The Academy of Martial Arts and Fitness
“Coach Khama is so great with the kids, perfect balance of support and encouragement while pushing each kid to their potential (with so much patience)!”
Best Martial Arts Classes in Pittsburgh, PA
24 gyms listed · all 24 in Pittsburgh · 19 open weekends · 23 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
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Top Tier GYM
“Great community, with knowledgeable coaches, trainers, and owners who all want to help”
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SKN Muay Thai Academy
“The coaches are great, the classes are fun and tough, and I never felt looked down upon for being new to the sport.”
True Believer Jiu Jitsu
“I take my son here and the culture here is more welcoming than other places I've been and really engaged in helping everyone get better.”
North Hills ATA Martial Arts
“I build up my strength, confidence, endurance and the will to push myself beyond the limit.”
Oom Yung Doe
“I have had great experiences learning from Head Instructor Ian and the rest of the Pittsburgh team.”
The 24 gyms listed for Pittsburgh, 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: Pittsburgh, PA
All 24 gyms we list here are in Pittsburgh itself. We have 27 gyms in Pittsburgh on file; this page shows the highest-rated 24. The gyms on this page are rated from 4.3 to 5.0 across 1,199 reviews; 8 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 "atmosphere", "skills" and "community". 18 are open on Saturdays and 7 on Sundays. 3 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 16 websites of the gyms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2001. We have a website on file for all 24 of the gyms on this page; 17 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 Pittsburgh?
19 of the 24 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.
Stout PGH
“Dan has a knack for teaching, leading class with just enough detail to get the concept/technique and not overwhelm his students with to much detail, due to the class being a beginner class.”
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Ryer Martial Arts Academy
“The mentor there is one of the best teachers I have trained with.”
Win-Win Kung Fu Culture Center
“Most authentic Kung fu school in pittsburgh my son loves it and master Kate is such a good teacher..”
No Limits ATA Martial Arts
“Master Tavani is a great person that is a true leader and takes pride in giving back to the community.”
Shaolin Studios
“If you are looking for a fantastic martial arts studio with seasoned and dedicated Instructors providing instruction that is challenging yet accommodating to all levels of fitness and mindset, this place is the place to put your trust in.”
Kim's Martial Arts & Fitness
“The Kims are a treasure and I hope you go see for yourself how they can help you become the best version of yourself!”
Three Rivers Martial Arts
“These classes really built my child's self-confidence as well as gaining an incredible amount of martial arts expertise.”
USA Professional Karate Studio
“Sensei focuses students of all ages on elements of karate that are important in life - self-defense, yes, but also confidence, teamwork, generosity, leadership, responsibility, positive attitude, gratefulness, respect, and most importantly, kindness.”
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Lioness Martial Arts
“I took the self-defense for women class and it was worth every penny!”
Allegheny Aikido
“They also organize regular seminars, where legendary Aikido instructors teach several classes a day over a weekend, and if you have never been thrown by a 7th dan Sensei, you don't know what you're missing (actually, if these words make sense to you, you probably do).”
Rising Sun Martial Arts Inc
“If you're considering letting your child try out karate with an emphasis on character development I highly recommend rising sun martial arts.”
Still Mountain Tai Chi and Qigong
“I have studied with David Clippinger for years and I feel he has helped me in unmeasurable ways.”
Pittsburgh Bujinkan Dojo
“Life changing learning can occur for the right individuals at the Pittsburgh Bujinkan Dojo!”
Pittsburgh Muay Thai (Khaay Muay Sit-Kangmongkorn)
“Stephen, Shane and all the trainers at Pittsburgh Muay Thai are top notch.”
Karate Shorin
“I have been studying with Hamilton Sensei for over a quarter of a century, and had found him to be an excellent instructor and a one-of-a-kind good human being.”
Steel Dragon
“There are several styles, so I'd recommend trying each to find which style fits your fitness goals and interests.”
Traditional Martial Arts Society
“What I really enjoy training at TMAS is not only the willingness of the instructors to teach you how to protect yourself, but also their microscopic attention to detail to ensure that you are doing the techniques properly and responsibly.”
Dynamic Defenders ATA Martial Arts
“My children and I love it and I have seen positive changes in them.”
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What students and parents say about gyms in Pittsburgh
- “The kids also learn a lot about self-confidence, self-esteem, fitness, respect, discipline, and about the importance of being goal oriented.” — from a review of North Hills ATA Martial Arts
- “My son has learned so much focus, confidence, and discipline since he joined this school 3 months ago.” — from a review of No Limits ATA Martial Arts
- “Sensei is an outstanding teacher - very patient with the class and also instills a sense of discipline.” — from a review of USA Professional Karate Studio
- “Awesome dojo. Lessons on how to be responsible and own your own actions and progress.” — from a review of Rising Sun Martial Arts Inc
- “The instructors help instill values of accountability and hard work, that would benefit anyone both in and out of the dojo.” — from a review of Traditional Martial Arts Society
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