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Historical European & Filipino Martial Arts Classes in Massachusetts

13 of the 894 martial arts schools we track in Massachusetts have specialized historical and weapon-based martial arts instruction. Full listings for every city are on the Massachusetts page.

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This section lists academies offering specialized historical and weapon-based combat systems, including Historical European Martial Arts (HEMA) and Filipino Martial Arts (Kali, Escrima, Arnis). These programs teach practical self-defense and historical combat techniques using longswords, rapiers, rattan sticks, and blades. Before visiting, check whether the school focuses on historical reconstruction, modern sport sparring, or tactical self-defense.

Amesbury 1

  1. Wuxia Martial Arts Center

    14 Cedar St, Amesbury, MA 01913-1831

    Free trial classBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo
    Call Website All Amesbury

Boston 1

  1. Combat Sports Boston

    261 Friend St, Boston, MA 02114-1802

    Free trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
    Call Website All Boston

Cambridge 1

  1. American Martial Arts Center

    36 Spinelli Pl, Cambridge, MA 02138-1064

    Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
    Call Website All Cambridge

Dracut 1

  1. Rising Storm Karate Dracut

    101 Broadway Rd, Dracut, MA 01826-4000

    BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
    Call Website All Dracut

Easthampton 1

  1. The Leopard School of Martial Arts

    156 Northampton St, Easthampton, MA 01027

    Sundays at 4pm

    Free trial classKarate / taekwondo
    Website All Easthampton

Greenfield 1

  1. J. R. Roy Martial Arts

    1 Osgood St, Greenfield, MA 01301

    Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondo
    Call Website All Greenfield

Lexington 1

  1. Allan Azoff Martial Arts Academy

    177 Bedford St, Lexington, MA 02420-4422

    Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
    Call Website All Lexington

Leyden 1

  1. J. R. Roy Martial Arts Studio

    515 Brattleboro Rd, Leyden, MA 01337

    Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
    Call Website

Middleboro 1

  1. Budo Karate Academy

    67 Everett St, Middleboro, MA 02346-2065

    Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
    Call Website All Middleboro

Quincy 1

  1. Institute of Combative Arts

    5 Grossman St, Quincy, MA 02169-6449

    Free trial classBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondoMMA
    Call Website All Quincy

Salem 1

  1. Martial Arts Research Institute

    53 Mason St, Salem, MA 01970-2264

    Kids classes
    Call Website All Salem

Waltham 1

  1. United Shaolin Kempo Karate

    422 Moody St, Waltham, MA 02453

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
    Call Website All Waltham

Watertown 1

  1. Athena School of Arms

    125 Walnut St, Watertown, MA 02472-4043

    Monday, Wednesday: 6:30PM-9:00PM

    Website All Watertown
Gear Requirements: Most schools provide basic loaner equipment for introductory classes, but members must purchase their own protective armor and practice weapons within 30 to 60 days.

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Good to know

How much do HEMA and Filipino Martial Arts classes cost?

Monthly membership dues in the US typically range between $100 and $180 for unlimited or bi-weekly group training. Introductory packages usually cost $50 to $100 for a 2- to 4-week trial that includes loaner sticks or synthetic swords.

Do I need to buy my own weapons and armor before joining?

No, beginners can use academy loaner gear for the first month of training. As you progress into partner sparring, you will need to purchase personal gear costing between $200 and $600, depending on whether you choose synthetic weapons or steel-rated protective suits.

Are these weapon-based programs suitable for complete beginners?

Yes, foundational courses focus on basic footwork, body mechanics, distance management, and weapon safety before introducing contact drills. Free sparring is optional and restricted to students who have acquired proper safety gear and passed basic skills assessments.

How to lose body fat percentage?

Reducing body fat percentage involves maintaining a moderate energy deficit while engaging in strength training and high-calorie combat sports. Regular practice in disciplines like MMA or Muay Thai builds lean tissue while driving down overall body fat. Users in Massachusetts can browse 13 verified martial arts academies offering structured weight management programs.

How to drain fluid from ear?

Draining fluid from an ear—often caused by trauma such as cauliflower ear in grappling—requires sterile medical aspiration using a syringe followed by a compression wrap. Performing this procedure at home without medical expertise carries a severe risk of infection and permanent cartilage deformity. Practicing martial artists in Massachusetts should consult qualified medical professionals or ask coaches at one of the 13 listed local academies for proper sports health protocols.