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Garth Taylor Jiu Jitsu
- Learn
- Classes
- Train
“Mostly a Jiu Jitsu studio but boxing and kickboxing offered as well, the boxing classes are a lot of fun, great workout and teaches fundamentals with sparring at the end of class.”
Best Martial Arts Classes in Santa Clara, CA
24 gyms listed · 9 in Santa Clara · 18 open weekends · 22 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
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Laird's Academy of Martial Arts
“Great for the youngsters and for the older adults, great workout and you come out learning how to defend yourself”
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Silva Martial Arts
“We are happy to belong to the Silva Martial Arts family, The instructors are very friendly, knowledgeable and proficient in their art and we believe this is the best thing we have done for our boy.”
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Nakano Judo Academy
- Sensei
- Players
- Train
“Nakano Sensei is such an incredible teacher and coach, breaking down complex movements into methodical step by step exercises to practice making every movement perfect.”
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Minorsan Self-Defense & Fitness
- Feel
- Working Out
- Confidence
“Clara provides great wisdom, teaches you how to handle life's challenges (rolling with the punches literally), and the program provides a safe place to physically get out those emotions while also strengthening your body, mind and spirit.”
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Loopkicks Tricking
- Learning
- Skilled
- Understanding
“Mark (the Instructor) and actually along with a few other attendees - whom I might add were exceptionally friendly and open in giving me safe feedback, were very meticulous and nurturing about the whole process; from training to trying it my way own ...”
The 24 gyms listed for Santa Clara, 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: Santa Clara, CA
9 of the 24 gyms we list are based in Santa Clara; the other 15 serve Santa Clara from towns including Santa Cruz (27 mi), San Jose (8 mi) and Los Gatos (9 mi). The gyms on this page are rated from 4.0 to 5.0 across 835 reviews; 2 have 50 or more reviews and 22 are rated 4.5 or higher. When students and parents rate these gyms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (96%), quality (92%) and communication (88%). 16 are open on Saturdays and 6 on Sundays. 1 has 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 1998. 7 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 22 of the gyms on this page; 17 publish a contact page; 19 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.
Which gyms listed for Santa Clara show a timetable online?
22 of the 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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Primetime Martial Arts
- Classes
- Addition
- Fitness
“Everything here is geared towards lifting up the students as well as their families and your best experience will come from fully immersing yourself in everything Primetime Martial Arts has to offer.”
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Aikido of Santa Cruz
“I thought it would be funny to leave a review about a guy with a bad attitude who wants to learn how to beat people up that keeps walking in the door and outside.”
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Kimoo Martial Arts
- Hapkido
- Taekwondo
- Skills
“Having a Ph D in Oriental Medicine, he is able to teach the pressure points and inner knowledge of Hapkido needed, combining the techniques with knowledge of health, as it was taught in the past.”
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Mao Pelo Pe Capoeira South Bay
- Spring Floor
- Trampoline
“Whether you are new to capoeira/tricking or a long time practicer, Mike's class will be an amazing way to improve your technique, get stronger, and learn new skills.”
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Santa Clara Kenpo Academy
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“Training space is always clean and has a positive vibe, instructors are patient and firm with many years of experience in teaching and well as their own continuous training.”
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Silicon Valley Judo
“SVJ has had guest instructors in to do clinics such as Marty Malloy, Olympic bronze medalist and Mike Swain, a five time Olympian.”
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Studio Kicks Training Center
“Great studio with attentive instructors and a nice community atmosphere.”
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Muay Thai Academy
“No Bro-Culture here, everyone treats each other with respect and dignity.”
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Academy of Martial Arts
“Looks cool lol”
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Freefall MMA
“Mike is an incredible professor who is dedicated to sharing his wisdom and technique with others in a way that we can understand.”
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West Side Aerobics & Martial
“An excellent studio on the Westside of Santa Cruz offering a wide array of fitness and martia arts classes.”
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Alafia Capoeira
“I have accomplished and engaged in many different skills and feats since the opening, and feel like I've grown as a person and martial artists with the consistent training.”
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Santa Cruz Martial Arts & Fitness
“Highlander is not only teaching students the fundamentals of martial arts, but also teaching respect and kindness.”
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American Arnis Academy
“Integrated martial arts training derived from the Filipino art of stick fighting - self defense, fitness, self confidence and self discipline”
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All-Pro Tae Kwon Do Studio
“Birthday parties at this place are super fun – my son learned about this studio through his friend's birthday party, and wanted to sign up right away.”
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Ralph Gracie Jiu Jitsu
“This is really great because while these things are inevitable in a contact sport, the leadership at this gym are extremely situationally aware of their students' physical state and manage your session(s) so that you stay safe and can recover and co...”
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Caio Terra Academy
“The incredible skill & detail of instruction in both the adults and kids classes, the cleanliness of the facility, the inclusive "One Team" environment and the commitment to working through the pandemic with members to ensure they had the support, tr...”
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TG Taekwondo
“Masters are wonderful, very patient in making the kids understand the technique and very helpful during testing time too .”
Martial Arts Training Services in Santa Clara, CA Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$90
Maximum cost
$453
National Average
$144
Avg Per Hour Rates
$60
$120
$179
Fair price range is based on 291 cost profiles
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about gyms in and near Santa Clara
- “The students, and especially the ranked belts, are also so nice, welcoming, and eager to help you settle in and learn no matter what level you are.” — from a review of Nakano Judo Academy
- “My son's confidence has gone up, and he looks forward to his 2 visits a week, to the dojo.” — from a review of Ralph Gracie Jiu Jitsu
- “I'm thrilled with the positive impact it's having on my sons' physical fitness, discipline, and confidence.” — from a review of All-Pro Tae Kwon Do Studio
- “They teach honor, discipline, respect, confidence, self respect, and body awareness through karate and tae kwon do principles.” — from a review of Primetime Martial Arts
- “The sensei is the nicest most welcoming person and you'll never feel out of place in the dojo even if you're a complete beginner (there's always complete beginners anyway) or young or older.” — from a review of Nakano Judo Academy
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