Burke's Martial Arts
“Looked for a Muay Thai program after moving to RI and having trained for a long time before and so glad I found this place.”
Best Martial Arts Classes in Providence, RI
15 gyms listed · 5 in Providence · 12 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
Tim Burrill Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
“If you are a beginner or a current Martial Artist looking to learn Brazilian Jiu Jitsu TBBJJ is the place for you.”
EP Martial Arts: Self-Defense and Fitness
“A wide variety of different arts without any of the salesmanship and gimmicks.”
Providence BJJ
“Professor Marco and the rest of the Providence BJJ team have succeeded in creating a fun environment of sustainable growth, teamwork, and dad jokes.”
Playground Jiu Jitsu
“Paulo and Vin are both excellent and knowledgeable instructors with years of competition experience.”
Main Street Martial Arts
“The senseis, sempais, and senior students at main street martial arts are some of the warmest and most caring people you could ever hope to meet.”
The 15 gyms listed for Providence, RI 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: Providence, RI
5 of the 15 gyms we list are based in Providence; the other 10 serve Providence from towns including East Providence (3 mi), Johnston (4 mi) and North Providence (4 mi). The gyms on this page are rated from 4.5 to 5.0 across 1,045 reviews; 8 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "atmosphere", "facilities" and "knowledge". 12 are open on Saturdays and 7 on Sundays. 5 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 8 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 31 years. 3 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 15 of the gyms on this page; 11 publish a contact page; 10 list a public email and 9 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 Providence?
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.
US Taekwondo Complex
“They are very good, patients, caind & respectful, my kisds love them all💪💪 …”
Ricardo Cavalcanti Bjj Rhode Island
“It's a lot of work to get promoted, but really all you need to do is commit to showing up & you'll improve.”
Ocean State Studios BJJ
“I quickly fell in love with grappling soon after trying it out, and when I walked through the doors to OSS I knew I was going to be spending a lot of my time here.”
Rondeau's Kickboxing
“She continues to gi above and beyond consulting and providing invaluable guidance.”
Don Rodrigues Karate Academy & CBR Kickboxing
“The instructors take the time to understand what your personal goals are and teach you at your pace.”
Rocky Silva's American Karate
“L has made my son feel so comfortable and has begun to help him break out of his shell.”
Tri-Force MMA
“Kids aren't just learning techniques; they are learning to have self control, be better listeners and better teammates.”
Derderian Academy of Martial Arts
“They are great with the kids and help them learn not just martial arts but lessons they can use their whole life.”
Renzo Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
“RGBI has the perfect balance of a clean, comfortable, and inviting facility, competitive yet positive practitioners, great coaching, an establish and trusted lineage, and a family environment”
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