Korean Martial Arts Academy Salinas (Kmaa)
“It has had a profoundly positive impact on her development, and I am grateful for the opportunity for her to learn and grow in such a supportive and empowering environment”
Best Martial Arts Classes near Salinas, CA
3 of these gyms are based in Salinas; the others serve Salinas from towns including Monterey (14 mi), Seaside (13 mi) and Prunedale (8 mi).
7 open weekends · all 10 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
Curtis Sells Martial Arts
“Highly recommend this studio for anyone that would like to learn discipline, respect, and self defense.”
Salinas Martial Arts Center
Art of Entanglement
“Came to AOE to train some JiuJitsu on vacation and Coach Chris and his students were so kind and welcoming!”
Elite Team Monterey Jiujitsu
“Been learning from Mark for the better part of a decade, and the breadth and depth of his knowledge has no equal in Monterey.”
Monterey Bay Taekwondo Academy
“It is an amazing environment for anyone and you are treated like family the moment you walk in the front door.”
The 10 gyms listed for Salinas, 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: Salinas, CA
The 10 gyms on this page are rated from 4.6 to 5.0 across 353 reviews; 3 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "skills" and "confidence". 7 are open on Saturdays and 3 on Sundays. Domain records put 5 websites of the gyms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1999. We have a website on file for 9 of the gyms on this page; 7 publish a contact page; 5 list a public email and 1 takes 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.
Why are some gyms here outside Salinas?
3 of the 10 gyms sit inside Salinas. The rest come from other towns inside 15 mi, each shown under the city it belongs to. Distance is measured straight-line, so check the route before you plan a class you would drive to twice a week.
Ragnarok Athletics
“I've tried a-lot of training in Monterey County & I'd recommend this one above all.”
Aikido of Monterey
“Lots of classes in open hand Aikido & weapons, with a thriving children's program.”
Martial Arts Institute
“Instructors were strong yet gentle, talented while humble and just good people all around.”
Yosokan Dojo Martial Arts Center
“I would recommend any parent to have their child get lessons at this dojo”
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