Martial Arts Club in New Hanover, North Carolina

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Updated October 31, 2026

The Jiu-Jitsu Institute

Martial Arts Club

Wilmington, NC

The Jiu-Jitsu Institute offers Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Wilmington, with a free week for students who bring a gi.

  • Families seeking Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training
  • Beginners seeking a free introductory week
  • Students seeking anti-bullying, confidence, and discipline development

Bourelle Martial Arts

Martial Arts Club

Wilmington, NC

Bourelle Martial Arts offers Hapkido, Taekwondo, Gumdo, women’s self-defense, and a free trial in Wilmington, North Carolina.

  • Hapkido training
  • Adult or youth Taekwondo classes
  • Gumdo sword training

Dynamic Martial Arts

Martial Arts Club

Wilmington, NC

Dynamic Martial Arts offers Taekwondo programs from preschool through adult ages in Wilmington, with CPR-certified staff and a 14-day free trial.

  • Preschoolers ages 3-5 starting martial arts
  • Children ages 5-10 seeking Taekwondo, sparring, and weapons discipline
  • Teens seeking confidence, leadership, sparring, and weapons training

Bourelle Martial Arts

Martial Arts Club

Wilmington, NC

Bourelle Martial Arts offers Hapkido, Taekwondo, Gumdo, women’s self-defense, and a free trial in Wilmington, North Carolina.

  • Hapkido training
  • Adult or youth Taekwondo classes
  • Gumdo sword training

Cape Fear Isshin-Ryu Karate

Martial Arts Club

Wilmington, NC

Cape Fear Isshin-Ryu Karate has taught in Wilmington since 2001 and offers karate classes alongside an afterschool program with school pickup.

  • Wilmington families seeking karate instruction
  • Children needing an afterschool program with school pickup
  • Adults seeking Isshin-Ryu karate classes

Cape Fear Martial Arts

Martial Arts Club

Wilmington, NC

Cape Fear Martial Arts has taught Hap Ki Do and Tae Kwon Do in Wilmington since 1997, with kids, teen/adult, and kickboxing classes.

  • Children ages 5–12 needing structured martial arts, focus, and confidence training
  • Teens and adults seeking practical Hap Ki Do self-defense
  • Beginners seeking joint locks, escapes, throws, and weapon-defense instruction

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Coastal Martial Arts Academy

Martial Arts Club

Wilmington, NC

Coastal Martial Arts Academy offers Tae Kwon Do, Karate, and Hapkido classes for students from ages 3 through adulthood.

  • Preschool children ages 3-5 seeking introductory martial arts
  • Children ages 6-11 seeking structured martial arts training
  • Teens seeking leadership, discipline, and physical conditioning

Confidence Martial Arts

Martial Arts Club

Wilmington, NC

Confidence Martial Arts offers preschool kids martial arts training focused on listening, attention, following directions, and life skills.

  • Preschool children beginning martial arts
  • Parents seeking martial arts training with listening and discipline development
  • Children working on confidence, perseverance, and courtesy

Ethos Jiu Jitsu and Fitness

Martial Arts Club

Wilmington, NC

Ethos Jiu Jitsu offers adult and youth Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes in Wilmington, with 2,500 square feet of mats and a free trial.

  • Beginners seeking all-level Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes
  • Adults seeking 7:00 a.m. training Monday through Saturday
  • Women seeking dedicated ladies no-gi classes

Invictus Martial Arts

Martial Arts Club

Wilmington, NC

Invictus Martial Arts offers ATA programs from ages 3 through adulthood in Wilmington, including semi-private introductory lessons and real-world self-defense.

  • Parents seeking martial arts for children ages 3-6
  • Children ages 9+ seeking advanced ATA training
  • Teens and adults seeking fitness and real-world self-defense

Martial Arts and More

Martial Arts Club

Wilmington, NC

Martial Arts and More offers adult BJJ and Muay Thai plus age-grouped kids classes in Wilmington, with free trial classes.

  • Adults seeking beginner-friendly Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
  • Adults seeking Muay Thai fitness and striking instruction
  • Children ages 5–15 seeking structured BJJ and Muay Thai training

Paragon of Jiu Jitsu

Martial Arts Club

Wilmington, NC

Paragon of Jiu Jitsu offers Jiu Jitsu training in Wilmington's Monkey Junction, with four black belt trainers and flexible family membership plans.

  • Beginners trying Jiu Jitsu for the first time
  • Jiu Jitsu competitors and hobbyists
  • Families seeking month-to-month membership options

Port City MMA & Fitness

Martial Arts Club

Wilmington, NC

Port City MMA & Fitness offers Kids JiuJitsu ages 5–13 plus Salty Dog JiuJitsu, Muay Thai, and MMA for ages 14+.

  • Children ages 5–13 seeking JiuJitsu, confidence, discipline, and self-defense training
  • Adults and teens 14+ seeking Brazilian JiuJitsu training
  • Adults and teens 14+ seeking Muay Thai training

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FAQ

Do Wilmington martial arts schools offer free trials?

Several listed schools do: Dynamic Martial Arts advertises a 14-day trial, Bourelle Martial Arts offers a free trial class, and The Jiu-Jitsu Institute offers a free week when students bring a gi.

What martial arts programs are available for young children in New Hanover County?

Dynamic Martial Arts serves preschoolers ages 3–5, while Coastal Martial Arts Academy offers Little Dragons for ages 3–5. Cape Fear Isshin-Ryu Karate and Bourelle Martial Arts also offer youth and after-school programs.

How much does a martial arts membership cost in Wilmington?

Regular tuition is not provided for most listed schools. The Jiu-Jitsu Institute advertises a two-week membership and uniform for $49.99; trial terms and ongoing tuition should be confirmed directly with each school.

Which local martial arts schools offer self-defense training?

Bourelle Martial Arts offers women’s self-defense, while Cape Fear Martial Arts teaches Chung Mu Hap Ki Do for teen and adult self-defense, including joint locks, escapes, throws, and weapon defense.

Are any local martial arts classes explicitly no-contact?

Cape Fear Martial Arts describes its adult fitness kickboxing as 100% no-contact. Other programs may include controlled sparring or weapons training, so ask about contact rules before enrolling.