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3 of these gyms are based in Palm Desert; the others serve Palm Desert from towns including Cathedral City (9 mi), Beaumont (37 mi) and La Quinta (8 mi).
9 open weekends · 23 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
The 24 gyms listed for Palm Desert, CA 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.
The 24 gyms on this page are rated from 4.4 to 5.0 across 1,006 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 (84%) and communication (69%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "confidence", "atmosphere" and "skills". 9 are open on Saturdays and 3 on Sundays. 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. 19 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 31 years. 2 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 22 of the gyms on this page; 17 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.
3 of the 24 gyms sit inside Palm Desert. The rest come from other towns inside 65 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.
- “This dojo has welcoming and knowledgeable professors and its participants embody a spirit of comradery.” — from a review of Coachella Valley Judo and BJJ
- “I recommend this for our kids because of how much discipline they get and how much confidence is introduced to them.” — from a review of Six Blades Jiu Jitsu La Quinta
- “The instructors are fantastic and patient. My grandson is learning discipline and gaining confidence in who he is.” — from a review of Gracie Humaita Beaumont
- “Great instructors and staff. Have seen a huge change in my son's discipline and confidence since enrolled.” — from a review of My Focus Taekwondo
- “Our son loves going to class and is learning not only self defense but valuable character traits and discipline that will be valuable throughout his life.” — from a review of West Coast Krav Maga
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