Columbus Martial Arts Academy

Great gym with even better people. The coaches actually take the time to help you understand the techniques and push you to get better every class. Everyone’s super chill and welcoming, no matter your skill level. You will learn a ton and always look forward to training here. Coaches keep things safe and uphold a “respect the mat mentality” for all.

I joined up with the gym close to a year ago not having any martial arts background before. The very first day I came and watched I felt at home. The coaches to everyone training made me feel immediately welcomed and willing to help not only myself grow but other people around grow ! Not just in a martial art aspect but as people. 10/10 would recommend this gym to anyone looking to pick up a martial art and be around genuine people !

My kids have been training here since 2012. I tried other schools and found that The Columbus Martial Arts Academy had the best instruction under Coach Sami. He is a great friend who gives all of his students more than their money's worth with the best rates around. Great team! Feels like family.

CMAA is home, this is by far the best martial arts school I’ve ever had the pleasure of being a student. Every class is engaging the coaches all legit care about the students. I’ve dealt with injuries to my ankles for years prior to starting classes and day one coach Steve worked around them. It is a great environment that promotes the art in martial arts. Coach Sami is a real master of his craft extremely knowledgeable. I would recommend this class to anyone of any age or physical condition . You will be pushed to be your best self .

This gym provides a decent introduction to basic self-defense skills and general fitness. However, in my experience, the training isn’t particularly advanced, and classes can sometimes be inconsistent in quality or scheduling. Instruction varies depending on who is leading, and some sessions may not reflect higher-level or competitive training standards. From my experience, coaches Cody and Ryan offer particularly solid instruction — clear, practical, and engaging. If you’re primarily interested in learning fundamentals or staying active, this gym may work well. Those seeking more advanced or specialized training might want to explore additional options.