Martial Arts Schools in Durham, NC
28 schools in and around Durham, North Carolina — 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.
Durham has about 301,870 residents, which works out to 9.3 martial arts schools per 100,000 people. Population: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 estimate.
Bull City Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
3111 Shannon Rd, Durham, NC 27707-6339
Chapel Hill Shotokan Karate Karate / taekwondo
3716 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27705-5016
Elevate MMA Academy BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
2945 S Miami Blvd, Durham, NC 27703-8024
Gracie Durham Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo
4908 Hillsborough Rd, Durham, NC 27705-5906
International Taekwondo Institute Karate / taekwondo
1418 Avondale Dr, Durham, NC 27701-2308
JMA Taekwondo Karate / taekwondo
121 Sherron Rd, Durham, NC 27703-9515
Jae's Personal Training / Boxing Training Muay thai / kickboxing
4900 NC Highway 55 Ste 485, Durham, NC 27713
Karate International of Durham Karate / taekwondo
5324 New Hope Commons Blvd, Durham, NC 27707
Kim's White Tiger Tae Kwon Do School Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
4600 Durham Chapel Hill Blvd, Durham, NC 27707-2464
Master Chang's Martial Arts Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondo
8200 Renaissance Pkwy, Durham, NC 27713-6698
Modu Martial Arts Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
105 W NC Highway 54, Durham, NC 27713-6646
NC Systema Free trial classBJJ / grapplingMMA
4603 Hillsborough Rd, Durham, NC 27705
Scorpion's School of Martial Arts
3747 Wake Forest Rd, Durham, NC 27703-3634
Shaw's School of Karate Karate / taekwondo
1921 N Pointe Dr, Durham, NC 27705-2672
TKFmma Basic Weapons Class BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
1921 N Pointe Dr, Durham, NC 27705-2672
Triangle Aikido Karate / taekwondo
4603 Hillsborough Rd, Durham, NC 27705
Triangle Jiu Jitsu Academy Kids classesBJJ / grappling
124 Latta Rd, Durham, NC 27712
Triangle Self-Defense & Tactical Training Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling
3742 Durham Chapel Hill Blvd, Durham, NC 27707-0033
United Thai Boxing & MMA Kids classesFree trial classMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
4900 NC-55, Durham, NC 27713-7804
North Carolina statewide, by feature
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Schools in North Carolina265
- Kids Martial Arts Classes in North Carolina405
- Traditional Martial Arts Schools in North Carolina456
- MMA Gyms in North Carolina135
- Family Martial Arts Classes and Academies in North Carolina33
- Mixed Martial Arts Gyms and Training in North Carolina34
Nearby in North Carolina
- Fayetteville31
- Greensboro29
- Chapel Hill11
- Carrboro2
- Hillsborough3
- Morrisville9
- Cary32
- Creedmoor2
- Charlotte77
- Raleigh63
Good to know about martial arts schools in Durham
How many martial arts schools are there in Durham?
We list 28 martial arts schools in Durham with addresses, and 27 of them with a phone number.
What's the surest way to check hours in Durham?
Call ahead — 27 of the 28 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 28 martial arts facilities in Durham, North Carolina, with 27 providing direct phone contact to request current pricing and trial offers.