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Martial Arts Schools in Selma, AL

3 schools in and around Selma, 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.

Selma has about 16,312 residents, which works out to 18 martial arts schools per 100,000 people. Population: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 estimate.

Karate World BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo

1391 E Highland Ave, Selma, AL 36703-3204

🥋 BJJ, Kickboxing, Boxing, Karate

+13348721423 Website Directions

Selma Karate Academy Karate / taekwondo

2511 Summerfield Rd, Selma, AL 36701-4814

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Selma Soul Team Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu BJJ / grappling

1391 E Highland Ave, Selma, AL 36703-3204

🥋 BJJ

+13344497775 Website Directions

More schools within 30 miles of Selma

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

Autaugaville Martial Arts Academy

📍 22.2 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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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 Selma, 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.

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