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Martial Arts Schools in Ashland, MO

2 schools in and around Ashland, Missouri — 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.

Ashland has about 5,164 residents, which works out to 39 martial arts schools per 100,000 people. Population: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 estimate.

Alpha Martial Arts

203 N Henry Clay Blvd, Ashland, MO 65010-9596

+15732069229 Website Directions

Legion Martial Arts Free trial classKarate / taekwondo

100 E Broadway, Ashland, MO 65010

🕒 4:30 pm - 8:00 pm

🥋 Taekwondo

+15736167777 Website Directions

More schools within 30 miles of Ashland

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

Rifkin Professional Karate Center Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo

📍 10.1 mi · 502 Cooper Dr N, Columbia, MO 65201-7121

🥋 Kickboxing, Boxing, Karate, Taekwondo, Aikido

+15734420668 Website Directions

Gracie Barra Columbia BJJ / grappling

📍 10.2 mi · 128 E Nifong Blvd, Columbia, MO 65203-3740

+15737495733 Directions

Columbia Academy of Taekwon-Do Karate / taekwondo

📍 10.9 mi · 1907 Hillcrest Dr, Columbia, MO 65201-6205

Directions

Colt Combatives and Fitness

📍 11.3 mi · 4250 E Broadway, Columbia, MO 65201-7960

+18705179587 Directions

Mid Missouri Judo Karate / taekwondo

📍 11.3 mi · 4250 E Broadway, Columbia, MO 65201

+15732688997 Directions

Gracie Humaita Columbia Brazilian Jiu-jitsu Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo

📍 12.1 mi · 2010 Chapel Plaza Ct Suite B, Columbia, MO 65203-6382

🥋 BJJ

+15735546601 Website Directions

Hockmans ATA East Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo

📍 12.1 mi · Break Time, 2709 E Broadway, Columbia, MO 65201

🥋 Kickboxing, Boxing, Karate, Taekwondo

+15738755425 Website Directions

Columbia Training Academy BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

📍 12.4 mi · 24 S Rangeline Rd, Columbia, MO 65201-8718

🥋 BJJ, Wrestling, Kickboxing, Boxing, MMA

+15734245744 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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