One Martial Arts
“OMA provides positive value and experience for our children and they love the parents' night out and holiday activities that OMA has done for the community!!!”
Best Martial Arts Classes near San Rafael, CA
1 of these gyms is based in San Rafael; the others serve San Rafael from towns including San Francisco (17 mi), El Cerrito (13 mi) and South San Francisco (24 mi).
22 open weekends · all 24 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 21, 2026
10th Planet Jiu Jitsu San Mateo
“The academy's approach to jiu jitsu is well-rounded, focusing not only on the physical aspects of the sport but also the mental and spiritual aspects.”
Ralph Gracie Jiu Jitsu
“From the moment you walk in, you're welcomed into a supportive and friendly community that genuinely cares about your progress and well-being.”
Romulo Melo Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
“Have personally travelled with him to Rio De Janeiro and trained with him at the gym - a high level coach + competitor and just a fantastic person overall!”
Pallen's Martial Arts
“They are patient, very understanding, sweet, fun, and they even work with people that has an disability.”
Evolve Training Center
“My 5 year old son has been going here for jiu jitsu for several months, and the whole rest of the family has gotten involved in some way too.”
The 24 gyms listed for San Rafael, 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 Rafael, CA
The 24 gyms on this page are rated from 4.6 to 5.0 across 1,149 reviews; 7 have 50 or more reviews. When students and parents rate these gyms on specific qualities, they most often praise quality (93%), professionalism (90%) and communication (76%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "atmosphere", "community" and "skills". 21 are open on Saturdays and 6 on Sundays. 4 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 17 websites of the gyms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1997. 1 is family- or locally-owned and 6 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 24 of the gyms on this page; 19 publish a contact page; 17 list a public email and 9 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 Rafael?
22 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.
Hapkido-Gracie Jiujitsu-Muay Thai-Eskrima
“Weather you are looking for a place to learn Hapkido yourself, for your child, or as a family I definitely recommend this place.”
AB Mixed Martial Arts Academy
“They really know what they are doing and take their time to make sure you learn what they are teaching.”
Colhado Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy
“The coach is very detailed and technical in his instruction with a deep knolwdge of judo and MMA.”
Empire Jiu Jitsu
“I've been training here for 4 months now and I highly recommend it.”
El Niño Training Center
“Great training center with skilled and credentialed instructors”
Dojo USA World Training Center
“Friendly AND the most positive influence in your life.”
Berkeley Cuong Nhu Karate
“Fantastic martial arts dojo with classes for kids, teens and adults.”
The Martial Arts Academy of Marin
“Throughout the years the classes have provided a friendly, family-accessible environment for adults and kids and maintain a good balance between discipline, technical explanation, philosophy and personalized training.”
Griffin Judo
“My son loved the experience, great teachers and owners highly recommend them.”
Aikido by the Bay
“There's great community, and aikido is such a powerful, yet non-violent, art.”
Bay Jiu-Jitsu
“All around great group of people to learn from and train with at Bay Jiu-Jitsu.”
The Marin Dojo
“When we started a boxing program, he worked with our staff to make sure we were teaching proper form.”
Barrios Martial Arts
“The adult BJJ team is like a family which made me feel very comfortable starting at a new gym with only a few months of experience, and as a female grappler.”
East Bay Judo Institute
“The judo families and kids have formed a positive support system to help each of us grow and overcome challenges on and off the mat.”
Charles Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy
“) All the coaches really care about the kids' developing a solid foundation in jiujitsu along with their self-confidence.”
Rise Combat Sports
“Also love the sense of camaraderie at this gym, feels like a family and going in to train is the best part of my day.”
510 Judo
“Everyone is friendly and the class structures are very accessible for all ages and skill levels.”
Team Santos Jiu Jitsu
“Best BJJ in the Bay Area, no question, and would recommend to anyone and everyone looking to learn martial arts, self defense, or just get in shape!!”
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