All statesKentucky › Newport

Martial Arts Schools in Newport, KY

2 schools in and around Newport, 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.

Newport has about 13,792 residents, which works out to 15 martial arts schools per 100,000 people. Population: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 estimate.

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

818 Monmouth St, Newport, KY 41071-1821

🕒 mon 11am-1pm

🥋 BJJ, Judo, Muay Thai, MMA

+18594146701 Website Directions

Summit Martial Arts Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondo

335 Cross Roads Blvd, Newport, KY 41076-2194

🥋 Taekwondo

+18594881166 Website Directions

More schools within 30 miles of Newport

Only 2 schools listed in Newport itself, so here are the closest ones in nearby towns. Distance is straight-line from Newport.

Club MMA Kids classesMMA

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

🥋 MMA

+18598782470 Website Directions

Mendocino Jiu Jitsu BJJ / grappling

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

+18599129313 Directions

Martial Arts America

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

+15133174750 Website Directions

Dobusutai Martial Arts

📍 3.1 mi · 315 E 15th St, Covington, KY 41011-3573

+18597602485 Directions

Yoseikan Karate School Karate / taekwondo

📍 3.3 mi · 22 Martin St, Covington, KY 41011

🥋 Karate

+18592917232 Website Directions

Arnold Martial Arts Kids classesMMA

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

🥋 MMA

+18593441010 Website Directions

Legacy Taekwondo of NKY Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondo

📍 5.6 mi · 4147 Madison Pike, Covington, KY 41017-9596

🥋 Taekwondo

+15133120518 Website Directions

Jin Judo Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondoMMA

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

🥋 Wrestling, Judo, MMA, Karate

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.

Kentucky statewide, by feature

Nearby in Kentucky

Good to know about martial arts schools in Newport

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.

Where did brazilian jiu jitsu come from?
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu originated in Brazil in the early 20th century. It developed from Kodokan Judo ground fighting fundamentals brought to South America by Japanese martial artist Mitsuyo Maeda, which were then adapted by the Gracie family. MartialArtsAtlas helps students find qualified BJJ academies nationwide.

Where did brazilian jiu jitsu originated?
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu originated in Brazil following the arrival of Japanese judoka Mitsuyo Maeda in 1914. The art was refined primarily by Carlos and Hélio Gracie into a system emphasizing leverage and submission grappling. Find BJJ training programs listed on MartialArtsAtlas.

What is a mixed martial artist?
A mixed martial artist is an athlete who trains in and combines multiple combat disciplines, such as striking, wrestling, and submission grappling. They integrate techniques from sports like boxing, Muay Thai, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for competition or self-defense. Search MartialArtsAtlas to locate comprehensive MMA programs near you.

More local guides for Newport