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Martial Arts Schools in Oxford, AL

2 schools in and around Oxford, 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.

Oxford has about 22,088 residents, which works out to 9.1 martial arts schools per 100,000 people. Population: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 estimate.

Oxford World Yoshukai Karate Karate / taekwondo

2930 Friendship Rd, Oxford, AL 36203-4712

+12568312679 Directions

Smith's Martial Arts and Fitness Kids classesFree trial classMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo

1931 Barry St, Oxford, AL 36203-2319

🥋 Kickboxing, Boxing, Karate, Taekwondo

+12569262151 Website Directions

More schools within 30 miles of Oxford

Only 2 schools listed in Oxford itself, so here are the closest ones in nearby towns. Distance is straight-line from Oxford.

Gracie Barra Anniston Free trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing

📍 3.7 mi · 905 Noble St, Anniston, AL 36201-5627

🥋 BJJ, Boxing

+12567707730 Website Directions

Tough House Wrestling Club LLC Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMMA

📍 4.3 mi · 135 Pinson Rd, Anniston, AL 36201

🥋 Wrestling, MMA

+16199074249 Website Directions

Hamlin Karate Studio Karate / taekwondo

📍 9.8 mi · 72499 Highway 49, Delta, AL 36258-5917

+12562764276 Directions

Valhalla Martial Arts Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

📍 12.8 mi · 81 Big Valley Rd, Alexandria, AL 36250-7000

🥋 BJJ, Kickboxing, Boxing

+12562835363 Website Directions

Heflin Taekwondo Kids classesFree trial classMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo

📍 14.7 mi · 29 Owen Cir, Heflin, AL 36264

🥋 Kickboxing, Boxing, Karate, Taekwondo

(256) 610-3085 Website Directions

World Yoshukai Karate of Jacksonville Karate / taekwondo

📍 14.9 mi · 501 Alexandria Rd SW, Jacksonville, AL 36265

🕒 6:30pm

🥋 Karate

+12052000323 Directions

Excel Martial Arts Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxing

📍 15.3 mi · 203 S Pelham Rd, Jacksonville, AL 36265-2174

🥋 Kickboxing, Boxing

+12565258770 Website Directions

Ted Turgeon's Taekwondo Karate / taekwondo

📍 15.3 mi · 203 Pelham Rd S, Jacksonville, AL 36265

(256) 591-4822 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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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.

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.

What is a mixed martial artist?
A mixed martial artist is an athlete who trains in and combines multiple combat disciplines, such as striking, wrestling, and submission grappling. They integrate techniques from sports like boxing, Muay Thai, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for competition or self-defense. Search MartialArtsAtlas to locate comprehensive MMA programs near you.

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