What are the best martial arts in Phoenix?

KidsFunGuide lists 152 martial arts in the Phoenix metro. Top-rated include EVKM Self Defense & Fitness | Krav Maga (4.9★), Gustavo Dantas Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy (5★), Starworld Martial Arts (5★) — filter the full list above by area, rating, price and age.

What ages are martial arts in Phoenix for?

Most martial arts serve ages 3–17; exact ranges vary by provider and are shown on each listing where published.

Where can I find martial arts near me?

Use the Area filter — KidsFunGuide covers Tempe, Goodyear, Glendale, Mesa, Phoenix, Peoria and more.

Are featured listings paid?

Yes, and they're always labeled. All other listings rank by rating and review volume, never by payment.

152 Best Martial Arts in Phoenix, AZ (2026)

EVKM Self Defense & Fitness | Krav Maga

★ 4.9 (408)

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Area Tempe

Tempe Krav Maga gym with Alliance-certified instructors offering self-defense and fitness classes focused on real-world techniques.

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Gustavo Dantas Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy

★ 5 (386)

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Ages Ages 5+Area Tempe

Tempe BJJ academy offering Brazilian jiu-jitsu programs for children ages 5 and up through adults, with six training days per week in a supportive environment.

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Starworld Martial Arts

★ 5 (345)

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Ages Ages 7 and under–adultsArea Goodyear

A Goodyear Tang Soo Do martial arts school serving children through adults with age-grouped classes focused on character development, self-defense, and confidence.

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Elevate Martial Arts Glendale

★ 5 (343)

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Ages Ages 4-13Area Glendale

Glendale martial arts school with structured programs for kids ages 4-13, adult kickboxing and jiu jitsu, plus summer camp and birthday parties.

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Victory Martial Arts

★ 4.8 (262)

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Ages Ages 3–17Area Mesa

Martial arts school in Mesa with age-grouped programs for preschoolers through teens, emphasizing discipline, confidence, and personal growth.

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Arizona Combat Sports

★ 5 (239)

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Ages Youth through adultsArea Tempe

A Tempe MMA gym with 25+ years of experience offering daily classes in MMA, Muay Thai, BJJ, and submission wrestling for youth and adults.

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Ucelo Martial Arts Phoenix

★ 5 (238)

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Ages Ages 4+Area Phoenix

A family-owned Phoenix dojo since 2003 offering karate, jiu-jitsu, and kickboxing classes for kids ages 4 and up through adults, plus a Samurai Summer Camp.

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Sandoval Freestyle Karate

★ 4.4 (249)

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Price 1st month freeAges Ages 4+Area Tempe

Tempe martial arts school teaching karate, MMA, Muay Thai, and Brazilian jiu-jitsu to kids age 4 and up through adults.

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Red Hawk Academy ( MMA & Jiu Jitsu School)

★ 5 (211)

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Ages All agesArea Peoria

12,000 sq ft MMA and Jiu-Jitsu gym in Peoria/West Valley offering Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, MMA, and striking programs for all ages and skill levels, from kids to competitive athletes.

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Knockout Fitness- Surprise

★ 4.5 (220)

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Price Free 3-day trialAges All agesArea Surprise

Fitness center offering cardio-based boxing and kickboxing workouts, personal training, and a technique program merging BJJ and grappling for students of all ages at their Surprise location and other AZ centers.

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ActivStars Athletics Karate

★ 4.9 (189)

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Price Competitive pricing (no contracts)Ages KidsArea Scottsdale

Large kid-first martial arts program offering karate classes for children at all levels with flexible schedules, no contracts, and a focus on leadership, anti-bullying, and family training.

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Sandoval Freestyle Karate

★ 4.6 (181)

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Price First month freeAges 4+Area Gilbert

Mixed martial arts school in Gilbert and Tempe offering freestyle karate, BJJ, kickboxing, Muay Thai, and self-defense for all ages including toddlers. Official Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy.

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Yong-In Master An's Tae Kwondo

★ 5 (163)

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Price $29 for 2-week try-outAges All agesArea Goodyear

Traditional Korean Taekwondo school serving the West Valley with locations in Goodyear and Ahwatukee, offering martial arts instruction for students of all ages.

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Gilbert Defense Arts

★ 5 (157)

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Ages All agesArea Gilbert

Martial arts school in Gilbert offering professional private and group martial arts and self-defense instruction for men, women, and children.

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Karate Mart Inc.

★ 4.6 (166)

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Price $Area Phoenix

Phoenix retail store specializing in martial arts equipment, uniforms, and gear for karate, jiu-jitsu, kung fu, and MMA practitioners of all levels.

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Lee's ATA Martial Arts

★ 4.6 (164)

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Area Laveen Village

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