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1st Defense School Of Martial Arts
“A fantastic place to start or continue your martial arts journey in Essex county!”
Best Martial Arts Classes near Essex, ON
1 of these gyms is based in Essex; the others serve Essex from towns including Windsor (24 km), Belle River (27 km) and Kingsville (15 km).
1 open 24/7 · 14 open weekends · 22 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
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Shushinkan Karate
“My brother and I have been training at Shushinkan for over 10 years now and all throughout my journey one thing has been apparent, this is not just a dojo, it's a family.”
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Maximum Training Centre
- Learn
- Atmosphere
- Athlete
“Best mma gym in the city!”
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Copeland's Martial Arts
- Black Belt
- Karate
- Learn
“Amazing Leader that gives the kids and youth leadership tips and how to cope with any issue also how to be confident and how to have positive and strong personality”
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Art Mason's Peaceful Warriors' Martial Arts Institute
- Discipline
- Learn
- Self-Esteem
“If you are looking for tournament fighting, this is not your best option; but if you're looking for a well rounded martial arts curriculum, this is your place.”
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Mady's Isshin-Ryu Chikara Dojo
- Karate
“Very good professional coaching”
The 24 gyms listed for Essex, 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: Essex, ON
23 of the 24 gyms on this page have a rating, from 4.2 to 5.0 across 442 reviews; 3 have 50 or more reviews and 22 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "atmosphere", "confidence" and "skills". 1 is open around the clock; 13 are open on Saturdays and 5 on Sundays. Domain records put 11 websites of the gyms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2003. 3 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 24 of the gyms on this page; 16 publish a contact page; 14 list a public email and 3 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.
Are weekend martial arts classes listed for Essex?
14 of the 24 gyms put weekend times on the listing. Saturday morning is usually junior classes and an open mat for anyone who wants extra rounds; Sunday is rarer. If your shifts move, ask whether a weekday class you miss can be made up on the weekend.
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Purple Dragon Martial Arts Kingsville
- Self Defence
- Feel
- Confidence
“Purple Dragon has a strong focus on building confidence, resilience, and self discipline which are qualities I know my daughter will be able to carry forward through her entire life.”
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Scientific Wrestling Canada
- Environment
“Marco and Carm really know what they're taking about and apply it to real life situations.”
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Aikido Canada
- Yoga
“He starts off with a little meditation time then speaks to the class about a certain topic that makes you think; like honesty, and living in the moment.”
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Yunhap Family Marital Arts
“This is an excellent centre.”
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South Windsor Martial Arts
- Aikido
“Friendly atmosphere, no muscle head egos, no intimidation, no superior attitudes, new people can feel completely at ease coming to watch a class and even join in on the mats.”
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Way Of Harmony School Of Martial Arts
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Hybrid Training Academy Windsor
- Confidence
- Facility
- Son
“The hybrid training program has brought in so many great athletes, that our children now look up to and can enjoy the random class teachings with them.”
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Karate Rocks Family Martial Arts
- Learn
- Respect
- Motivated
“Sensei Panazzola's dedication, training and passion is experienced every class whether he's guiding us through fundamental techniques, self defence, katas or kumité.”
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Tecumseh Jiu Jitsu
- Environment
- Windsor
- Area
“Ribeiro jui jitsu is a clean and well organized training facility, they teach advanced moves to all and incorporate it in ways to help you understand them better, you will never leave a class not understanding what you learned that day.”
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Masters Taekwondo Academy
“Great place to learn Tae-Kwondo!”
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Windsor Thai Boxing
- Atmosphere
- Shape
- Technique
“Even if you are starting at a 0% experience level like I did, coach Stan will help you achieve your fighting or fitness goals, even if it's just 1% at a time.”
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Windsor Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
- Train
- Goals
“The coach here Ron is very nice he wants to follow your goals and teach you to never give up he is very professional and very experienced if you wanna put your kid I think you should 100% do it”
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Mr Kersey's Karate Schools Limited
- Family
- Life
“Mr Kersey is a tremendous teacher as well as the other Senseis.”
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Tecumseh Taekwon Do
“If you are in the Tecumseh area and are looking for traditional taekwondo instruction for yourself or your children, then I would highly recommend Tecumseh Taekwon-do.”
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Brunelle Martial Arts
“Brunelleschi Martial Arts offers Praying Mantis Style private training!”
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Urstrong Krav Maga Studio
“It is a very fun place to go to and you learn so much.”
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Philip's School of Tae Kwon Do
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Armstrong Jiu Jitsu
- Family
- Environment
“Despite our family's lack of martial arts background, the last 9 months of my 7-year-old son's journey in Jiu Jitsu have been nothing short of remarkable, all thanks to Professor Thomas.”
Martial Arts Training Services in Essex, ON Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$91
Maximum cost
$457
National Average
$145
Avg Per Hour Rates
$61
$121
$181
Average price range is based on 438 cost profiles
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