Best Martial Arts Classes in Wilmington, DE
15 gyms listed · 9 in Wilmington · 1 open 24/7 · 13 open weekends · 14 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 30, 2026
Riverfront Jiu Jitsu
Gentlemen's Jiu-Jitsu•mma•muaythai
Dragon Martial Arts Yong Moo Do Kwan
Master Pagano's Red Dragon Martial Arts
Pat Caputo's American Karate Studio
The 15 gyms listed for Wilmington, DE 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: Wilmington, DE
9 of the 15 gyms we list are based in Wilmington; the other 6 serve Wilmington from towns including Glen Mills, PA (8 mi), Newark (12 mi) and New Castle (5 mi). The gyms on this page are rated from 4.3 to 5.0 across 1,079 reviews; 8 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 "skills" and "atmosphere". 1 is open around the clock; 13 are open on Saturdays and 5 on Sundays. 4 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 12 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 50 years. 2 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 14 of the gyms on this page; 11 publish a contact page; 11 list a public email and 1 takes 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.
Which gyms listed for Wilmington show a timetable online?
14 of the 15 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.
302 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Goju Training Center
Gentle Palm Martial Arts Center
Ming Tao T'ai Chi Ch'uan
Spirit Led Goju Ryu and Kobudo Institute
Mahato Karate
Jack's Kickboxing Gym
Diamond State Aikido
American Karate Studios
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about gyms in Wilmington
- “My daughter Jada absolutely loves Elevated Studios! Mr Stephen is patient, encouraging, and makes the class fun while teaching real discipline and confidence.” — from a review of Elevated Studios Martial Arts
- “Wonderful Karate dojo for children. The instructors are very kind and helpful with the kids and do a great job helping them overcome nervousness and build confidence.” — from a review of Pat Caputo's American Karate Studio
- “The instruction was excellent, everyone was extremely welcoming, and the sparring was challenging and friendly.” — from a review of Riverfront Jiu Jitsu
- “My son looks forward to every class and has already gained so much confidence, discipline, and focus.” — from a review of Elevated Studios Martial Arts
- “My son has learned self-discipline and gained a confidence that really shows.” — from a review of Pat Caputo's American Karate Studio
Excerpts from public reviews of the gyms listed on this page.
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