The Jungle MMA and Fitness
“The Jungle is the best, when I moved here from NY I was nervous about starting mma and finding a good gym that cared about me and would really help me become great at this sport.”
Best Martial Arts Classes in Orlando, FL
24 gyms listed · all 24 in Orlando · 13 open weekends · all 24 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 21, 2026
Championship Martial Arts
“My 2 kids have been going to this dojo for over a year and a half and both of the kids have done well, learning discipline, and advancing in belt rank.”
Five Tenets Martial Arts Center
“Very good and disciplined teachable setting with all instructors, belts and tips are always earned and not given out, bully free environment with good life lasting lessons for the growing youth.”
Championship Martial Arts
“We believe CMA offers a safe, loving, nurturing, and most importantly respectful environment and for that we thank all the efforts the instructors contribute for the success of their students.”
Orlando Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu LLC
“Coach Anthony makes everyone feel welcome no matter your skill level or experience, coach Roman's pushes your conditioning & Coach Von's attention to detail & motivation/mindset speeches are close to that of a keynote speaker.”
Martial Arts World Orlando
“It's a great dojang for after school program (they have vans picking up students from nearby schools) and martial art classes for children and adults.”
The 24 gyms listed for Orlando, 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: Orlando, FL
All 24 gyms we list here are in Orlando itself. We have 56 gyms in Orlando on file; this page shows the highest-rated 24. The gyms on this page are rated from 4.5 to 5.0 across 2,292 reviews; 17 have 50 or more reviews. When students and parents rate these gyms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (97%), quality (89%) and communication (85%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "atmosphere", "skills" and "confidence". 13 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. 12 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 43 years. 4 offer a free trial or consultation and 4 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 24 of the gyms on this page; 21 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 Orlando 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.
Gracie Barra Orlando
“The best Jiu-Jitsu School in Orlando, I felt that I was in the home, the coaches have a lot of attention with the students and there are some levels for the train since the most basic for the pro athletes 🤩 …”
Championship Martial Arts
“Bottom line: CMA has the correct mix of curriculum and instructors to give our kids discipline and skills to not only to succeed in martial arts, but also set them on the correct vector in life.”
Martial Arts Center For Health
“I am able to concentrate so much more and even picked up old hobbies since I been really working on my discipline and concentration and this has helped tremendously.”
Wah Lum Kung Fu & Tai Chi Temple Orlando
“We are so lucky to have a living legend and martial arts "hall of famer" in our town that oversees the education and authenticity of Wah Lum Kung Fu (There is even a documentary about his incredible life on Amazon Prime!”
Frbjj Lake Nona
“Racking some injuries over 18 years of firefighting had me a bit nervous about beginning my Jiu-jitsu journey, but FR has a focus on safety and makes you feel comfortable whatever your situation is.”
Champions Jiu-Jitsu & Muay Thai
“Patino and staff are dedicated to providing a safe environment, especially during this Covid-19 era, they've been exceptional in making classes as safe as possible while still providing excellent content.”
Martial Arts Nation Lake Nona BJJ
“They both started taking Jiu-Jitsu at MA-Nation since August this year and I have already started to notice improvements in their lives and the positive impacts on their behaviors.”
CBP Martial Arts Academy Orlando
“It was as if they could immediately see something special in my child (and in every child), and they see it as their job to shine a light on each individual's strengths, and then make them even stronger.”
Fabin Rosa Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy
“I came out to Orlando for a work trip and I needed to train high level jiu-jitsu, professor Fabin has an amazing gym downtown Orlando, I was here for two weeks and it was one to the best moments in my life.”
Squad Brazilian JIU Jitsu
“As a BJJ practitioner from another city, I knew what to look for in a school when it came to not only joining a new gym, but to finally enroll my son in a school as well.”
Alliance Jiu Jitsu
“The staff is always very welcoming, the students are all helpful and respectful, and it doesn't hurt that the head instructor (Bruno Malfacine) is one of the best grapplers in the world.”
ACE MMA & Fitness
“My son has been practicing judo for 2 years in this gym, which I consider to be one of the best, the sensei is committed and professionally, they have taught my son to distinguish and love for the sport I recommend it 100%”
Unity Martial Arts Academy
“With offerings of Taekwondo, Kung Fu, and Kickboxing, you will not find a better place to cultivate a tenacious spirit for self-discovery, or to develop your skill as a martial artist.”
Guto Campos Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
“Whether you are enjoying of the quality of the people/instructors at this gym or enjoying the fresh feel of a new quality location, you will be in good hands at this gym!”
Championship Martial Arts
“Although the individual exercises are beneficial, it's pretty awesome to see the kids interacting in their partner activities and the sense of commodary they establish.”
Team Renzo Gracie Orlando
“Prof Pat has a wealth of martial arts knowledge and has put together a team of highly skilled and motivated instructors to pass the art of BJJ onto the Orlando area.”
Mudita Jiu Jitsu
“I went to ask about classes for my son, and Professor Brandom answered all my questions since I came disappointed from another academy, and so far, what he told me is exactly what they're been doing.”
Capoeira Orlando
“Learning the music and how to play the instruments has been just as rewarding as the physical skills I've developed through training with Capoeira Guerreiros.”
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What students and parents say about gyms in Orlando
- “Our son has improved his discipline, focus and strength with the training of a world class team - highly recommended!” — from a review of Martial Arts Nation Lake Nona BJJ
- “The dojo creates a positive atmosphere where kids learn positive habits, how to protect themselves, build self-confidence, and physical prowess.” — from a review of Five Tenets Martial Arts Center
- “My son has been coming here since he was 5 years old and now he has become a very disciplined and focused young man.” — from a review of Championship Martial Arts
- “My son struggled with discipline and since he has been here for the last six months he has drastically improved his behavior and ability to listen to direction.” — from a review of Unity Martial Arts Academy
- “Through the instruction I have received, I have learned not only great exercises and self-defense techniques, but also gained much self-confidence and discipline that I have taken to other areas of my life.” — from a review of Martial Arts Center For Health
Excerpts from public reviews of the gyms listed on this page.
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