Best Martial Arts and Combat Sports Classes in Vancouver, BC
Handpicked from 396 vetted & reviewed Martial Arts Training gyms in the Vancouver area, discover the top 5 elite providers among the selected group of 24 finalists.
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Top-rated companies A-Z in Vancouver
Champions Martial Arts Academy
East Vancouver Taekwondo
Hero Academy
North Vancouver Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Vancouver Martial Arts
Prominent finalists A-Z in Vancouver
Alliance Vancouver Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Budō Jiu-Jitsu Team
DCS
FKP MMA
Gracie Barra Kitsilano
Gracie Barra North Vancouver
JIU Jitsu Vancouver
Kuzushi Grappling
Lions MMA
Marcus Soares Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy
Master Tony Kook’s North Shore Taekwondo
Muay Thai Academy
Pacific Top Team Vancity
Roll Jiu Jitsu Academy
Sirota’s Alchymy
Tiger’s Eye Karate-do
Universal MMA
Vancouver Mind-Body Centre
West van Karate Academy
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Vancouver Martial Arts
(44)
Discipline
Punching
Learn
“I would definitely recommend VMA to anyone looking to send their kids or learn taekwondo for themselves, as there is no age limit for partaking in this magnificent art of life.”
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Champions Martial Arts Academy
(45)
Community
Contract
Students
“An academy that not only imparts martial arts knowledge and training but inculcates in children and adults, confidence, strength, courage and values to be good to themselves and others around them.”
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North Vancouver Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
(50)
“I introduced my son to NVBJJ in 2014 and was so impressed at Marcs coaching skills and his ability to connect with any person on any level that when Brandon moved into the adult class I decided to join myself.”
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Hero Academy
(50)
“I highly recommend this academy for all youth as they will only have very positive life-lasting experiences that will help them become great adults, make friends and have fun in the meanwhile.”
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East Vancouver Taekwondo
(50)
“One of the highlights is that on a belt promotion test day, the founder of the school, Tony Kook, attends to judge the progress of the students and always delivers an uplifting message and lesson to the students with the underlying theme that hard wo...”
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Minimum Overall Score
98 (100)
Minimum Reputation Rank
97.5 Percentile
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“Master Tony Kook's team of amazing instructors make it easy for anyone at any age or condition to join the program and strive for personal greatness whatever that is.”
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Budō
(50)
Classes
Kickboxing
Learn
“Scott and the other instructors are all incredibly knowledgeable and friendly, having cultivated a welcoming environment for students at all levels of experience from the most basic novice to the seasoned practitioner.”
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Alliance Vancouver Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
(48)
Team
People
Competitive
“The classes for the kids and teens were fun and engaging and I know that the impact of the coaching and support they received will stay with them for years.”
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Pacific Top Team Vancity
(48)
Classes
Compete
BJJ
“I have been particularly enjoying their smaller programs of Women's Muay Thai and Women's self defence workshops because of the accommodating instructors and the non-intimidating environments for first-timers/newbies (me!”
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Vancouver Mind-Body Centre (Vmbc)
(50)
Kickboxing
Facility
Classes
“Great facility with amazing instructors, I attend multiple fitness and martial arts classes here every week and find every single one to be enjoyable and challenging.”
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Muay Thai Academy
(50)
Skill
World Champion
Environment
“Sure you get a workout but it's fundamentally about skill acquisition, so if you're really interested in Muay Thai as an art and a sport, this place is for you.”
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Kuzushi Grappling
(50)
Facility
Students
Train
“Drilling feels fresh and purposeful when instructors contextualize the lesson plan in the “big picture” view that takes different situations (Gi / No-gi / other grappling rulesets / applications and limitations in a self-defense situation, etc.”
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Gracie Barra North Shore
(50)
Students
Confidence
Professor
“And lastly, the coaches are firm and direct yet friendly in their direction and guidance towards respect of the premise, the art of jui jitsu, and each other.”
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DCS
(50)
Intimidating
Showers
Classes
“I'm so happy I bumped into Daniel after training with him 7-8 years ago and Casey was super informative and was patient with all my questions but most importantly, she encouraged me that not only it wasn't too late to catch up but also it would be to...”
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Lions MMA
(50)
BJJ
Compete
Skill
“The instructors I've had the privilege of learning from, especially Adam and Amir, are both professional and talented fighters who deeply care about the gym and its members.”
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West van Karate Academy
(50)
Confidence
Skills
Sensei
“Filled with an amazing vibe, going here has allowed me to grow as a person and as an athlete, and I always feel supported and encouraged by Sensei Matt and the people around me.”
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Roll Jiu Jitsu Academy
(49)
Family
Train
Professor
“Filip, owner and an active athlete, understands the needs of the school, ensuring it's a safe and conducive environment for both beginners and experienced practitioners.”
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Tiger's Eye Karate-do
(49)
“Everytime I go to his class he pushes my body to its maximum which makes me hate myself for being so weak, but when the class finishes I get a sense of achievement that nothing else can compete with.”
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Marcus Soares Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy
(49)
Skills
Carlson Gracie
BJJ
“I gave it only 4 stars here because when I first joined a few months ago, they didn't seem to have any specific curriculum for new people who had never trained jiu-jitsu before.”
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JIU Jitsu Vancouver
(48)
Mats
Environment
BJJ
“Lucas and Pauline are both incredibly dedicated to the sport of BJJ and they share a wide array of knowledge of both traditional and “new school” techniques; Gi and NOGI.”
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Sirota's Alchymy
(47)
Special Needs
Team
Students
“Grand Master Sirota and the Alchymy are making such a difference in my son's well-being, his development, and learning in the areas that are crucial for the healthy growth of an adolescent.”
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FKP MMA
(46)
“If you're looking to learn self defense, improve confidence, or get in shape, Franco's offers excellent instruction, and a supportive and inclusive environment to help you achieve your goals.”
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Universal MMA
(40)
“It catered to me as a beginner (and still caters to beginners) and has coached me and developed me to pursue my passion of competing as an amateur fighter.”
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Gracie Barra Kitsilano
(50)
Learn
Classes
Environment
“The Coaches/Instructors are great, caring and create an inclusive space for people of all levels (from those who are beginners to the most advanced black belts) to thrive.”
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