Amerikick Karate
“I have seen young boys transform into great young men from their training and studying through Amerikick.”
Best Martial Arts Classes in Philadelphia, PA
21 gyms listed · all 21 in Philadelphia · all 21 open weekends · all 21 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 30, 2026
The Jiu Jitsu Company
“High level, kind instructors and good vibes all around, definitely give this place a visit!”
Focus Karate
“Its Korean martial arts owned and done by by english speakers (counting down and some other words are in Korean).”
Water and Rock Studio
“I got a decent amount of yoga in and tons of puppy time.”
Balance Studios: Gracie Jiu-Jitsu & Muay Thai
“Rick is one of the most knowledgeable and patient instructors I ever had and taught me so much in great detail week after week.”
Philadelphia Jiu-Jitsu
“The personalized attention to detail for anything you want to focus on in your self defense journey during your private one on one sessions will take your comfort level with training to a higher level.”
The 21 gyms listed for Philadelphia, PA 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: Philadelphia, PA
All 21 gyms we list here are in Philadelphia itself. We have 49 gyms in Philadelphia on file; this page shows the highest-rated 21. The gyms on this page are rated from 4.6 to 5.0 across 2,244 reviews; 19 have 50 or more reviews. When students and parents rate these gyms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (96%), quality (88%) and communication (67%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "atmosphere", "skills" and "confidence". All 21 are open on Saturdays and 9 on Sundays. 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 15 websites of the gyms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1998. 1 is family- or locally-owned and 4 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 21 of the gyms on this page; 14 publish a contact page; 18 list a public email and 6 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.
Are weekend martial arts classes listed for Philadelphia?
All 21 gyms put weekend times on the listing. Saturday morning is usually junior classes and an open mat for anyone who wants extra rounds; Sunday is rarer. If your shifts move, ask whether a weekday class you miss can be made up on the weekend.
Logic Jiu Jitsu and Muay Thai
“If you're looking for a martial arts facility where training and progress is taken seriously then you'll find no better place in Philly.”
Ustc's Red Tiger Taekwon-do
“Taekwondo pays attention to etiquette, and the coach has always emphasized respecting the teacher and obeying instructions.”
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Shorty's Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
“Laid back during instruction and off the mats, but comp class will show you what you're made of.”
Martial Arts Hero Factory & Philly Krav Maga
“Overall, my son is becoming more confident after joining Martial Arts Hero Factory karate program.”
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Daniel Gracie Jiu-Jitsu
“I have been doing BJJ for over a decade and the details that were shared and the tips for adjusting your movements were amazing.”
Action Karate Mt. Airy
“Great community place for people to be introduced to martial arts in a fun and supportive environment!”
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North Star MMA
“I would highly recommend this gym to everyone and can't wait to tell my friends back in Oregon about all the fun I've been having here!”
Amerikick Martial Arts (NE Philly)
“We've been with them for four years now and stayed even after moving because we can't imagine going anywhere else and having the same level of confidence in people who teach our son life skills like these.”
The Garden MMA
“Beautiful, welcoming facility with top notch instructors who put their students before themselves.”
Commando Krav Maga and Diamond Mixed Martial Arts
“The trainers have incredible knowledge and the experience is nothing like I've ever encountered.”
Martinez BJJ Fitness Center
“Get it all here with the best coaches that care about their members.”
Juniper Muay Thai Gym
“Whether you want to take a class for cardio, learn the art of Muay Thai for self defense, or want to seriously compete in the sport, these guys have you covered.”
Undisputed Mma
“All 3 of my boys train here and i love it (11yr old and 6 yr old twins).”
Philly's Next Champ
“Best place in the NE hands down!”
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Royal Striking Muay Thai & BJJ
“Highly recommend coming here if you are considering getting into mma training!!”
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about gyms in Philadelphia
- “This is a great place to gain confidence, pride, strength, hard work, discipline and resilience all within a welcoming community of encouragement.” — from a review of Action Karate Mt. Airy
- “North Star is a gorgeous dojo, with great energy, welcoming members and a spacious mat that will absorb the toughest of falls and pins.” — from a review of North Star MMA
- “They provide not only lessons in self defense but in self confidence, teamwork, respect for yourself as well as others and self discipline.” — from a review of Amerikick Martial Arts (NE Philly)
- “The kids genuinely love coming to class. They make friends and are learning so much about defense, discipline, teamwork and fitness!” — from a review of Commando Krav Maga and Diamond Mixed Martial Arts
- “I highly recommend this gym for all levels, from no combat background (myself) to experienced fighters from different disciplines.” — from a review of Juniper Muay Thai Gym
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