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Top 10 martial arts classes in Brooklyn, NY

Students agree: these Brooklyn martial arts classes are highly rated for knowledge, experience, communication, and more.
Vallencore Fitness LLC

Vallencore Fitness LLC

5.0Exceptional(14)
Offers online services
17+ years in business
Serves Brooklyn, NY
Darryl J. says, "Down to earth with high energy intense workouts. Charles is the only person that successfully brought me into the gym culture. He’s trained & coached me in capoeira. Body building. We were fortunate to place 1st in our very first men’s physique competition & it’s all due to me following his instructions to the T. What I’m saying is he’s knows what he’s doing & if you listen you will WIN you will reach your GOALS you will not be disappointed. Lifetime friend, trainer & coach! " Read more
World Martial Arts Center-Happykicks.com

World Martial Arts Center-Happykicks.com

New on Lessons
Offers online services
1 hire on Lessons
40+ years in business
Serves Brooklyn, NY
The purpose of my training and teachings are for the total empowerment of your mind, body, spirit and soul. It is rooted in over 2,000 years of forged and tested skills and knowledge perfected by the hundreds of Masters that have contributed to our unique and extraordinary system of taking ordinary people and transforming them into extraordinary individuals possessing amazing talents. Our teaching methods are simple, systematic, and scientific, which makes it fast and easy to learn. Many Masters of other schools say we performing miracles with many of our students. Masters and Grandmasters are coming from Korea, Japan and China every year ...
Essential Martial Arts (EMA Training And Fitness)

Essential Martial Arts (EMA Training And Fitness)

New on Lessons
Offers online services
11+ years in business
Serves Brooklyn, NY
What makes our service stand out is that we take the essentials of each martail art. We insure that our student gain the full experience in their training understanding both the applications of what their learning, as well the knowledge to adapt it to any scenario. We beelive martial arts is 80 mental and 20 percent phyiscal. In training with us is for our clients to be phyically fit and to be ready to take any challenge that may come your way. We enjoy our job becasue we love to grow with our students. We always beleive that a teacher can alway learn from his or her student as much as they can learn from us. We at essentail martail arts cont...
Aikido Kokikai Of Queens

Aikido Kokikai Of Queens

5.0(4)
7+ years in business
Serves Brooklyn, NY
Harold L. says, "Alan, of Aikido Kokikai of Queens, is an excellent instructor. He tailors his teaching to meet the levels and needs of his students. He is sincere in his desire to help his students progress and discover the essence of aikido. He is constantly exploring new ways to attract and retain students. " Read more
Wing Mo Kwoon

Wing Mo Kwoon

New on Lessons
Offers online services
19+ years in business
Serves Brooklyn, NY
Wing Mo Kwoon known as 翼莫冠忠咏春武术 in Chinese, we are an authentic Traditional Wing Chun School from the Ip Man Lineage. Currently the school has relocated to 355 Monroe Street Brooklyn, NY 11221

Your Martial Arts Classes questions, answered

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on Lessons.

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 Brooklyn martial arts classes

Recent success stories from people in the Brooklyn area.
Kyle A.
Charles is an amazing trainer, he knows the intricacies of the musculoskeletal system and how it coordinates with different exercises with different weights. He’s not a trainer that will leave you to your own devices and give you an exercise to do and that’s it. Charles takes the time and the focus to place it on your through every rep and movement, he guides you on the focusing of the particular muscle being worked to achieve the highest quality of work done.
Vallencore Fitness LLC
Rick B.
He is easy to work with and is very skilled in the practice of Aikido.
Aikido Kokikai of Queens
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