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Clayton Phillips Jiu Jitsu
“Professor Clay has created an excellent culture at his gym where all are welcome.”
Best Martial Arts Classes in Norfolk, VA
15 gyms listed · 8 in Norfolk · 12 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
Park's Taekwondo Academy
“Teachers are great and the lessons the kids learn are great as well.”
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Applied Defense Concepts
“I left the class feeling better prepared and more knowledgeable about the dos and donts to concealed carry.”
The House of Muay Thai
“There is a great energy in this place that makes "working out" an enjoyable experience.”
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Kobukan Martial Arts Academy
“Thank you all at Kobukan Martial Arts Academy for all that you have taught and are still teaching my son.”
Norfolk Karate Academy/Gracie Jiu Jitsu Norfolk
“Regardless of where you are in your training- you are welcomed and surrounded with support.”
The 15 gyms listed for Norfolk, VA 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: Norfolk, VA
8 of the 15 gyms we list are based in Norfolk; the other 7 serve Norfolk from Virginia Beach (16 mi) and Chesapeake (15 mi). The gyms on this page are rated from 4.6 to 5.0 across 1,392 reviews; 11 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "atmosphere", "skills" and "confidence". 12 are open on Saturdays. 8 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 43 years. 1 offers a free trial or consultation; 1 is family- or locally-owned and 3 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 15 of the gyms on this page; 11 publish a contact page; 14 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.
Are weekend martial arts classes listed for Norfolk?
12 of the 15 gyms put weekend times on the listing. Saturday morning is usually junior classes and an open mat for anyone who wants extra rounds; Sunday is rarer. If your shifts move, ask whether a weekday class you miss can be made up on the weekend.
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Ocean View Martial Arts
“Amazing Coaches, great students, I've really enjoyed training here the coaches push me to train harder and help me as a newcomer learn the skills and make sure I'm doing what I'm supposed to, 100% reccomend this school to anybody experienced or brand new, You will love it here”
Kraken Grappling Club
“Never done jiu jitsu before and loved the practice.”
Savior Martial Arts Virginia Beach
“I have witnessed her and other children grow in confidence and self-discipline by learning Marial Arts at SMA.”
Virginia Martial Arts Center
“My son has been going here since the 1st grade and is almost a brown belt now and I wouldn't have changed a thing about his past 7 years at VMAC!”
Impact Martial Arts Academy
“I'm glad to have my introduction to martial arts to have been with Impact, as they set such a high standard for everything you could ever want in a gym.”
Kim's Hapkido Martial Arts
“We have been very pleased with the improvements we have seen in our son, you can tell how much they care about each student!”
Grindstone Athletics
“Wil is an awesome instructor and creates an environment that is both friendly and competitive.”
Atlas Wellness & MMA
“As a beginner I can't see myself feeling the need to get training from another gym.”
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Higher Vision Studios
“Great instructors who have lots of knowledge & patience which make learning fun for the students.”
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