Martial Arts Schools in Clanton, AL

3 schools in and around Clanton, Alabama — most schools let you watch a class or take a free trial before you sign anything — go in the time slot you would actually train, not the demo hour.

Clanton has about 9,228 residents, which works out to 33 martial arts schools per 100,000 people. Population: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 estimate.

Impact Martial Arts Kids classesFree trial classMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo

1671 7th St S, Clanton, AL 35045-8786

🥋 Kickboxing, Boxing, Taekwondo

+12052660732 Website Directions

Japan International Karate Center in Clanton A.L. Karate / taekwondo

201 Mitzou Dr, Clanton, AL 35045-2055

🕒 tuesday / thursday all students 6:00 pm ...

🥋 Karate

Website Directions

NXG Combat Sports - Clanton

1111 7th St S, Clanton, AL 35045

3342205530 Directions

More schools within 30 miles of Clanton

Only 3 schools listed in Clanton itself, so here are the closest ones in nearby towns. Distance is straight-line from Clanton.

Ha Karate Hirano Karate / taekwondo

📍 23.4 mi · 604 Main St, Montevallo, AL 35115

+12056651992 Directions

Japan International Karate Center of Montevallo Karate / taekwondo

📍 23.5 mi · 1259 Valley St, Montevallo, AL 35115-3519

+12058104779 Directions

Ground Strike Grappling Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing

📍 23.9 mi · 21015 Highway 25, Columbiana, AL 35051-8613

🕒 wednesdays 5:00pm ages 5+ 1 hour classe...

🥋 BJJ, Muay Thai

+12052530719 Website Directions

Chung's Taekwondo Center Karate / taekwondo

📍 26.0 mi · 4100 Highway 14, Millbrook, AL 36054-1949

+13342859992 Directions

Lighthouse Jiu Jitsu BJJ / grappling

📍 26.8 mi · 188 Medical Center Dr, Prattville, AL 36066-7286

+17027562298 Directions

NextGen Martial Arts Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo

📍 26.8 mi · 698 Old Farm Ln, Prattville, AL 36066-7300

🕒 2:30pm

🥋 BJJ, Karate

+13345903759 Website Directions

TKD USA

📍 27.1 mi · 113 N Memorial Dr, Prattville, AL 36067-3336

+13343612323 Website Directions

Autaugaville Martial Arts Academy

📍 27.3 mi · 2284 Blossom Rd, Autaugaville, AL 36003-2646

+18504912511 Website Directions

Before you sign: ask about the contract, not just the monthly rate. Month-to-month is common; 12-month agreements with cancellation fees are also common and rarely advertised on the wall. Ask what is extra — belt testing fees, uniforms, competition team dues — and whether the head instructor actually teaches the classes you would attend or only the advanced ones.

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Good to know about martial arts schools in Clanton

How to become a certified yoga instructor?
To become a certified yoga instructor, complete a Registered Yoga School program, usually requiring 200 hours of training covering anatomy, philosophy, and instruction techniques. Afterward, register with an official organization like Yoga Alliance to receive your credential. For guided martial arts and fitness instructor pathways, explore options on MartialArtsAtlas.

How much are jiu jitsu classes?
Martial arts tuition varies based on location and schedule, but local academies typically offer monthly memberships or package deals. You can explore 3 martial arts facilities in Clanton, Alabama, with 2 providing direct phone contact to request current pricing and trial offers.

Where did brazilian jiu jitsu come from?
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu originated in Brazil in the early 20th century. It developed from Kodokan Judo ground fighting fundamentals brought to South America by Japanese martial artist Mitsuyo Maeda, which were then adapted by the Gracie family. MartialArtsAtlas helps students find qualified BJJ academies nationwide.

Where did brazilian jiu jitsu originated?
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu originated in Brazil following the arrival of Japanese judoka Mitsuyo Maeda in 1914. The art was refined primarily by Carlos and Hélio Gracie into a system emphasizing leverage and submission grappling. Find BJJ training programs listed on MartialArtsAtlas.