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Team Shark
“The bottom line, If you want a great workout, a proven martial art for self defense, a sport with near endless nuance, or just a great group of people to hang out with, Team Shark is the place for you.”
Best Martial Arts Classes in San Antonio, TX
24 gyms listed · all 24 in San Antonio · 21 open weekends · 23 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 21, 2026
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Peace Keeper Karate
“There is no more gratifying feeling to a parent than to see see their child metamorphose from the kind of child who sits in front of the television all time to one who is more healthy and athletic.”
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Marra Senki Jiu-Jitsu Academy
“Prices are fair, and you get what you pay for which is learning high quality martial arts with solid fundamentals that isn't watered down by any means, and much more at this gym.”
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Gfteam San Antonio
“Mike and Emma are great instructors, great teammates, everybody is friendly and courteous wether you are a competitor or just trying a new workout you will love this school, great atmosphere.”
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Brazilian Top Team
“Brazilian Top Team was the only place to return my call and I was able to jump right in , I was welcomed by everyone and loved the expirence , the quality of instruction was fantastic and would highly recommend this place from beginner to expert .”
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Studio Martial Arts
- Ram
- Confidence
- Teach
“My daughter and I are learning so much in the school - not only self defense techniques (wing chung and mixed martial arts) and personal fitness, but also being leaders and most importantly, being nice human beings!”
The 24 gyms listed for San Antonio, TX 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: San Antonio, TX
All 24 gyms we list here are in San Antonio itself. We have 62 gyms in San Antonio on file; this page shows the highest-rated 24. The gyms on this page are rated from 4.4 to 5.0 across 2,718 reviews; 21 have 50 or more reviews and 23 are rated 4.5 or higher. When students and parents rate these gyms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (88%), quality (81%) and communication (76%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "confidence" and "skills". 21 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 14 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 37 years. 1 offers a free trial or consultation and 4 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 24 of the gyms on this page; 20 publish a contact page; 14 list a public email and 8 take bookings online. We count these figures across the gyms on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the gym before you enroll.
Which gyms listed for San Antonio show a timetable online?
All 24 gyms have a website on file. The useful ones name the instructor against each slot and mark which classes take beginners. A site built around the founder's rank and a contact form tells you nothing about the Tuesday night you would actually be standing in.
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Carlson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu San Antonio
“The kids coaches do a great job with the program and managing the different age groups, I've noticed a huge improvement not only in my children's skill level but their behavior and discipline at home as well.”
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Tiger Hong's World Class Tae Kwon Do
“The classes are open to different days each week which WORKS so much better than set days and works better my co-parenting schedule this way dad and I can make the classes and it works so much easier with everyone's schedule!”
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CDK Tae Kwon-Do Club Culebra
- Confidence
- Learning
- Classes
“From the start of our first trial class, the staff and instructors at CDK (especially Master Nathan Cantu, who is absolutely amazing) have been so warm, welcoming and had such a positive impact on our children.”
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World Karate
“Overall, I highly recommend World Karate to any parent looking for a program that combines physical activity, discipline, and character development in a supportive and enjoyable environment.”
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JK Taekwondo Martial Arts Academy
“I spent an hour trying to write this post because I simply couldn't find the words to express the true positive impact this place has had on my daughter..”
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Pinnacle Martial Arts Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & MMA San Antonio
- Coach Daniel
- Train
- Shape
“I would recommend it 100% it's unfortunate I have to leave pinnacle for college but I will have the knowledge of what coach Brian coach Daniel coach Dale and coach Andrew have taught me from how to improve my skills or how to improve myself mentally.”
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Bushido Martial Arts
“He is now enrolled as a regular student; not only has his self-confidence increased, but he is showing a passion and work ethic that we have never seen in him before.”
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Dominion MMA
- BJJ
- Atmosphere
- Door
“I've been looking for an outstanding coach that gives instructions as detailed and understandable as my last coach who is a black belt under Renzo and Marcelo.”
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Excel Martial Arts
“They also help the students develop their ability to face challenges and to handle them in the right way by training them not just physically but emotionally and mentally with lots of activities.”
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Kingdom Martial Arts Academy
“Very recently I the parent have joined KMA and take Coach Daisy women's self defense class and royal rump, it's always a good work out, it's so motivational, you get to work on yourself and then get to relax afterwards.”
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Championship Martial Arts
“Making the decision at 35 to pursue something fun, educational and not so much physically demanding but enough to feel it the next day was made so much easier with help of Sensai B2 and Sensai Ingrid.”
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National School of Martial Arts
“At NSMA they learn a new sport/martial art and get structured physical activity, all while learning respect and discipline rather than run around on a playground at a generic after school program.”
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S A Kids Karate
- Confidence
- Sensei
- Parents
“His improvement in discipline and courtesy was developed greatly because of this school and their instructors, so much so we kept him going throughout the summer as well!”
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Gracie Barra San Antonio- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Self-Defense
- Learn
- Professor
- Passion
“As someone with a visual disability I have been taken in as a student with this disability but in a very safe training environment that allows me to still learn Jiu Jitsu and stay in shape, despite my disability.”
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Rodrigo Pinheiro Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
- Team
- Train
- Life
“He's grown so much as a person thanks in part to the values and positive culture RPBJJ instills…this place isn't just about jiu jitsu, they are about developing well balanced, healthy, confident kids.”
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Kung Jung Mu Sul (Kjms)
“This is a great place for anyone who wants a positive environment, where as a parent you are 100% confident your child will leave every day with a slightly better attitude than they had before they arrived.”
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Sanchin Karate School
“You will gain more of an education and skill in martial arts than you bargained for, with experience ranging from traditional Japanese juijitsu to Wing Chun in his cadre, Eduardo's entire life has been nothing but martial arts, (18+ years).”
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Submission Hacker
- Learn
- Coach
- Carlos Machado
“Steven is the main striking coach/mma with years of Muay Thai training and judo and coach Jerry is a Jiu-Jitsu black belt straight from Carlos Machado.”
Martial Arts Training Services in San Antonio, TX Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$94
Maximum cost
$475
National Average
$150
Avg Per Hour Rates
$63
$125
$188
Typical price range is based on 330 cost profiles
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