Calvin Chin's Martial Arts Academy
“The community is fantastic and has been an integral part of my life ever since.”
Best Martial Arts Classes near Newton, MA
2 of these gyms are based in Newton; the others serve Newton from towns including Boston (6 mi), Somerville (7 mi) and Newton Highlands (1 mi).
1 open 24/7 · 11 open weekends · 14 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
Esposito's Karate Fitness Center
“I appreciate the flexibility they offer in terms of class offerings and my family and I also enjoy their annual tournaments where the kids get to showcase their learning in a very supportive, celebratory atmosphere.”
Boston Doshin Aiki Dojo
Apex Defense Waltham
“The instructors did an amazing job going over the material and answering all of our questions.”
Jae Hun Kim Taekwon-Do Institute
“This school of Taekwon-Do is considered one of the best in the nation and I have been addicted since the day I walked through the door!”
Brazilian Martial Arts Center
“I highly recommend this for anyone interested in learning how to become a fighter or just how to defend themselves in a fight and in the process you will discover friendship and maybe a better version of yourself.”
The 15 gyms listed for Newton, MA 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: Newton, MA
14 of the 15 gyms on this page have a rating, from 4.7 to 5.0 across 1,009 reviews; 8 have 50 or more reviews. When students and parents rate these gyms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (100%), quality (82%) and communication (73%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "confidence", "community" and "atmosphere". 1 is open around the clock; 11 are open on Saturdays and 5 on Sundays. 6 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 12 websites of the gyms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1997. 1 offers a free trial or consultation and 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 15 of the gyms on this page; 13 publish a contact page; 10 list a public email and 6 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 Newton?
2 of the 15 gyms sit inside Newton. The rest come from other towns inside 10 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.
Boston Budo
“Sensei Noah adeptly balances serious training with humor and fun, creating a wholesome environment in which he also imparts various life lessons.”
Gracie Barra Boston
“I started coming to Gracie barra Boston back in October and it's been one of the best things I've done this year.”
Florian Martial Arts Center
“An excellent place to train, skilled instructors and a really nice community of fellow students.”
Modern Taekwondo Center
“The principals they teach the kids starting with respect for their parents and peers.”
Sityodtong Muay Thai Academy
“First impressions for a martial arts gym are everything, and this place sets the bar high.”
Broadway Jiu-Jitsu and Fitness
“I love it my favorite place for training, every time I am getting better”
Back to Basics Martial Arts & Fitness
“Jeff cares deeply about each of his students and wants to see them improve.”
8 Martial Arts
“The 6-week challenge program had inspired me at a time where I was looking for results from my exercise regimen, but I gained much more.”
One Step Beyond Martial Arts Training Center
“Fast forward to two classes a week (soon to be 4 😬), 2 belt tests and now a competition team/weapons (all dull, nothing sharp here), my boys couldn't be happier.”
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