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Best Martial Arts Classes in Victoria, BC

21 gyms listed · all 21 in Victoria · 16 open weekends · 18 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 16, 2026

Martial Arts Unlimited Victoria

Martial Arts Unlimited Victoria

4.9 55 reviews
“I came in with a few years of training and have to say Greg's curriculum provides a strong skill set of the fundamentals, that also allows you to advance yourself by finessing your speed, power, technique and so much more.”
Free trial classAges 11–16Prices online
70 Gorge Rd W
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Kaiser Jiu Jitsu

Kaiser Jiu Jitsu

5.0 65 reviews
“If you are looking for a new way to move your body and have fun with a great group of people I highly recommend.”
Free trial classSince 2017
770 Bay St #5
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West Coast Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Victoria

West Coast Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Victoria

5.0 109 reviews
“The other members are great too and it feels like you're both part of a community and you're also getting some of the best training possible.”
Since 2018
765 Broughton St
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Peterec's Kombat Centre

Peterec's Kombat Centre

4.7 57 reviews
“The owner Stan was so nice and really paid attention to make sure I was comfortable my first class.”
Since 2004Prices online
851 Johnson St
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Park's MBA Taekwondo

Park's MBA Taekwondo

4.9 76 reviews
“Both my sons and I have been going for over 2 years and it just keeps getting more interesting 🤍”
Since 2022
1c, 435 Simcoe St
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Zuma Ultimate Martial Arts

Zuma Ultimate Martial Arts

4.3 63 reviews
“Bright, well-lit & clean space, incredibly welcoming coaches, and friendly community vibe.”
Since 2004
1855 Blanshard St
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The 21 gyms listed for Victoria, BC 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: Victoria, BC

All 21 gyms we list here are in Victoria itself. We have 26 gyms in Victoria on file; this page shows the highest-rated 21. The gyms on this page are rated from 4.0 to 5.0 across 1,036 reviews; 8 have 50 or more reviews and 18 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "atmosphere", "skills" and "community". 15 are open on Saturdays and 5 on Sundays. 10 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 23 years. We have a website on file for all 21 of the gyms on this page; 17 publish a contact page; 13 list a public email and 7 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.

Which gyms listed for Victoria show a timetable online?

All 21 gyms have a website on file. The useful ones name the instructor against each slot and mark which classes take beginners. A site built around the founder's rank and a contact form tells you nothing about the Tuesday night you would actually be standing in.

Victoria Martial Arts

Victoria Martial Arts

5.0 50 reviews
“Class sizes are reasonable, which allows for proper instruction and individual attention.”
Since 2011Prices online
630 Bay St
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Westcore Training Centre

Westcore Training Centre

4.6 76 reviews
“Elle is the best, I've had trainers before, but she genuinely cares about health and results and will push you to achieve the results you want.”
Trial class $20Since 2023
1812 Cook St
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Rock Water Martial Arts and Fitness Ltd.

Rock Water Martial Arts and Fitness Ltd.

5.0 27 reviews
“Not only have his physical strength and coordination grown in leaps and bounds, but his self-regulation and general happiness have taken root and flourished under Sensei Martin's warm and supportive care.”
Ages 5–7Since 2020Prices online
4342 W Shr Pkwy #114
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Crusher Combat Sports Inc

Crusher Combat Sports Inc

4.7 19 reviews
“So grateful for all the lessons and incredible people that have supported my journey with kickboxing/muay thai.”
From $27/classSince 2003
2956 W Shr Pkwy
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Professional Self Defence

Professional Self Defence

4.9 28 reviews
“An incredible place to learn, have fun, and gain knowledge in self defence.”
Free trial classFrom $155/moSince 1992
1420 Quadra St
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Merge Combat and Fitness

Merge Combat and Fitness

4.8 21 reviews
“IF you looking for the best cardio workout in town MERGE is definitely the place to go, unlike most gyms, MErge has a very warm welcoming feeling the second you walk into the door.”
Since 2023
2504 Douglas St
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Shaolin-Tzu Martial Arts Academy

Shaolin-Tzu Martial Arts Academy

5.0 16 reviews
“Enough cannot be said of the extensive knowledge of Sensei Mark, Sensei Aaron, Sempai Ed and the senior members.”
Free trial classSince 2010
4146 Tyndall Ave
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Island MMA Training Ctr Ltd

Island MMA Training Ctr Ltd

4.8 18 reviews
“Committed, passionate instructors who really care about what they do and make you feel extremely comfortable.”
Free trial classSince 2007Prices online
831 Fisgard St
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Island Aikido

Island Aikido

5.0 4 reviews
“I think this dojo has a very practical and safe approach to Aikido and the people are very nice”
Free trial classFrom $50/moSince 2004
5358 Sparton Rd
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Cmats Martial Arts

Cmats Martial Arts

5.0 4 reviews
“Jordan is a great instructor who will take the time with you to ensure that you enjoy the art and are comfortable with the techniques, regardless of your previous (or lack of) experience in martial arts.”
Free trial classAges 5–12
4512 W Saanich Rd C
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Integrity Arts

Integrity Arts

4.0 3 reviews
“For anyone interested in learning self defense or simply to get into shape in a fun and dynamic way it is an excellent place to find your inner strength.”
Free trial classFrom $150/mo
1225 Blanshard St
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Ran into my old friend Patrick McCarthy.. we haven’t seen each other in 35 years or so.. he lives in Okinawa again.. great too see him.. a wealth of knowledge.. and we had a few last night to celebrate...

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Wing Chun Punch Club

Wing Chun Punch Club

5.0 3 reviews
“Great place to learn many new things....”
Since 2010
2219 Sooke Rd
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Victoria Hapkido

Victoria Hapkido

5.0 1 review
Since 2017
3947 Quadra St B
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Sunny Tang Victoria Wing Chun

Sunny Tang Victoria Wing Chun

4.3 4 reviews
“This place is filled with positive energy and a great place to learn!”
Since 2004
841 Fisgard St
FAQs
Do I need to have any special abilities to learn Wing Chun?
No. Wing Chun is a martial art that can be learned by practically anyone who is in reasonably good health. The key ingredients to being able to learn are commitment, practice and discipline. Because of its emphasis on skill and energetic sensitivity it can be learned and used effectively by anyone, both women and men, of any build or weight.
Can Wing Chun do this?
Absolutely not. Wing Chun is a martial art that teaches your entire body how to move and respond to energy/aggression in a natural and coordinated way without having to think about what you are going to do. While Wing Chun is a simple system, it takes time to reach this level of mastery. We teach a way, not techniques.
What is expected of me if I join the club?
We expect you to train regularly and consistently. We have a club ethic that students should attend at least 2 classes per week on average over a year. It is a significant investment in time and energy to train somebody in Wing Chun and we insist that people honour and respect this by coming to class and training regularly.
If I am training in another martial art, would it be helpful to train in Wing Chun?
Probably not. Generally, training in more than one martial art at a time is not beneficial, unless you have the time to commit adequately to both arts. Some martial arts may not complement each other well and learning body memory in both arts might confuse, slow down or prevent proper learning of one or both. If you have put in a significant amount of time in learning one art and then want to maintain that while learning another, you might be more successful than starting two new arts at once. We strongly believe in learning one art extremely well instead of being a jack of all trades and master of none. Sifu Jim has been teaching and training Wing Chun since 1991 and he still feels like he has much to learn.
Is there sparring in your classes?
Not in the traditional sense, no. Instead, we have aliveness training. This is different from sparring in that the aliveness training uses safety gear (chest/head protector, etc.) in case of accidents or loss of control due to inadvertent excessive contact. Aliveness training allows students to increase the energy used in their Kung Fu while continuing to develop their technique and energetic sensitivity/explosive release without it becoming a competition or free-for-all.
Get the answers to more questions on the FAQ page on our website.
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Yama Neko Martial Arts

Yama Neko Martial Arts

5.0 3 reviews
“True self defence lesson not how to win fights.”
Since 2019
3672 Happy Valley Rd
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Why these companies made our list

What students and parents say about gyms in Victoria

  • “In just a couple of months, we've watched our reserved 6-year-old become infinitely more confident, self-aware, and motivated (both inside the dojo and out)!” — from a review of Rock Water Martial Arts and Fitness Ltd.
  • “Before starting, I was lacking discipline and motivation - since joining, it's transformed my confidence and skills.” — from a review of Martial Arts Unlimited Victoria
  • “Thank you for the awesome seminar. I really enjoyed the positive and welcoming atmosphere of this dojo.” — from a review of Island Aikido
  • “Great dojo and community - everyone is very friendly and the teachers are excellent.” — from a review of Professional Self Defence
  • “I recently had the pleasure of training at the West Coast dojo and I can confidently say that it was an outstanding experience.” — from a review of West Coast Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Victoria

Excerpts from public reviews of the gyms listed on this page.

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