Martial Arts System (Kendall Hammocks)
“Perfect place to bring your kids, the school is very strict with kids respecting and becoming responsible for their actions, but all is enforced in a very relaxed environment.”
Best Martial Arts Classes near The Hammocks, FL
These gyms serve The Hammocks from nearby bases in towns including Miami, Doral and Palmetto Bay.
24 gyms listed · 1 open 24/7 · all 24 open weekends · all 24 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
Miami WMB Training Center
“On top of it all, my kids will ask JB (the owner/main instructor - who is very hands-on) how to handle certain situations they are faced with at school - he gives excellent advice, so we encourage it.”
Family Taekwondo School
“For us they are really family our son have been in the school for over 6 years, Master is very dedicated to his students and inspire discipline and respect.”
K Martial Arts Taekwondo
“My 5-year-old started taking lessons there a few months ago, and we have been very happy with the skills and values they are reinforcing such as confidence, focus, obedience and respect towards elders, amongst others.”
Art In Motion Jiu Jitsu Academy
“As a decade long student of this academy, I have seen the school grow from a tiny hole-in-the-wall to a powerhouse in the South Florida jiu jitsu scene.”
Ground Game Theory Jiu Jitsu
“There's no set limit to the amount of weekly or daily sessions u partake in, no contracts, no mandatory uniforms, no registration fees, no “free uniforms”, none of that silly junk.”
The 24 gyms listed for The Hammocks, FL 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: The Hammocks, FL
The 24 gyms on this page are rated from 4.5 to 5.0 across 2,848 reviews; 21 have 50 or more reviews. When students and parents rate these gyms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (95%), quality (90%) and communication (87%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "atmosphere", "confidence" and "skills". 1 is open around the clock; all 24 are open on Saturdays and 6 on Sundays. 15 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 40 years. 3 are family- or locally-owned and 9 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 24 of the gyms on this page; 20 publish a contact page; 18 list a public email and 8 take bookings online. We count these figures across the gyms on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the gym before you enroll.
Which gyms listed for The Hammocks show a timetable online?
All 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.
Arise Martial Arts
“To witness the more experienced kids showing my daughter what to do and how to do it on her day without Diesel or any coach asking them to speaks VOLUMES to the type of environment in Arise.”
Carlson Gracie Miami
“Here at Carlson Gracie when an instructor is demonstrating you can ask as many questions as you want and you won't be embarrassed and then you have so many others who are there willing to give a helping hand as well.”
American Karate Institute
“Great group of trainers and staff in general, they teach mixed martial arts and also discipline and good human values, very satisfied and happy to enroll my son with them.”
American Karate Academy #1 Mma/Karate School in Miami
“One of the things I love the most about AKA is that is a martial arts program it doesn't concentrate just in one of martial arts, but teaches a little bit of every martial art technique.”
Anta's Fitness and Self Defense
“I started the program about one and a half year ago and The program has not only helped me physically but mentally by teaching me disciple, respect, self confidence and passion for martial arts.”
Rilion Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Doral
“This is a great academy, i'm in love with the art thanks to our professors they really focus on everyone on every detail always with the best attitude, the only thing i regret is not going more days a week cause of my job...”
Hybrid Martial Arts
“Focus, teamwork, following directions, & respect (among many others) are some of the teachings that Sensei instills in his students as part of a very holistic approach to martial arts training.”
Cardoso Jiu Jitsu
“The experience so far has been very humbling as you will find many skilled individuals each of which have shown nothing but camaraderie, respect, HUMBLENESS, & a good time.”
National Karate Academy
“WHATS EVEN more impressive in my opinion other than the instructors teaching Karate is that they teach the young kids MANNERS, DISCIPLINE and SELF CONFIDENCE!”
Atlantis Jiu-Jitsu
“AJ and his team are very professional and very dedicated , He show genuine concern for the student in and out of class , He has shown a lot of patience with our son.”
Mario Sperry JIU Jitsu
“As an attorney I have learned that being able to slow down and understand the intricacies of complex subjects is what often makes the difference between being good and being excellent.”
Freestyle Fighting Academy
“Anyways yeah amazing program if you want to learn self defense, lots of amazing coaches and students, and coach Edgard's classes are amazing, he teaches you the best moves and explains step by step.”
Ktma Taekwondo Martial Arts
“KTMA Taekwondo Martial Arts has been one of the best experiences in Miami, for both children and adults, with the example and guide of the Masters (Lee & Yoon).”
South Miami Martial Arts
“My oldest child is learning to focus and keep attending to the task at hand, while developing her leadership qualities, while my younger girl is becoming more confident and assertive.”
Gama Filho Martial Arts
“Each person's limits and skills are individually taken into consideration during classes, it doesn't matter if you are 15 y/o (my son), 25 y/o, 35 y/o, 45 y/o (as I am) or more.”
Evolution MMA Miami
“Doesn't matter if you are experienced or just walking into the gym for the first time, everyone treats you with respect and the coaches are first class.”
World Class Martial Arts Taekwondo
“He creates an environment that is both challenging and supportive, encouraging all his students to be their best while ensuring we feel comfortable and motivated.”
Rilion Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Academy (Headquarters)
“If you are truly interested in Proven Self Defense taught by a Master of Effective Techniques then please do yourself a tremendous favor and come to one of Mr”
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What students and parents say about gyms near The Hammocks
- “Amazing environment , very professional and friendly place. My son 7 yrs old loves and I already can see change on his discipline, focus and concentration.” — from a review of Ktma Taekwondo Martial Arts
- “My kids are building confidence and discipline which is something that will help them throughout any aspect of their life as they get older.” — from a review of Arise Martial Arts
- “We have noticed an increase in my son’s confidence as he levels up from belt to belt mastering each level, board breaks etc.” — from a review of American Karate Institute
- “I also have to give them credit for building a dojo that everyone feels like family and hold great community events for all of us to participate in.” — from a review of American Karate Academy #1 Mma/Karate School in Miami
- “They teach my kids (5 & 7) about discipline, responsibility, confidence, and respect in many different areas.” — from a review of Hybrid Martial Arts
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