Brazilian Martial Arts Center
“🤩 The gym is super spacious and all the students were very welcoming (and didn't destroy the newbie).”
Best Martial Arts Classes in Somerville, MA
15 gyms listed · 7 in Somerville · 1 open 24/7 · 13 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
Sityodtong Muay Thai Academy
“Through team events, seminars, and competitions, bonds are created that transcend beyond training partners, creating one of the tightest communities I have ever been a part of.”
Sinha Capoeira
“But i'm getting better [slowly], and so grateful to be moving again [slowly], made even sweeter being a part of a strong and beautiful community and learning from a history of resistance.”
Davis Square Martial Arts
“But perhaps more importantly, they develop life skills: confidence, respect, self-respect, perseverence when working towards a new goal, and the joy and pride when reaching that goal.”
Red Tiger Academy of Martial Arts
“My daughter and I train at this dojo and it really captures the true essence of what Shotokan Karate is all about.”
Villari's Martial Arts Centers
“I joined this program not too long ago but I'm truly impressed with how they teach the kids.”
The 15 gyms listed for Somerville, MA 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: Somerville, MA
7 of the 15 gyms we list are based in Somerville; the other 8 serve Somerville from towns including Boston (5 mi), Everett (2 mi) and Brookline (5 mi). The gyms on this page are rated from 4.5 to 5.0 across 1,063 reviews; 8 have 50 or more reviews. When students and parents rate these gyms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (100%), quality (82%) and communication (73%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "confidence", "atmosphere" and "community". 1 is open around the clock; 12 are open on Saturdays and 4 on Sundays. 5 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 14 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 49 years. We have a website on file for all 15 of the gyms on this page; 13 publish a contact page; 10 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 Somerville?
13 of the 15 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.
Capoeira Angola Quintal Boston
“I also noticed they are very respectful of the whole Capoeira community as a whole and as a Brazilian, I really enjoyed everything about them.”
Apex Defense Waltham
“Best for fitness and self defence”
Jae Hun Kim Taekwon-Do Institute
“Being a member of Jae Hun Kim Taekwon-do Institute has been one of the best experiences of my life.”
Boston Budo
“He designs his classes to meet the needs of seniors and encourages seniors with all levels of physical abilities.”
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Brazilian Top Team Boston
“The team is super nice, I learned a lot and have a lot of fun.”
Gracie Barra Boston
“The instruction is great and the community is truly top notch, as people are friendly, train hard, and leave their egos at the door.”
Florian Martial Arts Center
“Dedicates his time to better his students in every aspect of life.”
Broadway Jiu-Jitsu and Fitness
“I find it very welcoming as a beginner and those that practice martial arts at a high level will have more than enough competition to go around.”
Back to Basics Martial Arts & Fitness
“Jeff coaches in such a way that everyone will walk away from a class having learned something regardless of skill or prior experience.”
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