Martial Arts Schools in Charleston, SC
21 schools found
About martial arts in Charleston
Charleston is home to 21 martial arts schools, with dozens more in the surrounding Lowcountry area including North Charleston, Mt. Pleasant, and Summerville. The Charleston metro region is one of South Carolina's most developed martial arts markets, with strong scenes in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, MMA, Muay Thai, karate, and taekwondo.
The Charleston area is particularly known for its Brazilian Jiu Jitsu community, with several high-level academies producing competitive grapplers and black belts. The city's growing population and active lifestyle culture have fueled steady expansion of martial arts schools, many of which cross-train across multiple disciplines. Family-focused schools offer excellent kids programs, after-school pickup, and summer camps throughout the peninsula and the outlying neighborhoods.
Whether you live on the peninsula, in West Ashley, James Island, Daniel Island, or the surrounding communities of North Charleston, Mt. Pleasant, Summerville, Goose Creek, or Hanahan, you'll find quality martial arts instruction within a short drive. Monthly tuition in the Charleston area typically runs $125-$200. Many schools offer free trial classes for new students, and several host regional tournaments throughout the year.