Springfield Fight Club
“For self defense, exercise, or fighting, Springfield Fight Club is the best in the 417.”
Best Martial Arts Classes in Springfield, MO
15 gyms listed · 13 in Springfield · 9 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified November 7, 2026
Dunham's Martial Arts Training Center
“The personal and physical growth we have seen in her thanks to the time and investment the instructors has been so exciting to see.”
Martial Arts USA
“Great environment, my daughter is always excited to go to her classes!”
Infinity Martial Arts
“I have developed confidence when dealing with difficult situations both at work and in life.”
417 Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
“Absolutely the best place to get a good workout in and learn a valuable skill.”
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Team Fusion Jiu-Jitsu & MMA
“My 6 year old used the word “exhausted” for the first time after class one day and that's how we knew this was so perfect for us and exactly what we/he needs.”
The 15 gyms listed for Springfield, MO 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: Springfield, MO
13 of the 15 gyms we list are based in Springfield; the other 2 serve Springfield from Battlefield (6 mi) and Nixa (9 mi). The gyms on this page are rated from 4.8 to 5.0 across 939 reviews; 6 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "atmosphere", "skills" and "confidence". 9 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. 4 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 10 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 37 years. 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 13 of the gyms on this page; 10 publish a contact page; 6 list a public email and 2 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 Springfield?
9 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.
Dynamic Edge Martial Arts
“Every teacher takes an active interest in each student and not only encourages them to do/be the best they can but also encourages them to be the best that they can at home.”
Thrive Martial Arts
“My son has gained more than just knowledge of kenpo, he now has a strong male role model and confidence about handling real-life situations.”
American Independent Taekwondo
“The instructors are amazing and do a wonderful job finding ways to help each person on their martial arts journey.”
Unified Martial Arts
“This is a GREAT place for your kids to learn Martial Arts!”
Springfield Taekwondo Academy
“The FUN, Lighthearted Humor that the Ndibas use to make sure the students feel comfortable is so enjoyable for the students to be a part of, as well as, me as a Parent, to watch!”
Axe's Springfield Martial Arts Center
“Alex has the required patience, experience and consistency to imbue even the youngest students with the tenets of martial arts.”
Same Day Jiu Jitsu
“They have some of the best BJJ Kick Boxing and MMA coaches you will find in the area and also due to the smaller class sizes you will get more 1 on 1 training time.”
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Springfield BJJ
“These professors know what theyre talking about and they show you step by step by step.”
First Principles Judo
“-many of the members training here have a background in a different type of martial art which makes for experienced and understanding training partners.”
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