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Paragon Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu San Luis Obispo
- Facility
- Area
- Feel
“I am a pure boxer but the owner are the most chill and down to earth people and allow my coach and other boxets to come workout and hold sparring sessions.”
Best Martial Arts Classes in San Luis Obispo, CA
24 gyms listed · 5 in San Luis Obispo · 15 open weekends · all 24 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
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Pit.fit
- Classes
- Learn
- Shape
“My husband and I went there while in college, I was able to do cardio group kickboxing classes with my friends while he was able to grapple, all under the same roof.”
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US Academy of Martial Arts Inc.
- Respect
- Confidence
- Classes
“The way Sensei commands the attention of these little ones is impressive, and I can't believe how quickly our boys have learned skills and gained confidence.”
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Bayside Martial Arts
- Tai Chi
“I will definitely seek him out for more training when my schedule permits.”
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Elite Muay Thai Academy
- Skills
- Lessons
“Highly recommend to anyone who wants to learn how to grow, experience a family like atmosphere and handle your business like some of the best in the county; These guys are the real deal.”
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Team Moreira Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
- Happy
- Practice
“Would 100% recommend coming to Team Moreira for anyone - wonderful practice and Rob Lewis has really made this a truly great experience for learning and growing in jiu jitsu.”
The 24 gyms listed for San Luis Obispo, 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: San Luis Obispo, CA
5 of the 24 gyms we list are based in San Luis Obispo; the other 19 serve San Luis Obispo from towns including Santa Maria (26 mi), Atascadero (16 mi) and Nipomo (19 mi). The gyms on this page are rated from 4.8 to 5.0 across 767 reviews; 7 have 50 or more reviews. When students and parents rate these gyms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (92%), communication (82%) and quality (76%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "skills", "confidence" and "atmosphere". 14 are open on Saturdays and 5 on Sundays. 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 14 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 41 years. 2 offer a free trial or consultation and 4 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 20 of the gyms on this page; 14 publish a contact page; 12 list a public email and 7 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 San Luis Obispo?
15 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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Pit North
“Great place”
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CKD Academy of Martial Arts
- Discipline
- Parent's
- Role
“Sensei Heather and Sensei Travis communicate to the kids in a way that instills respect but also allows them to have fun and move, which my boys have responded very well to.”
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Westmore Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
- Skills
- Shape
- Wrestling
“If you are considering training Jiu Jitsu or Muay, Thai for the first time or are looking for a martial arts gym in the area I highly recommend West More jiu jitsu / 805 kickboxing.”
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Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Nipomo
“Although trained in other martial arts as well, he values the technical, artistic and self-defense aspects of BJJ in addition to the more common sports-based application.”
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Paragon of Santa Maria
“Highly recommend this gym for anyone living in the area or just passing through.”
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S6 Martial Arts
- Adults
- Confidence
- Karate
“Every class he is not only learning how to defend himself but valuable life lessons such as the meaning of integrity, the importance of being humble, and to work hard towards your goal.”
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Carlson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu
“Best Jiu Jitsu in the central coast!”
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E.m_taekwondo
- Learning
“It doesn't matter and if you have experience or not, they explain it to you very well with patience, it is not uncomfortable, it is a positive environment with a lot of support.”
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Superior Combat Training
- Kung fu
- Sifu
- Learning
“If you are looking for a traditional yet efficient way of defending yourself, a diverse family of kung fu brothers and the best damn Wing Chun around this is the place to train.”
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Mark Gill's Cho Chi Zen Karate Studio
“I was able to hire the company to deal with my refrigerator gasket, and I was lucky that they provided me with exceptional service.”
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Family Martial Arts Centers
- Karate
- Sensei
- Nephew
“My son has been struggling with ADHD and ADD and participating with Family Martial Arts center and has been doing excellent and has been aging from learning my patience and structure”
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Rising Sun Martial Arts Academy
- Learning
“The craftsmanship that the dojo has gives you the feel of real martial arts training.”
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Santa Maria Taekwondo & Judo Academy
“Went to a tournament that they hosted and now my kids want to start sparring.”
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Tae Ryong Taekwondo School
- Confidence
- Classes
- People
“Especially as an adult I would recommend this, not only will you have others there to encourage you, support you and push you; you will get the feeling of accomplishment as you gain and learn skills in Taekwondo.”
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Art of Entanglement
- Competition
- Teaching
- Drilling
“Unlike the other academy's AOE cares about their students and parents, Chris and Gabriel take an extra step into the care of our children and will accommodate any situation.”
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Elite Team Monterey Jiujitsu
- Mats
- Skills
- Lifestyle
“Coach Mark will demonstrate the concepts behind these techniques and show why they are considered "dangerous" and if you were to be caught by these techniques, how to escape or diffuse these positions.”
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JT Taekwondo/Karate Kickboxing and Fitness
“Also something that I absolutely loved was the fact that they let my kids try the class first to see if they liked it obviously I signed them up right after that first class kids had a blast”
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Gracie Barra Santa Barbara
- Learn
- Train
- Competitors
“As a woman is very important to me to be able to train and focus on my progress and feel comfortable in the environment I'm in and trust the people I'm training with.”
Martial Arts Training Services in San Luis Obispo, CA Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$76
Maximum cost
$383
National Average
$121
Avg Per Hour Rates
$51
$101
$152
Typical price range is based on 318 cost profiles
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