Martial Arts Schools in Tacoma, WA
34 schools in and around Tacoma, Washington — 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.
Tacoma has about 228,202 residents, which works out to 15 martial arts schools per 100,000 people. Population: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 estimate.
9Round Kickboxing Fitness Muay thai / kickboxing
5902 6th Ave Ste B, Tacoma, WA 98406
🥋 Kickboxing, Boxing
Amerindo Self Defense Systems Kids classesKarate / taekwondoMMA
9702 B St E, Tacoma, WA 98445-2066
🥋 Karate, Kung Fu
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy of Tacoma Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
3630 S Cedar St, Tacoma, WA 98409-5702
🥋 BJJ, Muay Thai
Brito's Kickboxing Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxing
1148 72nd St E, Tacoma, WA 98404-1800
Conquest Self Defense Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondoMMA
5604 E Portland Ave, Tacoma, WA 98404-2500
🕒 Tue 4:15pm-8pm, Thu 4:15pm-8pm
🥋 BJJ, Grappling, Wrestling, Judo
Defiance Jiu Jitsu BJJ / grappling
5401 6th Ave, Tacoma, WA 98406-2617
Karate for Kids JBLM Karate / taekwondo
6398 Garcia Blvd, Tacoma, WA 98433-1227
KickHouse Free trial classMuay thai / kickboxing
5401 6th Ave, Tacoma, WA 98406-2617
🕒 Mon 6am-8pm, Tue-Wed 6:30am-8pm, Thu 6:30am-9pm, Fri 6am-7:30pm, Sat 7am-12:30pm, Sun 8am-10am
🥋 Muay Thai, Kickboxing, Boxing
Kwons Taekwondo MMA Karate / taekwondoMMA
7216 S Yakima Ave, Tacoma, WA 98408-5425
Lenderman's Academy of Martial Arts
12702 Pacific Ave S, Tacoma, WA 98444-5069
Logic Jiu Jitsu Club Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMMA
15719 Pacific Ave S, Tacoma, WA 98444
🕒 Saturday: 9AM-11PM
Nova Ryu BJJ Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing
3912 E Portland Ave, Tacoma, WA 98404-4621
🥋 BJJ
Royce Gracie Academy Tacoma BJJ / grappling
5212 S Washington St, Tacoma, WA 98409-2705
Safety First Personal Protection Strategies
2550 Yakima Ave Unit B, Tacoma, WA 98405
Samurai Martial Arts Tacoma BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing
3819 N 27th St, Tacoma, WA 98407
🥋 Grappling
Seven Swords Academy Free trial classBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo
5212 S Washington St, Tacoma, WA 98409-2705
🥋 Grappling, Wrestling, Karate
Shinzo Kaizen Dojo Karate / taekwondo
1709 112th St S, Tacoma, WA 98444
🥋 Karate
Steve Curran Academy of Karate Karate / taekwondo
3814 N 27th St, Tacoma, WA 98407-5813
Tacoma Aikikai Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondo
2502 S 12th St, Tacoma, WA 98405-2710
🥋 Aikido
The Trench Jiujitsu Kids classesBJJ / grappling
4125 49th Ave NE, Tacoma, WA 98422-2423
🥋 BJJ
Traditional Hapkiyusul Karate / taekwondo
1214 S 56th St, Tacoma, WA 98408-3406
🕒 Fri 6pm-8pm, Sat 9:30am-12pm
🥋 Hapkido, Aikido
Twin Tigers Taekwondo Karate / taekwondo
6409 6th Ave, Tacoma, WA 98406-2037
Wave Combat Sports BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing
1720 S 7th St, Tacoma, WA 98405-3316
🥋 BJJ, Muay Thai, Kickboxing, Boxing
Washington statewide, by feature
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Schools in Washington217
- Kids Martial Arts Classes in Washington332
- Traditional Martial Arts Schools in Washington367
- MMA Gyms in Washington110
- Family Martial Arts Classes and Academies in Washington24
- Mixed Martial Arts Gyms and Training in Washington36
Nearby in Washington
- Vancouver31
- Spokane25
- Lakewood7
- University Place3
- Edgewood2
- Spanaway4
- Gig Harbor7
- Federal Way13
- Seattle104
Good to know about martial arts schools in Tacoma
How many martial arts schools are there in Tacoma?
We list 34 martial arts schools in Tacoma with addresses, and 32 of them with a phone number.
What's the surest way to check hours in Tacoma?
Call ahead — 32 of the 34 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 34 martial arts facilities in Tacoma, Washington, with 32 providing direct phone contact to request current pricing and trial offers.