Martial Arts Schools in San Rafael, CA

11 schools in and around San Rafael, California — 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.

San Rafael has about 59,961 residents, which works out to 18 martial arts schools per 100,000 people. Population: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 estimate.

Bay Marin Aikido Free trial classKarate / taekwondo

1345 Via Sessi, San Rafael, CA 94901-2842

🥋 Aikido

+14157170435 Website Directions

Golden State Athletic Club

1417 4th St, San Rafael, CA 94901-6810

+18313346960 Website Directions

Hurricane Athletics and Combat Free trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

1295 2nd St, San Rafael, CA 94901-3800

🥋 BJJ, Boxing, MMA

+14158952680 Website Directions

I Love Kickboxing Muay thai / kickboxing

1446 Fourth St, San Rafael, CA 94901

6282437128 Website Directions

Lavin Mixed Martial Arts & Fitness Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

4286 Redwood Hwy, San Rafael, CA 94903-2645

🥋 BJJ, Kickboxing, Boxing, MMA

+14156889750 Website Directions

North Bay MMA MMA

Garvin Ave., San Rafael, CA 94903

+14152598917 Website Directions

Northgate Gojukan Karate 北金門剛柔館空手 Karate / taekwondo

1050 Northgate Dr, Ste 270, San Rafael, CA 94903

🥋 Karate

+14154922011 Website Directions

Paresh Martial Arts Free trial class

777 Grand Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901-3500

+14158289323 Website Directions

San Rafael Martial Arts Kids classesKarate / taekwondo

861 4th St, San Rafael, CA 94901-3242

🥋 Kung Fu

+14154595425 Website Directions

The Martial Arts Academy of Marin Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondo

1414 4th St, San Rafael, CA 94901-2857

🥋 Karate

+14157474483 Website Directions

Urban Combative Martial Arts Free trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing

555 Francisco Blvd E, San Rafael, CA 94901

🥋 Boxing

+14156866539 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 San Rafael

How many martial arts schools are there in San Rafael?
We list 11 martial arts schools in San Rafael with addresses, and 11 of them with a phone number.

What's the surest way to check hours in San Rafael?
Call ahead — 11 of the 11 martial arts schools here list a number. Hours at independent martial arts schools shift with seasons and staffing, so a phone call beats any listing, including ours.

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 11 martial arts facilities in San Rafael, California, with 11 providing direct phone contact to request current pricing and trial offers.