Martial Arts Schools in Covington, KY

3 schools in and around Covington, Kentucky — 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.

Covington has about 41,611 residents, which works out to 7.2 martial arts schools per 100,000 people. Population: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 estimate.

Dobusutai Martial Arts

315 E 15th St, Covington, KY 41011-3573

+18597602485 Directions

Legacy Taekwondo of NKY Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondo

4147 Madison Pike, Covington, KY 41017-9596

🥋 Taekwondo

+15133120518 Website Directions

Yoseikan Karate School Karate / taekwondo

22 Martin St, Covington, KY 41011

🥋 Karate

+18592917232 Website Directions

More schools within 30 miles of Covington

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

Arnold Martial Arts Kids classesMMA

📍 2.8 mi · 721 Centre View Blvd, Crestview Hills, KY 41017

🥋 MMA

+18593441010 Website Directions

Carlson Gracie Northern Kentucky Free trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

📍 3.1 mi · 818 Monmouth St, Newport, KY 41071-1821

🕒 mon 11am-1pm

🥋 BJJ, Judo, Muay Thai, MMA

+18594146701 Website Directions

Mendocino Jiu Jitsu BJJ / grappling

📍 3.5 mi · 1400 Gloria Terrell Dr, Wilder, KY 41076-9188

+18599129313 Directions

Jin Judo Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondoMMA

📍 3.5 mi · 869 Oak St, Ludlow, KY 41016

🥋 Wrestling, Judo, MMA, Karate

Website Directions

Martial Arts America

📍 3.5 mi · 1412 Gloria Terrell Dr, Wilder, KY 41076-9102

+15133174750 Website Directions

NKY Krav Maga

📍 3.5 mi · 869 Oak St, Ludlow, KY 41016

8598169983 Directions

NKY Martial Arts Academy Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing

📍 3.5 mi · 869 Oak St, Ludlow, KY 41016-1389

🥋 BJJ, Judo, Boxing

+18596405926 Website Directions

Club MMA Kids classesMMA

📍 3.7 mi · 1805 Alexandria Pike, Highland Heights, KY 41076-1146

🥋 MMA

+18598782470 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 Covington

How many martial arts schools are there in Covington?
We list 3 martial arts schools in Covington with addresses, and 3 of them with a phone number.

What's the surest way to check hours in Covington?
Call ahead — 3 of the 3 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 3 martial arts facilities in Covington, Kentucky, with 3 providing direct phone contact to request current pricing and trial offers.