Martial Arts and More of Wilmington
“The coaches are great and take the time to really get to know each of the kids”
Best Martial Arts Classes in Wilmington, NC
15 gyms listed · 12 in Wilmington · 8 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
The Jiu-Jitsu Institute
“We stopped in to train while visiting Wilmington and had a great experience!”
Dynamic Martial Arts
“It has been a rewarding experience from the start, as they take such a holistic approach to helping kids be their best.”
Saltydog Jiu Jitsu
“As someone visiting from another gym, you never quite know what to expect when dropping in, but the atmosphere here was outstanding”
Epoch BJJ
“One of the best, well rounded schools in Wilmington with a great family friendly and positive environment.”
Extreme Martial Arts Center
“The instructor, Master Jeff Rohena, cares for each individual and is attentive to their needs.”
The 15 gyms listed for Wilmington, NC 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, NC
12 of the 15 gyms we list are based in Wilmington; the other 3 serve Wilmington from Leland (8 mi) and Castle Hayne (9 mi). The gyms on this page are rated from 4.8 to 5.0 across 659 reviews; 5 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "skills", "confidence" and "atmosphere". 8 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. Domain records put 6 websites of the gyms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2004. 1 is family- or locally-owned and 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 14 of the gyms on this page; 10 publish a contact page; 9 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.
Why are some gyms here outside Wilmington?
12 of the 15 gyms sit inside Wilmington. The rest come from other towns inside 10 mi, each shown under the city it belongs to. Distance is measured straight-line, so check the route before you plan a class you would drive to twice a week.
The Rising Phoenix Studio
“I have seen his students compete in tournaments and I can tell you this is the studio to join if you are looking for authentic traditional training.”
Coastal Martial Arts Academy
“But with their patience, kindness, knowledge, wisdom make our son comes out of the shell slowly.”
Cape Fear Martial Arts
“The instructors are great, and our kiddo has really invested himself in the program.”
Jim Irwin's Karate Institute
“Master Jim Irwin is excellent with all of his students but he especially shines when teaching children, Jim teaches them karate but he also teaches them something that's sadly lacking in the world today: discipline, respect and self confidence”
Oshita Karate
“He also offers courses to practice at home, along with a YouTube channel full of videos to help students continue learning outside of class.”
Shaolin Martial Arts Academy
Qigong Awareness LLC
“David and Tanya are always on board when you have a question or concern.”
Alliance Jiu Jitsu
“Great gym, dropped in for a couple classes while visiting - prof johnny is awesome and the members are super friendly”
Seidokan Dojo
“My son has been training for 1 year now and has learnt a lot.”
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about gyms in Wilmington
- “My twins absolutely love coming to class each week, and I’ve seen such a positive change in their confidence, focus, and discipline.” — from a review of Dynamic Martial Arts
- “Highly recommend to anyone looking to build confidence, discipline, and skill in their child.” — from a review of Martial Arts and More of Wilmington
- “I have watched my son and other children improve their focus and discipline as well as their defense and athletic skills.” — from a review of Cape Fear Martial Arts
- “A great environment for learning and training. I was able to roll with an assortment of belts without any egos.” — from a review of Epoch BJJ
- “The instructors there are extremely knowledgeable in the various martial art forms they offer.” — from a review of The Rising Phoenix Studio
Excerpts from public reviews of the gyms listed on this page.
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