Active Red
Bugis
18+ years in business
4 min walk from Esplanade MRT
Martial Arts in Singapore: 306 martial arts schools · drop-in or walk-in class typically S$20–S$50 per class
Updated October 2026How we rank
Martial arts gyms in Singapore typically charge about $200–$350 a month for unlimited adult classes, and $20–$50 for a drop-in or trial. Lower monthly rates usually come with a 6–12 month lock-in and a registration fee of about $100. Try a class first, and ask whether coaches are NROC-registered with current first aid.
12 of the best-documented martial arts schools in Singapore
Businesses with the most complete public records first, photos, licence matches, hours and track record. Never ordered by payment.
Chowraiooi Muay Thai
Lavender
15+ years in business
4 min walk from Nicoll Highway MRT
Island Taekwon-Do Centre
Hougang
14+ years in business
6 min walk from Bartley MRT
Top Taekwondo Academy
Sembawang
14+ years in business
4 min walk from Canberra MRT
The Kalari Academy
Jalan Besar
11+ years in business
2 min walk from Farrer Park MRT
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu
Jalan Besar
10+ years in business
5 min walk from Jalan Besar MRT
Jing Wushu Academy
Kampong Glam
11+ years in business
4 min walk from Lavender MRT
Induk Taekwondo
Geylang
Since 2017
3 min walk from Mountbatten MRT
J H Kim Taekwondo Institute
Serangoon
Since 2017
17 min walk from Lorong Chuan MRT
Maverick Martial Arts
Joo Chiat
Since 2017
9 min walk from Marine Parade MRT
Naksu Muay Thai Gym
Lavender
Since 2017
3 min walk from Lavender MRT
Kravist Singapore
Toa Payoh
Since 2019
1 min walk from Tai Seng MRT
Ordered by verifiable signals, licence matches, track record and completeness of public records. Featured placements are labelled and never change this order.
Show all 306Compare 8 martial arts schools side by side
Location, MRT walk, years in business, licence and published hours, facts from public records.
- Active Red
- Area
- Bugis
- MRT
- 4 min · Esplanade
- In business
- 18 yrs
- Chowraiooi Muay Thai
- Area
- Lavender
- MRT
- 4 min · Nicoll Highway
- In business
- 15 yrs
- Island Taekwon-Do Centre
- Area
- Hougang
- MRT
- 6 min · Bartley
- In business
- 14 yrs
- Top Taekwondo Academy
- Area
- Sembawang
- MRT
- 4 min · Canberra
- In business
- 14 yrs
- The Kalari Academy
- Area
- Jalan Besar
- MRT
- 2 min · Farrer Park
- In business
- 11 yrs
- Gracie Jiu-Jitsu
- Area
- Jalan Besar
- MRT
- 5 min · Jalan Besar
- In business
- 10 yrs
- Jing Wushu Academy
- Area
- Kampong Glam
- MRT
- 4 min · Lavender
- In business
- 11 yrs
- Induk Taekwondo
- Area
- Geylang
- MRT
- 3 min · Mountbatten
- In business
- 9 yrs
| Business | Area | MRT | In business |
|---|---|---|---|
| Active Red | Bugis | 4 min · Esplanade | 18 yrs |
| Chowraiooi Muay Thai | Lavender | 4 min · Nicoll Highway | 15 yrs |
| Island Taekwon-Do Centre | Hougang | 6 min · Bartley | 14 yrs |
| Top Taekwondo Academy | Sembawang | 4 min · Canberra | 14 yrs |
| The Kalari Academy | Jalan Besar | 2 min · Farrer Park | 11 yrs |
| Gracie Jiu-Jitsu | Jalan Besar | 5 min · Jalan Besar | 10 yrs |
| Jing Wushu Academy | Kampong Glam | 4 min · Lavender | 11 yrs |
| Induk Taekwondo | Geylang | 3 min · Mountbatten | 9 yrs |
How much do martial arts charge in Singapore?
Published and member-reported rates from 2023–2026. Big MMA chains often don't publish prices and quote after a trial. Registration fees and lock-in periods matter as much as the monthly rate.
Drop-in or walk-in class
S$20–S$50 per class
Unlimited monthly, no or short lock-in
S$220–S$350 per month
Unlimited monthly, 12-month commitment
S$250–S$300 per month
e.g. Gracie Barra adult BJJ $299/month on 12 months
Premium MMA chain (12-month adult plan)
S$249–S$420 per month
Member-reported; prices quoted after trial
Kids' monthly programme
S$249–S$289 per month
Gracie Barra kids BJJ, 6–12 month plans
Registration fee
S$50–S$100 one-off
Often discounted if you sign up on trial day
Sources: Gracie Barra Singapore, Pricing; The Moneybees, Evolve MMA Singapore 2026 costs; Vibefam, Muay Thai class package pricing in Singapore. Prices in SGD, before GST unless stated.
What licence should a martial arts school have?
National Registry of Coaches (NROC)
Sport Singapore (CoachSG) · Optional accreditation
Voluntary register for coaches certified under the SG-Coach programme in their sport, with valid Standard First Aid and a code of ethics. Suspended or debarred coaches are published separately.
Check the official register
How to choose a martial arts school
- Pick the discipline for your goal. Muay Thai and boxing are striking-based and good for conditioning, BJJ and judo are grappling with less impact to the head, and taekwondo and karate run belt-graded programmes popular with kids.
- Attend a trial at the time you'd normally train. Check class size, how beginners are paired, and whether hard sparring is optional.
- Ask about coaches' certification. For sports with a national federation, coaches may hold SG-Coach certification and NROC registration, and every coach should have current first aid.
- For children, ask about grading fees and frequency, and whether gradings are recognised by a national body or are only internal to the school.
- Compare the total commitment, including registration and grading fees and the lock-in, not just the monthly price.
Red flags
- Beginners pushed into hard sparring in their first few weeks.
- No mats or shared gear cleaned between classes. Skin infections such as ringworm spread easily in grappling.
- 12-month lock-ins with no exit for injury or relocation.
- Frequent paid gradings that seem designed to generate fees.
Questions to ask before you book
- Is there a free or paid trial, and does signing up that day change the fees?
- What is the lock-in period, and how do I cancel or freeze for injury?
- Are your coaches certified and first-aid trained?
- How often are gradings, and what do they cost?
- Is sparring optional for beginners?
Questions about martial arts in Singapore
How much do Muay Thai or BJJ classes cost in Singapore?
Adult unlimited memberships generally cost $200–$350 a month, with lower rates if you commit to 6 or 12 months. Gracie Barra, for example, lists adult BJJ at $299 a month on a 12-month plan or $349 on 6 months, plus a $100 registration fee. Drop-in classes usually cost $20–$50, and many gyms offer a free trial.
Which martial art is best for kids?
Taekwondo, karate and judo have structured belt systems that suit young children and are widely available in Singapore. BJJ teaches control without striking. Choose a coach who manages a class of children well, keeps contact age-appropriate, and holds first aid certification.
Can I check if a martial arts coach is qualified?
Partly. Sport Singapore's National Registry of Coaches lists certified coaches who hold Standard First Aid and follow a code of ethics, and you can search it on CoachSG's Find a Coach. Not every combat sport has an SG-Coach pathway, and listing is voluntary, so also ask about the coach's rank, lineage and competition record.
Is there a cooling-off period if I sign a gym contract?
Generally no. Singapore's statutory cooling-off period applies to direct sales made away from business premises, not contracts signed at the gym. Read the lock-in and cancellation terms before signing, and avoid paying a full year upfront.
How many martial arts are there in Singapore?
Lookup lists 306 martial arts in Singapore as of October 2026, with the largest concentration in Kallang (31). Listings are compiled from government registers and open map data and refreshed regularly.