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Kicks Karate
“If you are looking for an activity for your 3-5 year old that will help him/her grow and mature both physically and emotionally, Kicks Karate Bethesda is one of the best options out there!”
Best Martial Arts Classes near North Bethesda, MD
These gyms serve North Bethesda from nearby bases in towns including Bethesda, Fairfax, VA and Silver Spring.
24 gyms listed · 23 open weekends · 23 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
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Krav Maga CDK Self Defense Training Center
- Skills
- Fitness
- Community
“He and his instructors are personable and good people that you can laugh and smile with, but they also get serious they way they need to in order to push us to excellence and prepare us for defensive survival situations.”
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Andrew Gause's Martial Arts
- Taekwondo
- Addition
- Learning
“During the COVID-19 pandemic, AGMA started providing daily classes via Zoom almost immediately, and we're very grateful that she still has this to look forward to.”
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Urban Boxing Bethesda
- Learn
- Community
- Kickboxing
“URBAN boxing is a gym which brings people together as they're working out with their experienced coaches,the managers, director's hospitality is No 1 in the Area so my recomendation anyone intrested in working out to join URBAN BOXING GYM”
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Ascend Institute of Martial Arts
- Area
- Atmosphere
- BJJ
“The classes are structured to accommodate all skill levels, allowing beginners like myself to progress at our own pace while still challenging seasoned practitioners to push their limits.”
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Bethesda Boxing & Kickboxing Academy
- Classes
- Cardio
- Jokes
“Ken is great as a person, because he knows his clients so well that when you are down or not feeling well he sees that and asks if you are oky and if you need someone to talk to Ken is always there to lend you his shoulder...”
The 24 gyms listed for North Bethesda, MD 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: North Bethesda, MD
The 24 gyms on this page are rated from 4.3 to 5.0 across 1,214 reviews; 14 have 50 or more reviews and 23 are rated 4.5 or higher. When students and parents rate these gyms on specific qualities, they most often praise quality (97%), professionalism (94%) and communication (91%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "community", "skills" and "atmosphere". 20 are open on Saturdays and 6 on Sundays. 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. 17 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 30 years. 9 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 24 of the gyms on this page; 20 publish a contact page; 20 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 North Bethesda show a timetable online?
All 24 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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Flying Kick Fitness Center
- TKD
“I was worried she was starting too late, but they have let her progress quickly and naturally and she's developed great interpersonal and leadership skills in the process.”
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Polander Academy of Martial Arts
“After doing online research and searching for the best dojos in Maryland we are so thankful to have chosen The Polander Academy.”
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Sun & Moon Taiji (Tai Chi) One
“I am really enjoying being part of the wonderful SMTO family.”
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Danzan Ryu Jujitsu Academy
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King Tiger Martial Arts MD
“At first, I regretted going here because I was afraid I couldn't fit in, I was a very pessimistic person, but as the years went by I've gained more confidence in myself and learned the concepts of martial arts.”
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Kim Karate Taekwondo and Learning Center
“I can't thank Kims Karate enough for being an awesome before and after care and summer camp provider and for being a positive influence in all of my children's lives.”
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Black Belt Academy
“We did the afterschool program for 2 years and then switched to evening classes when our family circumstances changed.”
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Nova Fencing and Archery Club
- Competition
- 2022
- Learning
“I joined the archery club 2 months back as a beginner and it has been an amazing experience learning the skill under the tutelage of Coach Raymond along with other coaches.”
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N-Flux
- Classes
- Individual
- Community
“Working out here provides me with an amazing community of peers who aim to uplift and support each other, and the staff instruction is unmatched anywhere in the city.”
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Dennis Brown Shaolin Wu-Shu Center
“I Studied with Grant Master Dennis Brown for 10 years and was very successful In National and International Tenements only lost 1 Fight”
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Groundworks Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
- Train
- Town
- Mats
“The way they combine the proverbial lab and lecture with positional sparring, the way they present information in a way that's intuitive, the way they keep drama and egos out of the equation, all this stuff is great.”
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Hard Work Martial Arts
- Classes
- Strength
- Confidence
“Luck being what it is, my youngest landed on a free month AND uniform (uniforms always make things cooler) - the owner, Master Charles, even gave us some flexibility on when to start the month (thank goodness!!”
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Jow Ga Shaolin Institute
“I attended class there a few years ago and have never forgot it; I plan to start going back:”
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Chua Martial Arts
- Performance
- Party
- Kung fu
“Chua Martial Arts performed at our PTA's Global Community Night and they were so professional, friendly and put on an amazing show for our school community!”
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Evolveall
“The staff is very friendly and inviting, the owner Emerson is the same way and Cesar Cabrera who is a Black belt under Renzo Gracie is a wealth of knowledge, his passionate approach to teaching BJJ creates the perfect learning environment.”
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Relentless MMA & Fitness
- Knowledge
- Plan
- BJJ
“Do the offer jeet kune do classes here as well I will be moving to fairfax Virginia this year and I've been trying to find a good jeet kune do school to join I have 9 years of martial arts experience in karate but my favorite martial art style is jee...”
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U.S. Tae Kwon Do College
- Respect
- Community
- Parents
“However, the Seven Corners' location has been our home for the past 4 years, due to Master Jabs' amazing leadership and creative approach with a wholistic focus on strong families, minds, bodies , and spirits.”
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Haven Grappling Academy
- Instruction
- Game
- Area
“In addition, the facility itself is clean and well-maintained, and the traditional Japanese style/theme adds a layer of beauty and an incredible vibe to the training experience, making it a truly unique and special place.”
Martial Arts Training Services in North Bethesda, MD Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$77
Maximum cost
$389
National Average
$123
Avg Per Hour Rates
$52
$103
$154
Average price range is based on 516 cost profiles
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