Heva BJJ
“Came in with no knowledge of Jiu Jitsu and they showed me the ropes.”
Best Martial Arts Classes in Renton, WA
15 gyms listed · 4 in Renton · 12 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
Qualification Criteria for best of Winners
Minimum Overall Score
96 (100)
Minimum Reputation Rank
99 Percentile
All of our award winners are based on identifiable facts - reviews, performance, and experience - collected by scientific means. We use this data to assess each business’s essential features, weighting them according to their importance to customers.
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Success Martial Arts
“I would recommend this place to anyone wishing to learn TKD or if you just want to be more active”
Ruffhouse
“It only took one class and he could not wait to go back.”
Fairwood Martial Arts
“My son has attended for three years and it has been a journey of self-discovery as well as great physical challenges.”
The Academy of Kempo Martial Arts
“I can't imagine how the children growing up in our new World reality will handle life without learning so much of what they are given the knowledge of through Academy of Kempo.”
Lion's Way Martial Arts
“This is not only a good place for a kid to learn to protect themselves from bullies but also a good place for kids who might act like bullies to learn discipline and respect.”
The 15 gyms listed for Renton, WA 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: Renton, WA
4 of the 15 gyms we list are based in Renton; the other 11 serve Renton from towns including Seattle (12 mi), Kent (6 mi) and Burien (7 mi). The gyms on this page are rated from 4.7 to 5.0 across 1,313 reviews; 11 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "community" and "skills". 12 are open on Saturdays and 4 on Sundays. 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. 10 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 34 years. 2 are family- or locally-owned and 6 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; 13 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.
Are weekend martial arts classes listed for Renton?
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.
Seattle Shaolin Kungfu Academy
“This dynamic type of instruction has continued through their first few lessons and it is really helping my child build skills individually, yet feel like they are part of a team and group accomplishing something together.”
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Karate West
“It is exciting place for martial arts lovers”
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Muok Boxing
“Andy and his team bring extensive knowledge and enthusiasm to every class, whether it be Muay Thai or supplemental strength and conditioning training, while maintaining a high level of discipline, focus on safety, and attention to detail in their instruction.”
True Martial Arts
“She has learned so much from being part of the True Martial Arts family, but most importantly, discipline.”
Seattle Capoeira Center
“At the Seattle Capoeira Center, I've found the balance of community, workout, technique, and the music that makes you 'travel' from Seattle to Bahia-Brazil in my journey to become a better Angoleiro, one 'rasteira' at a time.”
Counterforce Taekwondo Burien
“Master Chris does a great job of teaching respect, discipline, and of course Taekwondo.”
Mercer Island Martial Arts
“In addition to teaching martial arts they also teach important life skills like listening, focus, and self-discipline.”
Axtion Club
“Whether training for a fight or just working on fitness, this is a great place to include in your regiment.”
Auburn Martial Arts Center
“They are great with kids and really believe in what they are teaching.”
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