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Martial Arts Schools in Waterloo, IA

5 schools in and around Waterloo, Iowa — 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.

Waterloo has about 67,477 residents, which works out to 7.4 martial arts schools per 100,000 people. Population: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 estimate.

Cedar Valley Taekwondo Karate / taekwondoMMA

669 S Hackett Rd, Waterloo, IA 50701-5632

🥋 MMA, Taekwondo

+13192333531 Website Directions

Fury Fight Team MMA

1825 Black Hawk St, Waterloo, IA 50702-1230

Directions

Impact Martial Arts Club

722 Water St, Waterloo, IA 50703-4738

+13198302512 Directions

Iowa Shotokan Karate at MercyOne Fitness Center Karate / taekwondo

2204 Kimball Ave, Waterloo, IA 50702

+13192809227 Directions

Waterloo Capoeira

620 W 5th St, Waterloo, IA 50702-1538

+15154456941 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 Waterloo

How many martial arts schools are there in Waterloo?
We list 5 martial arts schools in Waterloo with addresses, and 4 of them with a phone number.

What's the surest way to check hours in Waterloo?
Call ahead — 4 of the 5 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 5 martial arts facilities in Waterloo, Iowa, with 4 providing direct phone contact to request current pricing and trial offers.

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