York Shotokan Karate & Mixed Martial Arts
“If you are looking for a true martial arts experience that will help you or your child grow stronger on the inside and the outside, then this is the place.”
Best Martial Arts Classes in York, PA
14 gyms listed · 8 in York · 6 open weekends · 12 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 21, 2026
Self-Defense Academy
“He teaches in a way that is appropriate for each age group.”
Kim's Karate
“They are so good with their style of teaching and make it easy for the students to understand.”
Iron Will Inner Arts
“He is constantly learning new things through his own training and willing to give that knowledge to all his students (when appropriate).”
Uta Karate
“I'd highly recommend this school for anyone.”
Historical Fencing of York
“Best thing ever, it's a good release after a bad day or week.”
The 14 gyms listed for York, PA 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: York, PA
8 of the 14 gyms we list are based in York; the other 6 serve York from towns including Manchester (6 mi), Dover (7 mi) and Red Lion (8 mi). The gyms on this page are rated from 3.7 to 5.0 across 385 reviews; 3 have 50 or more reviews and 12 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "confidence" and "skills". 4 are open on Saturdays and 3 on Sundays. Domain records put 7 websites of the gyms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2000. 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 12 of the gyms on this page; 11 publish a contact page; 7 list a public email and 2 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 York?
8 of the 14 gyms sit inside York. The rest come from other towns inside 15 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.
Inner Warrior Martial Arts
“Master Scott Barshinger is an excellent teacher - patient and fun while still making sure everyone is working hard.”
Paul's American Kenpo Karate
“We started out bringing my daughter but we like it so much we started going ourselves.”
Kim's Karate Shrewsbury
“The kids truly are not only just having fun, but it is clear they respect and learn so much from Master George because he brings that joy and desire to learn out of them all.”
Keystone X Fitness & Martial Arts
“They teach the art of boxing, and the discipline that it takes to master the sport.”
Fighting Dragons
“Fighting dragons is the best school in Elizabethtown I highly recommend it for self-defense”
UTA Karate Manchester LLC
“I was so inspired with everything that my daughter was learning that I signed-up myself!”
SAS Team BJJ Manchester
“Having my son go there for almost 3 years I can see how well the kids have improved with their skills.”
Mace MMA
“My daughter so far really enjoys it, and feels extremely welcomed.”
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