Best Martial Arts Classes in West Hartford, CT

15 gyms listed · 5 in West Hartford · all 15 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 18, 2026

Plus One Defense Systems

Plus One Defense Systems

4.9 73 reviews
“As someone who has been going to this school on and off for years I can confidently say it is one of the best Martial arts schools in the state.”
Free trial classCoupons & offersFrom $129/moBBB A+Since 2005
9 Tolles St
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Thornton Martial Arts and Fitness

Thornton Martial Arts and Fitness

5.0 65 reviews
“Best place to go and meet other people to just have a good time, feels like a second home with the people that train there always welcoming and trying to make you better everyday”
Since 2012
East Hartford, CT · 7 mi from West Hartford
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Underdog Mixed Martial Arts

Underdog Mixed Martial Arts

5.0 60 reviews
“Would recommend to all levels, with a high level of coaching and a very welcoming team across lots of disciplines.”
Since 2017
23A Andover Dr
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Olympic Taekwondo Academy Simsbury

Olympic Taekwondo Academy Simsbury

5.0 24 reviews
“I like that the Taekwondo is taught by south korean taekwondo masters so you are getting the teachings from the 'horses mouth' and not a watered down americanized version like most partial arts schools in United States.”
Trial classSince 2016Online lessons
Simsbury, CT · 8 mi from West Hartford
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United Tae Kwon Do

United Tae Kwon Do

5.0 5 reviews
“A great place to learn Tae Kwon Do for both kids and adults!”
Free trial classFrom $145/moAges 5–13Since 1974
East Hartford, CT · 7 mi from West Hartford
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Sdss Martial Arts of West Hartford

Sdss Martial Arts of West Hartford

4.8 21 reviews
“I've had the opportunity to work with Sensei Logan over the years and have always been impressed by his professionalism, knowledge, and dedication to his students.”
982 Farmington Ave
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The 15 gyms listed for West Hartford, CT 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: West Hartford, CT

5 of the 15 gyms we list are based in West Hartford; the other 10 serve West Hartford from towns including East Hartford (7 mi), Hartford (4 mi) and New Britain (7 mi). The gyms on this page are rated from 4.6 to 5.0 across 1,308 reviews; 8 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "atmosphere", "skills" and "facilities". 14 are open on Saturdays and 6 on Sundays. 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 8 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 54 years. 3 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 15 of the gyms on this page; 12 publish a contact page; 12 list a public email and 4 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 West Hartford?

All 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.

Okinawa Karate Uechi Style

Okinawa Karate Uechi Style

5.0 3 reviews
“Great Grand master, great staff along with a wonderful atmosphere.”
Free trial classFrom $140/moSince 2012
Hartford, CT · 4 mi from West Hartford
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Jitae Taekwondo Academy

Jitae Taekwondo Academy

4.6 8 reviews
“Jitae is a great place to get into shape and learn realistic self defense!”
Since 2011
121 Talcott Rd
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Jukido Jujutsu Dojo

Jukido Jujutsu Dojo

5.0 6 reviews
“Jukido Jujutsu Dojo is an awesome chance for anyone of any age to come and learn self defense!”
Since 2021
635 New Park Ave Unit 3D-1
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Atwater Martial Arts

Atwater Martial Arts

Since 2009
East Hartford, CT · 7 mi from West Hartford
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Villari's Martial Arts Centers

Villari's Martial Arts Centers

5.0 87 reviews
“The instructors are fantastic and really care about and get to know each student that comes through their doors.”
Coupons & offersBBB A+Since 1972
Windsor, CT · 9 mi from West Hartford
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Yang's U.S. Taekwondo

Yang's U.S. Taekwondo

4.9 126 reviews
“I am really happy to see my daughter' progress and I can see her confident level is slowly growing.”
Trial classAges 3–12Since 2019
New Britain, CT · 7 mi from West Hartford
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Manchester Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: Bushido BJJ

Manchester Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: Bushido BJJ

4.9 137 reviews
“My wife and I visited this gym and were extremely impressed with the cleanliness (Defense Soap in the bathrooms!”
Free trial classSince 1999
Manchester, CT · 12 mi from West Hartford
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Solid Base Bjj

Solid Base Bjj

5.0 91 reviews
“Our son has really enjoyed his time learning the art and we see positive results outside of the mat as well.”
Free trial classSince 2020
Southington, CT · 10 mi from West Hartford
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F.i.t.e. Fit

F.i.t.e. Fit

5.0 73 reviews
“I dropped in from out of town—felt really welcoming, great instruction, and great rolls.”
Since 2020
South Glastonbury, CT · 12 mi from West Hartford
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