American Karate Studios
“My daughter started going here for the last month, and I'm seeing great improvement and confidence in her already.”
Best Martial Arts Classes in Newark, DE
15 gyms listed · 7 in Newark · 1 open 24/7 · 14 open weekends · 12 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 26, 2026
Shoshin Karate Academy
“Even adults will find a program here for them, and will feel like they're part of a family as a well as a karate studio.”
Jack's Kickboxing Gym
“There are a lot of guys coming up in the sport who train hard there and are available for sparring.”
Chok Dee Athletics LLC
“He makes you feel like you're one of his kids that he's looking out for while still pushing discipline of the art.”
Elite Brazilian Jiu Jitsu LLC
“There were one or two other schools in town I took off my list of consideration just because of the genuine vibe in which you experience from coming here.”
Newark Kenpo Karate
“I appreciate that they run an honest program here”
The 15 gyms listed for Newark, DE 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: Newark, DE
7 of the 15 gyms we list are based in Newark; the other 8 serve Newark from towns including Wilmington (12 mi), Hockessin (7 mi) and Bear (6 mi). The gyms on this page are rated from 4.0 to 5.0 across 589 reviews; 4 have 50 or more reviews and 12 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "atmosphere" and "skills". 1 is open around the clock; 14 are open on Saturdays and 6 on Sundays. 3 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 11 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 50 years. 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 14 of the gyms on this page; 10 publish a contact page and 10 list a public email. 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.
Which gyms listed for Newark show a timetable online?
14 of the 15 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.
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Riverfront Jiu Jitsu
“There are also a ton of upper belts that train and come through here, so it's an awesome spot for all levels of experience.”
Gentlemen's Jiu-Jitsu•mma•muaythai
“First time ever doing muay thai and can honestly say I loved it, the only background I have in Martial Arts would be wrestling and the coaching and team is just overall amazing.”
Hockessin Athletic Club
“They are continuously upgrading their equipment and improving the weight room and pool area.”
Goju Training Center
“The hardest workout you'll ever love!”
302 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
“Greatest team to be apart of.”
BJJ Squared
“The team at BJJ Squared is a perfect environment for beginners looking to learn quality fundamental Jujitsu.”
Cornerstone Martial Arts
“The kickboxing program provides a great full body workout with cardio in an hour program.”
American Martial Arts Institute
“Definitely challenge you to be your best and inspire you to work hard.”
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