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Martial Arts Schools in West Des Moines, IA

7 schools in and around West Des Moines, 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.

West Des Moines has about 73,664 residents, which works out to 9.5 martial arts schools per 100,000 people. Population: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 estimate.

9Round Fitness Muay thai / kickboxing

4825 E P True Pkwy Ste 101, West Des Moines, IA 50266

5152237290 Website Directions

Black Eagle Martial Arts Karate / taekwondo

5905 Ashworth Rd, West Des Moines, IA 50266-7109

🥋 Taekwondo, Hapkido

+15152261960 Website Directions

Des Moines Iaido

2150 Delavan Dr, West Des Moines, IA 50265-5537

+15154907252 Website Directions

Dojo's Family Martial Arts Kids classesKarate / taekwondo

1960 Grand Ave, West Des Moines, IA 50265-4218

🥋 Karate

+15152237189 Website Directions

Raccoon Valley Kendo Club

2150 Delavan Dr, West Des Moines, IA 50265-5537

Directions

Xcel Martial Arts Karate / taekwondo

2218 Park Dr, West Des Moines, IA 50265-5767

🥋 Karate

+15159791102 Website Directions

Zero Dojo Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

2600 University Ave, West Des Moines, IA 50266-1456

🥋 BJJ, Muay Thai, Kickboxing, Boxing, MMA

+15154145531 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 West Des Moines

How many martial arts schools are there in West Des Moines?
We list 7 martial arts schools in West Des Moines with addresses, and 6 of them with a phone number.

What's the surest way to check hours in West Des Moines?
Call ahead — 6 of the 7 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 7 martial arts facilities in West Des Moines, Iowa, with 6 providing direct phone contact to request current pricing and trial offers.

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