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Top 10 martial arts classes in Baltimore, MD

Students agree: these Baltimore martial arts classes are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Advance Self Defense

Advance Self Defense

Serves Baltimore, MD
Welcome to Advance Self Defense, where your safety and empowerment are our top priorities. Located in Edgewater, MD, I offer comprehensive martial arts classes, personal training sessions, and gun and firearm training tailored to meet your unique needs. With personalized attention and a commitment to excellence, I am dedicated to helping you build confidence, strength, and self-defense skills. Whether you're a beginner or looking to enhance your abilities, I provide expert guidance to ensure you achieve your goals. Join me and take the first step towards mastering self-defense today.
Three Dragons Karate

Three Dragons Karate

5.0(1)
1 hire on Lessons.com
2+ years in business
Serves Baltimore, MD
Seleta H. says, "I absolutely love it! He has the character, demeanor and patience. His instructions are always clear in talk and in action. He makes you feel comfortable, confident and reassures you that you can do anything! His energy is refreshing in times such as these and its appreciated ☯️" Read more
Arundel Aikikai, LLC

Arundel Aikikai, LLC

5.0Exceptional(5)
Top Pro
11+ years in business
Serves Baltimore, MD
Ari Z. says, "A fun and informative environment, paired with Christian's vast knowledge, welcoming and fun-loving attitude and superb scaling by ability makes for a thoroughly enjoyable time. " Read more
Team Ghost

Team Ghost

7+ years in business
Serves Baltimore, MD & Online
Over 15yrs of experience A black belt professor from Carlson Gracie Miami Over a decade of teaching mix martial arts to Al ages in the Miami area and now we are n a new location The Residences Resort in Downtown Doral 4651 NW 82nd Ave, Doral, FL 33166 Call for a free class (305)300-6059 (786) 272-5887 We offer you the best of the best Jiu-jitsu Self Defense Conditioning Anti-bullying programs Private classes Dade county certified Public School certified Boxing exercises
Cameron's Martial Arts

Cameron's Martial Arts

7+ years in business
Serves Baltimore, MD & Online
I've been in the martial arts since 2002. I have my 4th degree black belt in Tang Soo Do and have trained in ITF Taekwondo, WT Taekwondo, Jeet Kune Do, Brazilian Jiu Jistu and American Kenpo Karate. I am also an ACSM Certified Personal Trainer. From my experiences in multiple styles, I have crafted a unique curriculum that focuses on tradition as well as practicality and fitness. Martial arts is everything to me. I train, compete, teach, coach and continue to learn. The best part of teaching is the light bulb moment, that moment when a student understands....
Kenwood Karate

Kenwood Karate

5.0(1)
2 hires on Lessons.com
8+ years in business
Serves Baltimore, MD
Joshua S. says, "Sensei Steve is a real pro. He takes a vested interest in making his students better and truly learn self defense. He is a genuine person and a bit on the comical side to boot, making for each lesson to be something I look forward to. " Read more
MKC Karate

MKC Karate

Serves Baltimore, MD
Personal hands on training in intimate, nurturing environment. Changing lives, one student at a time through character development.
Dennis Barrios

Dennis Barrios

Serves Baltimore, MD
I totally enjoy teaching and guiding martial arts students on their individual journey in achieving their maximum potential through the practice of martial arts. By teaching traditional martial arts, my service to my students is to provide a totally fulfilling experience in physical and mental exercise. I have trained hundreds of students in the last 30+ years and I get an unparalleled job satisfaction of helping students achieve their goals through my teachings.
Goh's Kung Fu

Goh's Kung Fu

Serves Baltimore, MD
We have enthusiastic instructors who love doing Chinese martial arts with years of training an years of experience teaching.
Spencers Global Wing Chun Kungfu &Karate Academy

Spencers Global Wing Chun Kungfu &Karate Academy

24+ years in business
Serves Baltimore, MD
Sifu Gamel Spencer is a certied Master in Wing chun Kungfu, Tao Chuan Po Kungfu and Shirinjiryu Kenyukai Karate.Sifu Spencer is a numerous grand champion on tournament circuit and a professional fighter. He has been inducted into numerous martial arts halls of fames and halls of honors. He as trained over a thousand students across the world and is currently training both amateur and professional athletes. This is a authentic Shaolin Temple Certified kungfu school. He specializes in working with at risk children. Sifu Spencer has been studying martial arts for over 40 years and teaching for over 25 years. We teach martial arts the way it was...

Your Martial Arts Classes questions, answered

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on Lessons.com.

What is mixed martial arts (MMA)?

Mixed martial arts (MMA) is a full-contact combat spot that incorporates striking, footwork, and grappling techniques from boxing, wrestling, jiu-jitsu, and Muay Thai. Many MMA fighters also blend techniques from judo, karate, kung fu, kickboxing, and other martial arts.

Mixed martial arts competitions take place in an octagon-shaped ring, sometimes called a "cage", with fighters competing against others in their weight class. Fighters are free to punch, kick, knee, elbow, slam, and grapple their opponents. However, for safety purposes, biting, eye gouging, head butting, and certain other moves are against the rules.

How much do mixed martial arts classes cost?

Mixed martial arts classes cost $100 to $180+ per month on average, depending on the class age range, number of classes per week, combination of martial arts taught, and the coach's expertise and reputation. MMA gyms are typically more expensive if they have well-known coaches who are UFC champions on staff, with some membership fees reaching $300 per month.

Many MMA gyms offer a 1-day drop-in option for $10 to $20 to give you the chance to attend a class and see if the gym is right for you.

Is mixed martial arts good for self-defense?

Mixed martial arts (MMA) is ideal for self-defense training because you'll learn a combination of skills and techniques to help you escape dangerous confrontations without injury. MMA's "no holds barred" style is often considered the closest to real-life fighting when compared to other martial arts.

However, MMA does not teach you techniques like knife defense or how to disarm an opponent with a weapon. MMA training is also geared toward dealing with only one attacker at a time.

What does mixed martial arts training help with?

Mixed martial arts (MMA) training incorporates strikes—including punches, knees, and elbows—short and long-range kicks, groundwork, and grappling. You'll also practice controlled and supervised sparring. This training provides a wide range of benefits:

  • Build your confidence
  • Improve your discipline
  • Get fit and increase your endurance
  • Improve your strength, balance, and flexibility
  • Reduce stress and improve your concentration

Where can I learn mixed martial arts near me?

Follow these tips to find the best mixed martial arts gym near you:

  • Research the instructors' competition record and reputation.
  • Read gym and instructor reviews on Lessons and Google.
  • Confirm the gym offers classes for your experience level.
  • Visit the gym in person to confirm it is clean and well-maintained and the staff is professional.
  • Take advantage of their free one-day pass to take a class and ensure the gym is a good fit for you.
  • Get a copy of the membership contract in writing before making any payments.

What questions should I ask mixed martial arts gyms?

Before deciding on an MMA gym, be sure to ask these questions:

  • Is the gym beginner friendly?
  • What kind of membership contracts do you offer?
  • Do you offer a free trial class or one-day pass?
  • What is your class schedule?
  • How many students do you have?
  • How many students are in a typical class?
  • What is the instructor's competition record?
  • What kind of uniform or clothing is required?
  • Do your students and instructors compete regularly?
  • How often do you clean your mats?

Reviews for Baltimore martial arts classes

Recent success stories from people in the Baltimore area.
Michael J.
Christian is an awesome instructor. He is entertaining and very patient teaching Aikido. Highly recommended
Arundel Aikikai, LLC
Hammad
Explains things clearly and has a logical progression to his lessons so they build on top of each other and create chains of movements instead of random pieces.
ROLLSTAR Jiu Jitsu Academy
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