Best Martial Arts Schools in New Haven

American Institute of Martial Arts, founded in 1980, is a martial arts studio based in New Haven, Connecticut and serving students throughout the surrounding areas. They offer training classes in Godo-Ryu Aikido a unique form of Aikido stressing practical use and application. American Institute of Martial Arts prides themselves on creating a welcoming and friendly environment for their students to train and giving each student individual guidance to succeed. Sensei and Chief Instructor Jim Bonosconi is a 6th Dan Godo-ryu Aikido with over two and a half decades of experience and has training in a range of martial arts styles.

Bashta's Martial Arts is a sports Karate Studio based in Hamden, Connecticut and serving students in the surrounding areas. Bastha's Martial Arts offers classes for all skill and age levels including their children Baby Bulls Program, youth program, and adult programs; they also offer birthday party options. They offer weapons classes, bully prevention classes, as well as private lessons. Bashta's Martial Arts prides themselves on teaching principles of patience and discipline in addition to a full body workout. Bashta's Martial Arts prides themselves on teaching their students honor, courage, and persistence in addition to martial arts. John Basta Sr. has over two decades of martial arts experience.

Connecticut Krav Maga & MMA is martial arts studio based in Branford, Connecticut and serving students throughout the surrounding areas. They offer training in a broad range of martial arts styles including Brazilian jiu-jitsu, krav maga, and more; additionally, Connecticut Krav Maga & MMA offers fitness kickboxing and kettlebell classes. They also offer children and youth martial arts classes as well as kids birthday parties. Connecticut Krave Maga & MMA pride themselves on giving their students a great workout while building strength and having fun. Owner Dennis Hill is a 4th-degree black belt in combat hapkido, a black belt in judo, and a certified Krav Maga instructor.

Fighting Arts Academy is a martial arts studio based in West Haven, Connecticut. They offer a range of classes for beginner and advanced students, as well as across ages and fitness levels; Fighting Arts Academy also offers special classes for children ages 7-13. Fighting Arts Academy offers classes in mixed martial arts, brazilian jiu-jitsu, muay thai, fitness kickboxing, and other styles. They offer new students a free trial membership lasting one week; Fighting Arts Academy individualizes trial classes according to students needs and skill level. Nick Newell is a professional Mixed Martial Arts Fighter; he has won numerous awards and competed in numerous tournaments including on ESPN.

Fighting Fitness USA is a martial arts studio based in Orange, Connecticut. They offer training in a range of martial arts styles including boxing fitness classes, adult advanced boxing, Muay Thai, and many other fitness classes. Fighting Fitness USA prides themselves on creating a fun and exciting environment for students to learn and train in. Fighting Fitness USA classes are taught by Certified Boxing Coaches, and all classes match those of the amateur and professional athletes. Trainer and founder Jenni Keenan-Shettleworth has over a decade of professional training experience and earned her Personal Trainer Certification from the National Academy of Sports Medicine.

Stratford Shotokan Karate is a martial arts studio based in Stratford, Connecticut and serving students throughout the surrounding areas. They offer training classes in Shotokan Karate to a range of ages and skill levels; their classes include fitness kickboxing, adult karate, children's karate, and many others. Stratford Shotokan Karate also provides students with a one-week free trial membership. Instructors at Stratford Shotokan Karate have over four decades of combined experience and are members of Shotokan Karate of America. Their unique approach emphasizes self-defense and anti-bullying techniques through the martial art of Karate-Do. Founder Tsutomu Onshima is a chief instructor of many other SKA-affiliated national Shotokan organizations worldwide.

Ultimate MMA & Jiu-Jitsu Training Center is a martial arts and MMA studio based in North Haven, Connecticut. They offer training in numerous forms of martial arts including Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai Kickboxing, submission wrestling, and many others; additionally, Ultimate MMA & Jiu-Jitsu Training Center offers children and youth classes. Ultimate MMA & Jiu-Jitsu Training Center offers new students a 30-day free trial membership. They pride themselves on delivering classes to students of all skill levels, fitness levels, and ages. Ultimate MMA & Jiu-Jitsu Training Center also offers discounts for enrolled students, law enforcement, and military. Founder Marcelo Garcia is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt and has won five world jiu-jitsu tournaments.