Best Martial Arts and Combat Sports Classes in San Francisco, CA
The highest-rated Martial Arts Training companies out of 100 vetted & reviewed in the San Francisco area.
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10th Planet Jiu Jitsu San Mateo
10th Planet San Jose Jiu Jitsu
AB Mixed Martial Arts Academy
Aikido by the Bay
Berkeley Cuong Nhu Karate
Black Tiger Taekwondo Martial
Caio Terra Academy
Colhado Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy
Davenriche European Martial Artes School
Dojo USA World Training Center
El Niño Training Center
Empire Jiu Jitsu
Evolve Training Center
Fightcraft- Home of Bang Muay Thai
Griffin Performance Judo
Guerrilla Jiu-Jitsu Martial Arts Academy
Hapkido-Gracie Jiujitsu-Muay Thai-Eskrima
Marco Nascimento Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
One Martial Arts
Pallen’s Martial Arts
Ralph Gracie Jiu Jitsu
Romulo Melo Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
The Martial Arts Academy of Marin
Wushu Central Martial Arts Academy
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One Martial Arts
(48)
“The youth karate lessons really build up the students, teaching not only self defense but also the values of respect, hard work, and the importance of celebrating the journey.”
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The Martial Arts Academy of Marin
(24)
Wing Chun
Life
Skill
“Still, when I found The Martial Arts Academy in San Rafael, I got surprised with all the new things I can learn and the old things I can refine and re-learn.”
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10th Planet Jiu Jitsu San Mateo
(48)
Martial Arts, Kickboxing, Self Defense
“He really fosters a great training environment as he cares about helping me with my technique and always makes me feel welcome every time I go to class!”
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Caio Terra Academy
(48)
“Thank you Nick and Caio for the awesome support you have given over the years to the coaches and students of Performance Martial Arts Academy in Roseburg and Springfield, OR.”
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Ralph Gracie Jiu Jitsu
(50)
“From the warm reception to the expert guidance of the skilled instructors, the academy provides a welcoming environment suitable for practitioners of all levels.”
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Fightcraft
(49)
“In addition to a great experience in the gym you also get online access to videos to expand your knowledge off the mat, to better prepare you for your next class!”
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Romulo Melo Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
(45)
Vaccinated
Competitor
Holiday
“Romulo does a fantastic job of elaborating the sequence of movements and positions that are involved to escape or submit, as well as referencing moves from the previous week.”
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Pallen's Martial Arts
(48)
“Not only has Pallen's been a special place in the short time we've been there, but they continuously engage with the community to support those in need.”
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Evolve Training Center
(42)
“Coaches from my previous gym recommended I take my training here (we moved to the Peninsula from the East Bay) and I have enjoyed every moment I am there.”
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Hapkido-Gracie Jiujitsu-Muay Thai-Eskrima
(4)
“Both the MT instructors, Rocky and Carlo, are very friendly, welcoming, highly knowledgeable about martial arts, and push you to become better.”
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Guerrilla Jiu-Jitsu Martial Arts Academy
(48)
Injury
Competitive
Studio
“My daughter looks forward to her class each week and her coaches explains each move in such simple and detailed way that a 3y/o is able to mimic it home.”
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AB Mixed Martial Arts Academy
(19)
Learn
“This was my 6 year old daughter's first week here and she loved it.”
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Colhado Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy
(34)
Black Belts
Competitors
Picnics
“Matheus Colhado, the owner and main instructor, has a unique teaching style that has made it really easy to learn and I feel that my Jui Jitsu has improved a lot since I've been here.”
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Empire Jiu Jitsu
(48)
Competition
Concepts
Wrestling
“There's a bunch of fundamentals classes throughout the week where you learn the basic movements and concepts needed for the sport, then hop into the evenings/ nogi/ wrestling classes when you feel ready.”
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Wushu Central Martial Arts Academy
(47)
“The coaches are consistent with their teachings and provide a safe, nurturing, and fun environment that fits all kinds of children's needs and levels of learning.”
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Dojo USA World Training Center
(12)
Discipline
Adults
Life
“Shopping for a school can be daunting but know that here you will find the instructors pay close attention to proper technique to avoid injury and deliver efficient strikes, provide ample safety gear, teach with positive reinforcement, and are family...”
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El Niño Training Center
(32)
Happy
Skills
MMA
“Gilbert and Keri Melendez are the most down to earth and have a true love for martial arts and it shows in the way their gym is thriving, they have put a lot of thought in the structure of the classes and they invest their time with students.”
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Berkeley Cuong Nhu Karate
(1)
“Fantastic martial arts dojo with classes for kids, teens and adults.”
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Black Tiger Taekwondo Martial
(28)
Confidence
Attention
Black Belt
“I feel fortunate my child is associated with Team Black Tiger and would recommend this place to anyone who is willing to learn taekwondo and much more.”
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Griffin Judo
(32)
Train
Son
Discipline
“The senseis not only impart Judo techniques but also instill essential virtues and character development in their students, just as Shihan Jigoro Kano intended for Judo to be a development of character as well as a martial art.”
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Davenriche European Martial Artes School
(24)
“As a beginner I felt that they really care about teaching and getting new people up to speed, while perfecting the skills of longtime returning students.”
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10th Planet San Jose Jiu Jitsu
(24)
Shape
Environment
Understanding
“He also practices what he preaches, and regularly shows that what he teaches works on the highest levels by competing at plenty of high profile events.”
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Aikido by the Bay
(23)
Community
Atmosphere
Sensei
“Besides classical martial arts Aikido, Daniel also teaches the self defense classes (like the one he gave to my daughter through girl scouts) and the real world core classes.”
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Marco Nascimento Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
(25)
“There are lots of ways it can be bad fit: one who injures training partners consistently, who is not considerate, who doesn't listen to Marco's instruction or advice, or who doesn't follow the rules and guidelines of the gym - these rules are there f...”
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