (ACE). 12 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 49 years. 4 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 20 of the gyms on this page; 16 publish a contact page; 19 list a public email and 9 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 New York show a timetable online?
All 20 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.
Ultimate Gym NYC
“I've trained martial arts for years, and Ultimate Gym NYC is up there as far as gyms go!”
JKD NYC
“Not only have I bested my friends in boxing thanks to his expert guidance in JKD, but I've also found a newfound confidence that transcends the gym.”
Mushin Mixed Martial Arts (Jiu-Jitsu)
“The vibe is very friendly and welcoming, with lots of camaraderie between members”
El Dojo NYC
“My son absolutely loves coming to class, and I've already seen such a positive change in his confidence, focus, and discipline”
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Kano Martial Arts
“Sensei Garry and Brian place a lot of importance on building the fundamentals and executing good technique, and they both have been really approachable to welcoming participants of all skill levels.”
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HOT FIT NYC
“I have been taking classes at Hot Fit NYC for several months, and the classes are really great for learning a new skill and getting a great workout in!”
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Clockwork Jiu Jitsu
“I highly recommend their boot camp for beginners, it takes you from knowing nothing about jiu jitsu to an excellent starting point in just a month.”
Professional Martial Arts Taekwondo Center
“I highly recommend professional taekwondo to everyone who would like to participate.”
Ronin Athletics MMA NYC
“The instructors and even students are really invested in you being the best you can be.”
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Workshop NYC Muay Thai & Jiujitsu
“I've trained at gyms in LA, NYC, Des Moines, Boulder, Sioux Falls, London, Madrid, Barcelona, and Paris, and Workshop NYC is top-of-the-line instruction and community.”
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Krav Maga Experts
“They have experienced, personable instructors that lead by example and always leave you with something to think about or improve.”
City Wing Tsun
“If you want to learn authentic Hong Kong Kung Fu this is the right place to be and if you need an awesome place with awesome people just go and have some real quality time!”
Marcelo Garcia Jiu-Jitsu NYC
“I had a great experience at Marcelo Garcia's dojo, his instructors are outstanding, Scott, Kanan, Tony, Fernando and all the other coaches are amazing too.”
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Next Evolution Martial Arts & Kioto BJJ
“From mom: I love this dojo, my son is learning not only to handle conflicts, stay safe and stay disciplined, but also is being empowered to handle life circumstances.”
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about gyms in New York
- “Their patience, expertise and care is incredible. Training here has brought my kid discipline, confidence and perseverance.” — from a review of Professional Martial Arts Taekwondo Center
- “My kids have gained confidence, great skills and discipline in and out of the classroom.” — from a review of El Dojo NYC
- “Thank you for helping shape my son into a confident, disciplined, and compassionate individual.” — from a review of Next Evolution Martial Arts & Kioto BJJ
- “We love the class. My 5 yo learns discipline and has fun at the same time.” — from a review of International Martial Arts Center
- “The positive vibe means greater student retention, which means lots of good rolls, whether you’re starting as a white belt or are more experienced and looking to challenge yourself with lots of solid upper belts.” — from a review of Clockwork Jiu Jitsu
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