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Roanoke Taekwondo & Ninjatrix Academy
- Adults
- Belt
- Confidence
“When I first began the program (several months ago) I couldn't do a lunge (one inch from the floor) without using my hands to push back to starting position.”
Best Martial Arts Classes in Roanoke, VA
24 gyms listed · 8 in Roanoke · 11 open weekends · 22 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
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Excel Martial Arts
“I have great respect for Master Palmer's patience and skill with children's classes, and looking back we see the impact it had on our daughter as she advanced through the various levels.”
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Franklin's Taekwondo
“As a parent, and as a Taekwondo student, I have been 100% pleased with Franklin's TKD and encourage anyone interested in learning it to come in and try it out!”
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Star City Taekwondo
- Environment
- Learn
- Discipline
“The Starnes's are great with all the kids, so patient, so welcoming, and they work hard to make sure all their students are trained well but also have fun!”
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Coastal Muay Thai
- Felt
- Trip
- Train
“From the respect, charisma, work ethic, teaching ability, and so on, I will be considering moving to the area just to be able to continue training with these guys.”
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Hybrid Martial Arts Center
- Environment
- Culture
- BJJ
“The culture here is excellent - I've been training here for two years now and I have never once had a significant issue with the staff or any people training at the gym.”
The 24 gyms listed for Roanoke, VA 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: Roanoke, VA
8 of the 24 gyms we list are based in Roanoke; the other 16 serve Roanoke from towns including Christiansburg (27 mi), Lynchburg (43 mi) and Vinton (4 mi). 23 of the gyms on this page have a rating, from 4.4 to 5.0 across 729 reviews; 7 have 50 or more reviews and 22 are rated 4.5 or higher. When students and parents rate these gyms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (98%), communication (78%) and quality (78%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "atmosphere", "skills" and "confidence". 11 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 19 websites of the gyms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2001. 2 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 24 of the gyms on this page; 16 publish a contact page; 17 list a public email and 3 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 Roanoke?
11 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.
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Elliott's Family Karate Acadamy
- Disciplined
- Skills
- Learned
“Not only have they learned valuable skills that will help them through life, but they are confident children that are not afraid to do the right thing.”
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Roanoke Kung Fu Academy
- Sifu
- Ving Tsun
- Self Defense
“The people are welcoming and warm, and instructors are great at adapting drills and exercises toward individual goals, different body types and heights, and different levels.”
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Shaolin Dragons Kung Fu Wu-Shu
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Kick30 Kickboxing Roanoke VA @ OMA Training Center
“James is very thorough and patient and is able to customize the daily workouts to make sure people of all fitness levels can enjoy a satisfying yet demanding workout.”
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Krav Maga Roanoke
- Adults
- Learn
- Self Defense
“I visited several different martial arts studios before deciding and chose RVAMA because of the amount of interactive one on one attention each person receives in every class as well as the practicality of the skills being taught compared to the othe...”
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Grappling Sports
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New River Tang Soo Do
“Love the instructors and their patience and willingness to work with people with various disabilities.”
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NRV Kung Fu
- Ving Tsun
“I love Ving Tsun (Wing Chun), I have tried many martial arts and Ving Tsun is extremely adaptable and versatile, teaching masterful skills through sensitivity development.”
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NRV Traditional Karate
“Sensei Bobby and Sensei Carolyn do a great job training the older and younger kids to respect each other and the dojo while also instilling confidence, encouraging exercise, and teaching the kids strong values: To seek perfection of character.”
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Beasley Martial Arts and Fitness
- Strength
- Coach
- Learned
“I highly recommend coming here if you have any desire to learn self defense, if you're already a pro who is looking for someplace to train, or just want an exciting new way to workout!”
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Team Mannon BJJ
- Mats
- Athletes
- Belts
“Having grappled at the professional level through this gym, I can say without a doubt that this is the most welcoming community I've ever experienced.”
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Nova Jiu Jitsu
- Self Defense
- Fitness
- Train
“I've been a member at several jiu jitsu schools, and trained at dozens more over the course of my 8 years in the sport; NOVA ranks among the very best.”
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Mike Petersen's Kempo Karate School
“Just the best instructors and will never go anywhere else!”
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Renaissance Academy of Martial Arts
“Both my 5 year old son and husband started training here, not only is it a great environment with amazing teachers but everyone is a family and so welcoming!”
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Checkmat Lynchburg Jiu Jitsu
- Game
- Competitive
- Environment
“We knew nothing about BJJ but decided to try Checkmat because they offered a free week and then month to month after that so the commitment was low to try it out.”
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Feks Martial Arts Center
- Patience
- Kickboxing
- Self-Defense
“Each one is supportive and complimentary to each and every one of their students, encouraging them to achieve their goals through hard work and determination.”
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Blue Ridge Self Defense
- Fitness
- Awareness
- Information
“I very highly recommend that any woman participate in a private session, particularly if she's in need of the extra confidence in taking care of herself.”
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The Edge Martial Arts and Tumbling
- Muay Thai
- BJJ
- Learn
“The Edge has incredible martial arts programs for all skill levels and ages, great coaches and an family atmosphere that is so positive and inviting for everybody!”
Martial Arts Training Services in Roanoke, VA Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$88
Maximum cost
$442
National Average
$140
Avg Per Hour Rates
$59
$117
$175
Typical price range is based on 437 cost profiles
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