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Mach Martial Arts
“I have been sending my son here from three years and we are so happy with the teachers and everything about this place.”
Best Martial Arts Classes in Pleasanton, CA
15 gyms listed · 9 in Pleasanton · 12 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Jue's Taekwon-do
“I personally love Jue's TKD Since it is a great place to learn basically life skills through physical activity, although the teachers are a little hard and pushing, there is always a good outcome in the end.”
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Kungfu Dragon USA — Pleasanton
“Very happy we found this place if you really want to get your kids tired and learn sthg really cool.”
Crispim BJJ Barra Brothers
“It was a little tough starting back up but I really feel good with the guidance from the coaches.”
Tri-Valley Judo & Jiu-Jitsu
“For a priceless experience coupled with top rate martial arts skill building I highly recommend TJV under the excellent leadership of Kevin Butler and his amazing staff.”
The Resistance Fitness Center
“Zero ego in this gym and everyone has a pleasant vibe with a willingness to help others.”
The 15 gyms listed for Pleasanton, 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.
Area overview: Pleasanton, CA
9 of the 15 gyms we list are based in Pleasanton; the other 6 serve Pleasanton from Livermore (7 mi), Dublin (4 mi) and Castro Valley (10 mi). The gyms on this page are rated from 4.8 to 5.0 across 550 reviews; 4 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "skills", "confidence" and "atmosphere". 12 are open on Saturdays and 5 on Sundays. 3 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 12 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 30 years. We have a website on file for all 15 of the gyms on this page; 14 publish a contact page; 12 list a public email and 7 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.
Are weekend martial arts classes listed for Pleasanton?
12 of the 15 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.
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Wu Xing Do Martial Arts & Fitness
“Amazing martial arts instructor super patient and easy going.”
Kokua Martial Arts Fitness Academy
“The owner and head instructor Sigung Esther Molina is fantastic at what she does - she cares for her students but still doesn't go easy on us to make sure we do things correctly and with intention.”
Tornado Acro Gymnastics & Martial Arts Sport Club
“Really good gymnastics and trampoline spot for kids!”
DO Martial Arts
“For the past 18 months, our family has been deeply engaged with DO Martial Arts' Little Warriors program, and we couldn't be happier with our experience.”
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Team Martial Arts Inc.
“The instructors are incredibly engaging and fun, and the scheduling flexibility makes it possible to work martial arts into our schedule with three kids.”
United Studios of Self Defense
“My goal for my spirited son was not for him to become a black belt, but for him to find a positive male role model who would respectfully work with me on my sons ability to listen to directions, his impulse control, and how to consciously focus his energy to himself, while becoming more aware of his spacial awareness.”
Darcio Lira Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Martial Arts
“An amazing jiu jitsu experience I have so much fun in this class and I've learned so much on self defense and technique and I now have a strong confidence with myself in the fact that I know how to effectively defend myself and others thanks to all the amazing instructors-Mateo contreras”
Charles Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Livermore
“All of the Professors and coaches have been so supportive and accommodating, with quality instruction and attention to fine details.”
Sky Martial Arts
“They try to make sure that the child is making overall progress in terms of studies and family values along with their Taekowondo skills by including it as a mandatory goal in order to achieve their next level belts.”
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about gyms in and near Pleasanton
- “All the coaches are very knowledgeable and everyone from the dojo is super welcoming.” — from a review of Tri-Valley Judo & Jiu-Jitsu
- “Kungfu has also helped my kids with life skills such as discipline, focus, and perseverance.” — from a review of Kungfu Dragon USA — Pleasanton
- “If anyone is thinking of joining or having your child join I can’t recommend this dojo enough.” — from a review of United Studios of Self Defense
- “Coach cares about everyone, no matter your belt rank, age or training goals.” — from a review of Tri-Valley Judo & Jiu-Jitsu
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