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Best Martial Arts Classes in Omaha, NE
24 gyms listed · all 24 in Omaha · 18 open weekends · 23 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 19, 2026
Apex Martial Arts
“My four year old has been enrolled at Apex Martial Arts for six months and in that time, we have seen amazing improvements with discipline, listening, patience, and focus - both at home and at school!”
Ares Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Omaha
“They are thorough with technique and the community is next to none.”
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Mick Doyle's Gym
“Beginners to advanced, it's the coaches that make all the difference between all the other gyms.”
Master Kim's World Class Taekwondo Center
“His dedication to his students in teaching them discipline, skill, confidence, and strong values is what our family was looking for.”
Dojo Omaha
“My son started to fuss and Dan invited my wife and son on the mats and even went so far as to entertain my son while i was drilling.”
The 24 gyms listed for Omaha, NE 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: Omaha, NE
All 24 gyms we list here are in Omaha itself. We have 36 gyms in Omaha on file; this page shows the highest-rated 24. The gyms on this page are rated from 4.1 to 5.0 across 1,306 reviews; 12 have 50 or more reviews and 23 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "skills", "atmosphere" and "confidence". 18 are open on Saturdays and 5 on Sundays. 5 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 18 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 47 years. 2 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 24 of the gyms on this page; 18 publish a contact page; 18 list a public email and 7 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 Omaha 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.
Championship Martial Arts
“A place that exhaust my kids and returns them back home, exhausted - drained of energy that they head straight to bed.”
American School of Karate & Judo on Industrial
“We were looking for the place that had the best balance of cost & structure.”
Premier Combat Center
“Patient, caring coaches---you always learn something every single time and you can feel and observe your progress.”
Elite Cheer
“I find this so fun I'm on level two but I would totally recommend it the coaches are very strict but very nice they actually give everyone the same amount of attention !!”
Omaha's Academy of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
“If it wasn't for Professor Dennis I wouldn't have ever tried it myself and I was the last one of my family to join.”
Omaha Gymnastics Academy
“I even signed up friends and family, great place!”
Steiner Academy Of Martial Arts
“I've been taking classes as an adult at Steiner Academy of Martial Arts for almost 18 months and I can't recommend it enough.”
Premier Martial Arts Omaha
“Premier does a great job teaching self defense along with important moral values and health and wellness knowledge.”
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Omaha
“Brian was incredibly welcoming and accommodating and clearly understands not only the theories behind BJJ but their practical applications as well.”
Mid-America Martial Arts (Mama)
“It's been big enough that I get experience working with different people, and small enough that the instructors know my name, and remember moves I've struggled with.”
Zanshin Martial Arts
“Master Dan McCarthy and Master Scott Taylor are excellent teachers, instructors, and people.”
Nebraska Academy-Martial Arts
“This is a positive, family oriented place with instructors who truly care about their students.”
Omaha Traditional Martial Arts
“Fantastic way to get in our keeping shape!!!”
Heartland Family Karate Omaha
“He is patient and his teaching skills are amazing and I would recommend Heartland Family Karate to anyone that is looking for a dojo that not only helps with self defense, but also a place where they can train and gain the physical fitness they want while surrounded by like-minded family oriented individuals.”
Omaha Kali Academy
“I can confidently say that I enjoyed training under Dean at Omaha Kali Academy more than anyone else at any other gym.”
Siso Martial Arts
“Love bringing our kids to parents night out they have fun and so do we thank you for this program hope to see more next year”
Andersen Taekwondo
“If you are considering somewhere for you or your kids to learn taekwondo, Anderson Taekwondo is the best place to do so.”
Aikido Omaha
“You will not find better martial arts training at such a low cost!”
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What students and parents say about gyms in Omaha
- “I love how the school instills discipline and self-confidence in my daughter.” — from a review of Master Kim's World Class Taekwondo Center
- “They make it really fun while also holding them to a high standard and instilling a lot of confidence and self-control in the children.” — from a review of Premier Martial Arts Omaha
- “I can see that the children extract a great deal of confidence, sense of respect and responsibility, and discipline from the classes.” — from a review of Championship Martial Arts
- “We love this school! My son has not only learned martial art skills, he has shown improvement in focusing, self-discipline, and leadership.” — from a review of Premier Martial Arts Omaha
- “They have wonderful staff and fellow students. I have tremendously enjoyed my time with everyone at this dojo and highly recommend it for all ages.” — from a review of Championship Martial Arts
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