Ultimate MMA & Jiu-Jitsu Training Center
“They give everything they got to make him comfortable and continuously learning!”
Best Martial Arts Classes near West Haven, CT
1 of these gyms is based in West Haven; the others serve West Haven from towns including New Haven (3 mi), Hamden (9 mi) and North Haven (10 mi).
13 open weekends · 14 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
World Champion Tae Kwon Do
“Mester Kim and Mester Shin teach Taekwondo with all their heart and passion.”
East Rock World Champion Taekwondo
“A fantastic environment and exceptional instructors who are really great with kids.”
American Institute of Martial Arts
“The reverence, the generosity, the spirit of the place and the overall discipline and devotion of the students is notable.”
World Champion Tae Kwon Do LLC
“Master Lee, Tom and the team really care about the kids and helping them do their best to succeed.”
Assembly of the Martial Arts Academy
“My grandson who has special needs to an extent has learned discipline, respect and now hitting his teen years strength and development for his muscles”
The 15 gyms listed for West Haven, 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 Haven, CT
The 15 gyms on this page are rated from 4.2 to 5.0 across 560 reviews; 4 have 50 or more reviews and 14 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "atmosphere", "skills" and "confidence". 13 are open on Saturdays and 4 on Sundays. Domain records put 8 websites of the gyms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2000. 5 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 13 of the gyms on this page; 11 publish a contact page; 9 list a public email and 3 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 Haven?
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.
Carlson Gracie Jiu-Jitsu
Mike Conroy's American Martial Arts
“I love this place, all staff and the sifu are very professional.”
Soulcraft Martial Arts
“Brad is a fantastic instructor and has foster an amazing school culture.”
CT Krav Maga & MMA
“The atmosphere is friendly and everyone is focused on ensuring you learn and progress your skills to meet your personal objectives.”
Hwang's School of Tae Kwon DO
“We have always been impressed with the level of teaching Mutual respect for teachers and students is expressed in every action.”
Endure Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Acadamy
“In addition to learning Jiu-Jitsu from extremely knowledgeable professors, he's gained confidence, focus, discipline, commitment, and some great friends.”
World Champion Taekwondo Milford
“Master Jang makes the classes fun and entertaining while keeping his expectations of students high.”
World Champion Tae Kwon Do
“Additionally, the black belt students who assist in teaching are terrific role models for the younger students.”
Apex Krav Maga
“I have trained at other gyms, and have to say that Apex Krav Maga and Coach Britt are second to none!”
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