Spartan Krav Maga
“Amelia, Cyrus, and Alex are incredible instructors and practitioners and they helped me develop a confidence that I have never had before.”
Best Martial Arts Classes in Burlington, ON
15 gyms listed · 13 in Burlington · 14 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Mnbjj HQ Academy (Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu)
“The community that Márcio has built is beautiful, and I am forever grateful to get to be a part of it.”
Burlington Training Centre
“Our whole family trains here — the kids enjoy kickboxing, boxing, and tumble classes, and the coaches are fantastic.”
Shudokan Family Karate Centre
“Great events and many valuable teaching moments in different aspects of life.”
Omac Martial Arts
“The staff are fantastic with the kids and my son loves coming here for classes.”
DCR Tae Kwon Do Academy
“They have enjoyed the after-school program and the camps during the summer it's really worth it.”
The 15 gyms listed for Burlington, ON teach martial arts and combat sports. Styles taught, youth programs and class times come from each gym's own pages, with star ratings from public reviews.
Area overview: Burlington, ON
13 of the 15 gyms we list are based in Burlington; the other 2 serve Burlington from Oakville (18 km). The gyms on this page are rated from 4.5 to 5.0 across 1,233 reviews; 7 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "atmosphere" and "community". 14 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. 7 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 22 years. 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 14 of the gyms on this page; 12 publish a contact page; 11 list a public email and 9 take bookings online. We count these figures across the gyms on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the gym before you enrol.
Why are some gyms here outside Burlington?
13 of the 15 gyms sit inside Burlington. The rest come from other towns inside 20 km, each shown under the city it belongs to. Distance is measured straight-line, so check the route before you plan a class you would drive to twice a week.
Burlington Academy of Martial Arts (Bama)
“The coaches make learning jiu-jitsu fun while still teaching discipline and technique.”
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Bay Area Athletic Club (Baac)
“A bonus that they aligned parents kickboxing fitness classes with kids schedule plus free access to equipment for parents while waiting.”
Mystic Stained Glass Studio Ltd
“I needed a glass lamp repaired and she was able to take in and fix my piece so quickly.”
Angus Full Circle Judo Club
“And their youth programs and summer programs are , again , unmatched in quality and care.”
Nextgen Martial Arts Burlington
“The environment is comfortable and encouraging, you get to workout at your own pace, so if you need to slow down or pick it up you can, while still feeling motivated”
Canadian Martial Arts Centre
“Have been attending the dojo since 2012, and I absolutely love it.”
Paterson's Karate Works
“I couldn't be happier with him guiding my daughter through learning to control her behavior as well as learning to defend herself.”
Seung's Taekwondo(Martial Art One)
“The best martial art school in Burlington for sure.”
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Toraguchi Martial Arts
“My son recently joined Toraguchi, and we are impressed with the thoughtful training and caring environment we've witnessed.”
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about gyms in Burlington
- “A dojo that feels like family. Everyone who works at Shudokan is supportive and really cares about the students' progress and well-being.” — from a review of Shudokan Family Karate Centre
- “The instructors are friendly and supportive, and my kids are having fun while learning discipline, competitiveness and boosting their confidence.” — from a review of Omac Martial Arts
- “My son started a few months ago and it has helped him greatly with his confidence, discipline, mental and physical stamina.” — from a review of DCR Tae Kwon Do Academy
- “The instructors are outstanding—true leaders who not only teach skill and discipline, but also respect, confidence, and resilience.” — from a review of Burlington Academy of Martial Arts (Bama)
- “They know how to build great relationships with the kids while teaching discipline, confidence, and respect.” — from a review of Burlington Training Centre
Excerpts from public reviews of the gyms listed on this page.
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