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The Mud Oven
- Kids
- Fun
- Cute
“All the staff are super friendly and helpful - shoutout to Kendra for going above and beyond 🥰 obsessed with this mug I did recently, will definitely be back again!”
Best Martial Arts Classes in Ottawa, ON
24 gyms listed · all 24 in Ottawa · 21 open weekends · all 24 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
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Krav Maga Ottawa
- Skills
- Volunteer
- Adult
“Laurent and Shane are fantastic instructors and you will also have the chance on several occasions to defend yourself against volunteer attackers from the regular Krav Maga class, to improve your techniques and push yourself to your limits.”
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Brave Martial Arts Institute Inc.
“Even though English isn't his first language, he manages to get explain and demonstrate techniques in clear way for beginners like me, and the higher belts in the gym are really enjoying and learning a lot from his instruction as well.”
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Hintonburg Pottery
- Workshop
- Learning
- Patient
“My father and I were looking through the window, about half an hour before they opened, and they were lovely enough to let us in early to buy some pottery.”
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Ottawa Academy of Martial Arts
“Also the members are very inviting and welcoming and always ready to help improve yourself which creates a great training environment to help improve your skills and work on new ones.”
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Tina Takahashi Martial Arts
“I also wanted to say my asthma seemed to have gotten horrible this year, so occasionally I have to stop in between training sets (training is intense), but I have never felt shamed or pressured to perform beyond my capability.”
The 24 gyms listed for Ottawa, 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: Ottawa, ON
All 24 gyms we list here are in Ottawa itself. We have 45 gyms in Ottawa on file; this page shows the highest-rated 24. The gyms on this page are rated from 4.5 to 5.0 across 1,335 reviews; 13 have 50 or more reviews. When customers rate these gyms on specific qualities, they most often praise quality (92%), professionalism (86%) and communication (81%). 20 are open on Saturdays and 8 on Sundays. Domain records put 15 websites of the gyms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1999. We have a website on file for all 24 of the gyms on this page; 19 publish a contact page; 18 list a public email and 8 take bookings online. We count these figures across the gyms on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the gym before you enrol.
Are weekend martial arts classes listed for Ottawa?
21 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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Cooligan Martial Arts & Fitness
“Cooligan's rolled with the punches during the pandemic exceptionally well, keeping training going, either on-line or (safely and following guidelines) in house.”
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Phoenix Taekwondo Martial Arts Academy
- Athlete
- Parents
- Train
“I cannot thank Master Koh enough for everything he has taught me, from discipline, to work ethic, to self-control, to being the best person I can be inside and outside of the school.”
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Gracie Barra Ottawa
“If you are looking to be part of a great community, make new friends, learn self defense, compete, get fit or just have fun, I highly recommend Gracie Barra Ottawa.”
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Capital Taekwondo Martial Arts & After School Program
- Discipline
- Job
- Professional
“Master Radomir and Master Campbell's ability to deliver virtual classes despite the current situation shows their love for their students, the sport as well as their resourcefulness and ability to adapt in this time of crisis.”
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N1 Thai Boxing Academy
“Though I wouldnt recommend starting on the heavy bag, if it's your first time, because your knuckles won't be conditioned as the other people who have been training there longer.”
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MD F.i.t.life Kickboxing
- Humor
- Technique
- Passion
“Mike is a motivating instructor, cares about his students and is able to pass his Muay Thai/kickboxing/fitness knowledge asking to every level of student.”
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Douvris Martial Arts
“My kids have been going for several years, and I am continually impressed not only by the instruction provided by the staff, but also by the atmosphere and sense of community they offer.”
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Zen Mixed Martial Arts
- BJJ
- Community
- Samurai
“I strongly recommend this institution, and if you have any needs, concerns and comments, please feel free to speak to David, who has a big heart filled with warmth and compassion.”
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Chen Yingjun Tai Chi Ottawa
- Meditative
- Health
- Gratitude
“Different from all other teachers with whom I had trained throughout my adolescence he stimulate us to get better, day after day, he doesn't hide any secret and explains everything with a great didatic and passion.”
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Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Ottawa
- Practice
- Understand
- Felt
“The instructor, James, broke down all the moves into step by step movements, and ensured that I was doing the moves correctly while maintaining a safe and comfortable environment.”
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Direct Action Combat Performance
“I have taken some personal training sessions as well and having a background in athletics I have never had better, more personalized and intense training before.”
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East Wind Budo Life Center
- Family
- Karate
“Amazing dojo go train and improve physically and mentally.”
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Beacon Hill Craft Club
- Volunteer
- Artists
- Paint
“Sarah and her staff have really created a wonderful place for artists of all ages to create and share.”
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Shaolin Tiger Kung Fu Centre
- Discipline
- Bruce Lee
“Not only do you get good exercise, you learn self discipline, guidance to proper posture and movement in martial arts, and most importantly respect for yourself and others, especially in the dojo.”
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Monart Art School Of Ottawa the
“My child had an awesome time at Monart and produced a ton of great artwork over the course of a week.”
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Takahashi Dojo Martial Arts Centre
- Environment
- Judo
- Family
“The best place to learn Judo and other traditional Japanese art forms in Ottawa.”
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Out of Ruins
“The variety is amazing, from framed landscapes, to wavy bright spring flowers, to stunning glass bowls, there is always something in her studio that I fall in love with.”
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Christopher Griffin Art Studio
“So grateful having him in our city to help beautify it.”
Martial Arts Training Services in Ottawa, ON Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$108
Maximum cost
$542
National Average
$172
Avg Per Hour Rates
$73
$144
$215
Typical price range is based on 291 cost profiles
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