Martial Arts Schools in Missouri
548 schools across Missouri. Pick a city for full listings with phone numbers, or scroll down for smaller towns.
Missouri has about 6,245,466 residents, so that's 8.8 martial arts schools per 100,000 people. Population: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 estimate.
Missouri by feature
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Schools153
- Kids Martial Arts Classes171
- Traditional Martial Arts Schools234
- MMA Gyms69
- Family Martial Arts Classes and Academies14
- Mixed Martial Arts Gyms and Training20
Cities
- Kansas City42
- St Louis34
- Springfield33
- Joplin15
- Columbia14
- Lee's Summit14
- Independence13
- O'Fallon11
- St Charles11
- Blue Springs10
- Wentzville10
- Chesterfield9
- St Peters9
- Florissant8
- Branson7
- Gladstone7
- St Joseph7
- Ballwin6
- Cape Girardeau6
- Festus6
- Jefferson City6
- Maryland Heights6
- Fenton5
- Kirksville5
- Manchester5
- Nixa5
- Poplar Bluff5
- Sedalia5
- Ellisville4
- Jackson4
- Maplewood4
- Neosho4
- Ozark4
- Raytown4
- Rolla4
- Warrensburg4
- Warrenton4
- Washington4
- Webb City4
- Arnold3
- Aurora3
- Brentwood3
- Creve Coeur3
- Eureka3
- Farmington3
- Fredericktown3
- Imperial3
- Kearney3
- Lebanon3
- Liberty3
- Moberly3
- Perryville3
- Platte City3
- Saint Louis3
- Sikeston3
- Union3
- Ashland2
- Battlefield2
- Bethany2
- Camdenton2
- Carthage2
- Cassville2
- Clinton2
- Cottleville2
- Excelsior Springs2
- Grandview2
- Hazelwood2
- Hillsboro2
- Hollister2
- Houston2
- Kirkwood2
- Lake St Louis2
- Macon2
- Marshfield2
- Monett2
- North Kansas City2
- Oak Grove2
- Olivette2
- Osage Beach2
- Parkville2
- Peculiar2
- Raymore2
- Republic2
- Saint Charles2
- Seneca2
- Smithville2
- St Ann2
- St James2
- Troy2
- Valley Park2
- Waynesville2
Other towns in Missouri
Kraken Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and FitnessBelton
547 N Scott Ave, Belton, MO 64012-1762
Infinity Martial Arts of BolivarBolivar
218 W Jackson St, Bolivar, MO 65613-1929
Brookfield Martial ArtsBrookfield
620 W Lockling Ave, Brookfield, MO 64628-2003
Mong Su Dom Tai Chinese KarateCarterville
324 W Main St, Carterville, MO 64835-1483
Missouri Martial Arts and FitnessCedar Hill
6699 Veterans Dr, Cedar Hill, MO 63016-2336
🕒 Monday Juniors 5 – 6
ShoshinKan Sogo Budo: Karate, Centralia, MOCentralia
Kinkead Pharmacy, 105 S Allen St, Centralia, MO 65240-1303
Axiom Brazilian Jiu-JitsuChillicothe
606 Jackson St, Chillicothe, MO 64601-2244
Black Dragon Kung-fuCrystal City
345 Bailey Rd, Crystal City, MO 63019-1802
🕒 Mondays, 6:00pm – 7:30pm
Forsyth Fitness & Martial ArtsForsyth
15511 US Highway 160, Forsyth, MO 65653-8106
Karate for Kids and AdultsHarrisonville
508 Westchester Ave, Harrisonville, MO 64701-1789
Stealth Brazilian Jiu-JitsuKnob Noster
110 N State St, Knob Noster, MO 65336-1345
iLoveKickboxing - Lake St. LouisLake Saint Louis
20 Meadow Circle Dr, Lake Saint Louis, MO 63367
World Martial Arts Academy of CrestwoodMarlborough
8332 Watson Rd, Marlborough, MO 63119-4808
Midwest Jiu Jitsu Academy Monroe City, MoMonroe City
208 S Main St, Monroe City, MO 63456-1623
Jiu Jitsu Outlet Mountain Grove MOMountain Grove
103 E 2nd St, Mountain Grove, MO 65711-1720
A Plus Martial ArtsOdessa
309 Park Ln, Odessa, MO 64076-1676
Royce Gracie Academy of Palmyra, MOPalmyra
811 N Main St, Palmyra, MO 63461
🕒 Tues./Thur. (Ages 4-9) 4:15-5:00PM
Pleasant Hill Martial ArtsPleasant Hill
1208 N State Route 7, Pleasant Hill, MO 64080-1038
Cast Iron BjjPleasant Valley
6603 Royal St, Pleasant Valley, MO 64068-7840
🕒 Sun 3pm-6:45pm, Mon 6am-9:15pm, Tue 6am-9:15pm, Wed 6am-9:15pm, Thu 6am-9:15pm, Fri 6am-7:30pm, Sat 8am-10am
Peak Performance Taekwondo Portageville, MOPortageville
224 E Main St, Portageville, MO 63873-1614
Championship Martial Arts Table Rock LakeReeds Spring
16585 State Highway 13, Reeds Spring, MO 65737-8907
🕒 Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri,Sat,Sun 9am-5pm
JAMMA Jermaine Andre Mixed Martial ArtsRichmond Heights
1500 S Big Bend Blvd, Richmond Heights, MO 63117-2212
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu St. LouisShrewsbury
7545 Ravensridge Rd, Shrewsbury, MO 63119-5502
St. Clair, MO HapkidoSt Clair
1 Paul Parks Dr, St Clair, MO 63077-1177
SMA Shorin Ryu Martial ArtsSunset Hills
11025 Gravois Industrial Ct, Sunset Hills, MO 63128-2041
American Midwest Tae Kwon Do Academy Inc.Webster Groves
7 N Gore Ave, Webster Groves, MO 63119
Art Of GrapplingWhiteman Air Force Base
333 Houx Dr, Whiteman Air Force Base, MO 65305-5099
Good to know about martial arts schools in Missouri
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.
How much do boxing classes cost?
Rates for boxing instruction depend on whether you choose group classes or private training. In Missouri, there are 548 combat sports centers offering transparent pricing and membership options for all skill levels.
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.