Valhalla MMA
“They are more than just sensei's and students, they are an important part of our family, and we are blessed to be a part of it all💖 If I could give them more stars, I would.”
Best Martial Arts Classes near North Port, FL
2 of these gyms are based in North Port; the others serve North Port from towns including Sarasota (29 mi), Port Charlotte (7 mi) and Venice (14 mi).
13 open weekends · 23 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
Futures MMA
“Always there is a coach that pushes you and raise your game and that is what you need- to take a disciplined approach to level up and folks this is the place to get your A game on !!”
Yoans Karate Dojo
“Excellent teacher with alot patients with kids very knowledgeable with more than 30 year practicing karate he is the real deal totally recommended 100%.”
Total Martial Arts & Fitness
“My sons focus and confidence has improved and it shows not only at the dojang, but at home and school as well, we have seen an improvement in all around behavior.”
Nokido Ju-Jitsu
“Have been going here for a long time with many kids , awesome family atmosphere ,the best teacher sensi Chris has the most paitence with the little ones but most of all he makes learning fun”
Wolfpack South Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
“If you are looking to be a serious competitor, learn self-defense, or just get in better shape and you live in the Port Charlotte area, this is definitely the school for you!”
The 24 gyms listed for North Port, FL 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 Port, FL
The 24 gyms on this page are rated from 4.4 to 5.0 across 834 reviews; 8 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 (91%), professionalism (88%) and communication (81%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "atmosphere", "confidence" and "knowledge". 13 are open on Saturdays. 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. 13 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 28 years. 3 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 23 of the gyms on this page; 21 publish a contact page; 17 list a public email and 9 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 North Port?
2 of the 24 gyms sit inside North Port. The rest come from other towns inside 35 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.
World Martial Arts Academy
“Grand Master Casta Has over 40 years of experience in Taekwondo .”
Kengo C.m.a. Karate Jujitsu
Dojo Tode Jutsu USA
“Only after one month here, my confidence went up, as well as my own body image and self esteem, and I hope to return and train again one day.”
Revolutionary Martial Arts & Fitness
“The reason I take classes from Master Buck is because he also includes Hapkido in his Tae Kwon do teachings, which allow for a more practical self defense that works in the real world.”
Alliance Venice Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Team
“And the AC is kept at the perfect temperature, making it comfortable for hard rolls which is so nice especially in the summer heat 🥵 Thank you to Fabio and the whole team for making jiu jitsu so fun!”
Gustavo Machado BJJ Punta Gorda
“' Although I considered myself to be 'well versed' in BJJ when I arrived in Florida, Professor Delman is constantly showing movements, sequences and variations that I'd never seen before and i often find myself having those mental 'ah ha!”
Florez Martial Arts Academy
“Our son has been taking lessons for a couple months now and he absolutely loves everything he is learning and how effectively he is taught, motivated and challenged by Sabomnim Florez!”
Transform Martial Arts
“Our son can be shy when trying new things and everyone there was great from the coaches to even a student leaning over to him, and saying I was anxious when I first started too.”
Gustavo Machado Jiu-Jitsu
“A big thank you to Professor David, Jason, Ed, Gary, Germaine, Sofi, Zack, Pablo, and anyone else I may have missed for the great rolls and their hospitality.”
Superkids Martial Arts
“Not only does he teach physical self defense, he also shows you how to use your words, body language, and many other resources everybody has to de escalate a hostile situation or person.”
Red Tiger Martial Arts
“All of the Instructors are great with kids of all ages and it is a fun, safe place for your kids to grow, and become a person that THEY love, and OTHERS respect.”
Clark's Self Defense
“I would highly recommend it if you're considering self-defense training, multi-discipline martial arts training, or simply after school exercise and motivation!”
Gustavo Machado Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Sarasota (Bjj-Srq)
“You can look far and wide (and I always do) for places to bring your kids, and it is quite seldom that you find a sense of contentment and certainty that you did the RIGHT THING!”
Sarasota BJJ / Six Blades Jiu Jitsu
“The best discipline we could choose for our son, but above all the best place and the best training team, my son's performance has been evident and very satisfactory!”
Fellowship Jiu-Jitsu Sarasota
“Her focus and behavior have improved tremendously and I really appreciate everything that Coach Werther and Chelsea have done to help her throughout the years.”
Wolfpack Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
“Professor has been able to assemble a great team of men and women as his students which is more important in BJJ than in other disciplines because of the sparring that typically occurs at the end of every class.”
Raiz Jiujitsu Sarasota
“I've been going here since February and it has been the best thing I've ever started, it has helped me a lot, I would recommend you give it a try at the very least”
Martin Academy of Martial Arts
“This was about five years ago, but my daughter was being bullied at school, so I called around and was so impressed with Sifu La Vonne, we started my child's training there.”
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about gyms near North Port
- “My son has flourished in this program! He has not only gotten physically stronger, but also his mental focus and self-discipline have improved.” — from a review of Revolutionary Martial Arts & Fitness
- “The kids listen and improve fairly quickly. It is an exciting and very positive environment of learning and discipline.” — from a review of Raiz Jiujitsu Sarasota
- “Their teaching and method for interacting with the children increased both of my children's self-confidence and self-control.” — from a review of Red Tiger Martial Arts
- “All thanks to sensei. If you’re looking for a traditional, professional, and committed karate training, Yoans karate dojo is the spot!” — from a review of Yoans Karate Dojo
- “What a great place for my son. Fabio teaches respect, discipline in jujitsu and with school work.” — from a review of Alliance Venice Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Team
Excerpts from public reviews of the gyms listed on this page.
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