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Team Link Muay Thai
- Son
- Skills
- Atmosphere
“The exercise and training can be rigorous but everyone is free to train at their own pace and comfort zone; whether it be a hobby, just getting into shape, or training to be a fighter.”
Best Martial Arts Classes in Worcester, MA
24 gyms listed · 4 in Worcester · 1 open 24/7 · 18 open weekends · all 24 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
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Metro West Academy of Jiu-Jitsu
“I love the amount of patience they have with the little ninja classes and my son loves seeing the range of ages that the coaches are; and always asking if he can go see them.”
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U.S. Tae Kwon Do Center
“Best Taekwondo school.”
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Worcester Martial Arts Academy
- Judo
- Learn
- Environment
“The staff and instructors are fantastic and all work really well under the leadership of Shihan Luis Soto, who brings next level education in the martial arts and mentorship for life.”
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Zenshinkan Dojo
“In addition to the perfect conditions, here you can find very good structures and a very healthy and close-knit aikido society, which will take care of and nurture in you and your child a sense of togetherness, love, space, will and good aikido techn...”
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The 24 gyms listed for Worcester, MA 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: Worcester, MA
4 of the 24 gyms we list are based in Worcester; the other 20 serve Worcester from towns including Marlborough (14 mi), Hudson (15 mi) and Shrewsbury (5 mi). The gyms on this page are rated from 4.5 to 5.0 across 1,241 reviews; 7 have 50 or more reviews. When students and parents rate these gyms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (92%), communication (88%) and quality (85%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "skills", "atmosphere" and "confidence". 1 is open around the clock; 17 are open on Saturdays and 4 on Sundays. 9 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 19 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 39 years. 1 is family- or locally-owned and 4 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 23 of the gyms on this page; 19 publish a contact page; 18 list a public email and 6 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 Worcester?
4 of the 24 gyms sit inside Worcester. The rest come from other towns inside 25 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.
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New England Martial Arts Athletic Center
“The main program includes Olympic taekwondo techniques, sparring, nunchucks, Bo staff, Kali sticks, board breaking, Korean vocabulary, capoeira, boxing, jiu jitsu and more!”
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McCoy's Action Karate
“It is disappointing to see some reviews from former members who didn't enjoy their experience as there are 3 sides to every story so take the reviews as you will but I highly suggest trying them out for yourself and form your own opinion and give yo...”
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Family Karate Center
- Studio
- Learn
- Discipline
“The teachers at Family Karate Center have gone above and beyond to ensure that my child with additional needs is not only included and supported, but is truly understood to be the best version of herself.”
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The Shrewsbury Club
- Program
- Tennis
- Skills
“We are at ease knowing that not only are our kids safe and well cared for, but also that they genuinely enjoy going each week and are engaged in all these activities as well.”
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Holden Martial Arts Center
“Great staff, owner always available to talk, motivates the kids to be good people and there to make sure they are respectful and doing good in school!!”
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Daniel Gracie Academy Northborough
- Belts
- Professor
- Learn
“Jiu jitsu change my life is a very positive way, it help me a lot to get out of the "life rotine", l am always looking forward to get in class, thats is kind a therapy to me.”
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Family Martial Arts Inc.
- Studio
- Learning
- Leadership
“Mr Jeff or his staff member supervises and supports our son during remote classes and also have mini martial arts practice sessions throughout the day.”
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Jiu-Jitsu USA Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Fitness Club
- Learn
- Classes
- Adult
“I would recommend this place to anyone who would like to learn or just get in shape”
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New England Karate Academy
- Price
- Working Out
- Discipline
“Michelle said the best thing about her Karate is that even though she has to work hard every 3 nights a week , she always has a lot of fun - all a parent could ever wish for I think.”
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Metrowest Tang Soo Do
- Learned
- Skills
- Studio
“I've spoken to various martial artists that started in Tang Soo Do and have gone on to practice other styles -- I even spoke with one before I first started here -- and all of them spoke with reverence about Tang Soo Do, and how what they learned was...”
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Arteca's Karate
- Attention
- Learning
- Classes
“I would like to not only recommend Arteca's Karate Academy but to say that during the challenging times of Covid-19, Master A, Jared Arteca has been tremendously communicative and supportive making this difficult times a fun functional experience.”
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Alchemy Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
- Understanding
- Knowledge
- Environment
“The gym is supported by a strong foundation of new students looking to grow, with an underlying sense of community based on respect, sportmanship, and a shared desire amongst the students and coaches to better themselves.”
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Marlboro Fitness and Martial Arts
“The group Workouts are fun and keep you motivated , everybody has a different ability ,a different level of fitness but everybody does the same workout on their own pace.”
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The Karate School
- Sensei
“Before taking him to the class, I heard him say something like "I am driving my own bus," an expression I later learned came from Sensei Lynn in relation to how he was in control of his thoughts, feelings and behavior; he was in charge of "driving hi...”
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Villari's Martial Arts and Wellness
- Atmosphere
- Karate
“Sensei's have also been very accommodating and flexible with different learning styles, students with varying capabilities and even physical / mental disabilities.”
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Southbridge Fight Club
- Train
- Self Defense
“I've been going to Southbridge Fight Club for over a year now and I can say with certainty that it's one of the best places to go if you want to actually learn how to fight.”
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Zanshin Kenjutsu Kenpo Karate of Hudson
- Learn
- Belt
- Skills
“Dave and his coworkers do a amazing job providing guidance structure and have a significant amount of kindness and patience with each and evryone of the children we are truly blessed to have found a amazing place I strongly recommend a”
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Kwon's Martial Arts Center
“I used to go when the previous Sensei was there around 2005 or so but he left an indelible mark on me to always put my best foot forward and keep moving!!!”
Martial Arts Training Services in Worcester, MA Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$91
Maximum cost
$461
National Average
$146
Avg Per Hour Rates
$61
$122
$182
Fair price range is based on 493 cost profiles
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