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Martial Arts Schools in Columbia, PA

2 schools in and around Columbia, Pennsylvania — 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.

Columbia has about 10,399 residents, which works out to 19 martial arts schools per 100,000 people. Population: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 estimate.

Ronin Kai

233 Locust St, Columbia, PA 17512-1110

+12679948440 Website Directions

USA Martial Arts Academy

233 Locust St, Columbia, PA 17512-1110

+17174710578 Website Directions

More schools within 30 miles of Columbia

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

Gracie 717 Free trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

📍 4.9 mi · 3515 Columbia Ave, East Hempfield Twp, PA 17603-4652

🥋 BJJ, Kickboxing, Boxing, MMA

+17178896613 Website Directions

Triple Spiral Studio Karate / taekwondo

📍 5.0 mi · 1251 Stony Battery Rd, East Hempfield Twp, PA 17538-1520

🥋 Karate

+16107909186 Website Directions

Everest World Class TaekwonDo Lancaster Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondo

📍 5.8 mi · 3035 Columbia Ave, Lancaster, PA 17603-4010

🥋 Taekwondo

+17178695668 Website Directions

The Clinic Muay Thai Gym Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

📍 6.3 mi · 301 Main St, Landisville, PA 17538-1356

🕒 Monday-Friday: 5-9pm

🥋 BJJ, Wrestling, Muay Thai, Boxing, MMA

+17179907680 Website Directions

Mimidis Karate Kids classesKarate / taekwondo

📍 7.2 mi · 111 Rohrerstown Rd, Lancaster, PA 17603

🥋 Karate

(717) 397-6009 Website Directions

Lancaster Historical European Martial Arts

📍 7.2 mi · 2670 Charlestown Rd, Lancaster, PA 17603-9701

+17174737009 Website Directions

Lancaster Wing Chun Association Kids classesKarate / taekwondo

📍 7.8 mi · 246 Manor Ave, Millersville, PA 17551

🥋 Kung Fu, Wing Chun

+17172082258 Website Directions

Susquehanna Valley Academy of Martial Arts

📍 7.9 mi · 117 Banyan Cir Dr, Lancaster, PA 17603

+17175756137 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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