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Martial Arts Schools in Waseca, MN

2 schools in and around Waseca, Minnesota — 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.

Waseca has about 9,067 residents, which works out to 22 martial arts schools per 100,000 people. Population: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 estimate.

National Taekwondo Karate / taekwondo

112 State St S, Waseca, MN 56093-3043

+15074560550 Directions

Waseca Area Karate & Aikido: Youth & Adult Martial Arts - Wakayama Karate / taekwondo

115 4th St SW, Waseca, MN 56093-2536

+15076767913 Directions

More schools within 30 miles of Waseca

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

The Flow Lab Owatonna BJJ / grapplingMMA

📍 13.7 mi · 1010 Hoffman Dr, Owatonna, MN 55060-1153

🥋 BJJ, Wrestling

+15072000191 Website Directions

National Taekwondo Institute Karate / taekwondo

📍 13.9 mi · 212 W Bridge St, Owatonna, MN 55060-2920

🥋 Taekwondo

+15074560550 Website Directions

The Warrior's Code

📍 17.5 mi · 3701 MN-60 W, Faribault, MN 55021

+15074913879 Directions

Lee's Champion Tae Kwondo Academy Kids classesKarate / taekwondo

📍 23.0 mi · 120 N Augusta Ct, Mankato, MN 56001

🥋 Karate, Taekwondo

+15073457227 Website Directions

Mark44 Academy Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing

📍 23.6 mi · 1524 Tullamore St, Mankato, MN 56001

🕒 Sun 11am-12pm

🥋 BJJ, Judo, Muay Thai

+15075080707 Website Directions

Kato Karate Karate / taekwondo

📍 24.9 mi · 1215 N Riverfront Dr, Mankato, MN 56001-3275

+15073815933 Website Directions

Kawatani Dojo Karate / taekwondo

📍 25.5 mi · 231 Belgrade Ave, North Mankato, MN 56003

🥋 Karate

+15079958465 Website Directions

Farrels-extreme-body-shaping of Mankato Muay thai / kickboxing

📍 25.7 mi · 1170 S Riverfront Dr, Mankato, MN 56001

🥋 Kickboxing, Boxing

5073809624 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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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.

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