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Martial Arts Schools in Walterboro, SC

2 schools in and around Walterboro, South 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.

Walterboro has about 5,488 residents, which works out to 36 martial arts schools per 100,000 people. Population: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 estimate.

Lowcountry Grappling Arts BJJ / grappling

1106 N Jefferies Blvd, Walterboro, SC 29488

+18435396450 Directions

Toe 2 Toe Free trial classMMA

306 Ivanhoe Rd, Walterboro, SC 29488-3717

+18439091119 Website Directions

More schools within 30 miles of Walterboro

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

1789 Training

📍 15.9 mi · 2573 Lodge Hwy, Smoaks, SC 29481-5503

+18439067833 Website Directions

Summerville Family Martial Arts Center Kids classesKarate / taekwondo

📍 27.2 mi · 620 Boone Hill Rd, Summerville, SC 29483-2817

+18438210922 Website Directions

Masters Studios of Self Defense

📍 28.5 mi · 908 Bacons Bridge Rd, Summerville, SC 29485-4115

+18438715595 Website Directions

Titan Jiujitsu LLC Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing

📍 28.6 mi · 890 Bacons Bridge Rd, Summerville, SC 29485-4190

🕒 5:00-5:50 PM

🥋 BJJ

+18035741908 Website Directions

Club RSTKD

📍 29.2 mi · 1400 Old Trolley Rd, Summerville, SC 29485-5210

Directions

National Karate MMA Kids classesKarate / taekwondoMMA

📍 29.2 mi · 827 Travelers Blvd, Summerville, SC 29485-7340

🥋 MMA, Karate

+18438737803 Website Directions

Blackforce Mixed Martial Arts Academy MMA

📍 29.3 mi · 200 Varnfield Dr Ste D, Summerville, SC 29483

🥋 MMA

(419) 957-4741 Website Directions

Kim's Tae Kwon Do Academy LLC - 김성찬 태권도 도장 Karate / taekwondo

📍 29.5 mi · 4650 Ladson Rd, Summerville, SC 29485-8535

+18438218133 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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How to become a certified yoga instructor?
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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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