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The best Krav Maga schools in Rhode Island

Ranked by the members who actually train there — Google rating weighted by review volume, across 230 reviews of Rhode Island gyms. Minimum 20 reviews to qualify, real Krav Maga schools only, one location per chain, and nobody pays for a spot. Updated 2026.

#1 Cellucci's Martial Arts & Fitness

4.9 ★★★★★ 80 reviews · West Warwick, RI

Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Level 1–5 supportive, no-ego gymgreat workout & conditioningbuilds confidence & awareness

“My husband, daughter and I are all members of Cellucci's and we love this place! I do fitness kickboxing three times per week (it is so addictive!), my husband does Krav Maga and m…” — Bridget

#2 Self Defense Northeast - North

5 ★★★★★ 34 reviews · Lincoln, RI

Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons Level 1–5 expert, real-world instructionwelcoming to beginnerssupportive, no-ego gym

“I’m so happy I had the opportunity to take an introductory self-defense class with Kevin. It was so much more than just basic defense techniques. Such great information on avoiding…” — Jessica

#3 Ultimate Defense Bristol

4.8 ★★★★★ 35 reviews · Bristol, RI

Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons supportive, no-ego gymbuilds confidence & awarenessstrong kids program

“It is a privilege to be apart of this organization! The main focus in the martial arts program is teaching kids how to be a Black Belt physically and mentally! There's constant pra…” — Amy

#4 Premier Martial Arts Scituate

4.9 ★★★★★ 31 reviews · North Scituate, RI

Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens Level 1–5 LE & military expert, real-world instructionwelcoming to beginnerssupportive, no-ego gym

“This studio has changed my daughters life in so many positive ways. After the loss of my husband and her father, my daughter felt isolated from other children. Since joining karate…” — Tammy

#5 EP Martial Arts

5 ★★★★★ 28 reviews · East Providence, RI

Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens LE & military welcoming to beginnerssupportive, no-ego gympractical, effective technique

“EP Martial Arts has been a big part of our lives for years now. The staff are attentive and caring with the kids. They instill respect and discipline and they have endless patience…” — Alyssa

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