Karate Classes in Prescott, AZ
Prescott has 4 Karate dojos — including 2 beginner-friendly and 3 with kids' classes. Every listing is ranked by what members say (Google rating weighted by review count) and shows live open-now hours and the classes each dojo runs, so you can find your dojo and book your first class. All ages and levels welcome — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start.
Wild Tiger Tae Kwon Do Karate & Fitness
5 ★★★★★ 13 reviews
Ganbare Shotokan Karate of Prescott
5 ★★★★★ 9 reviews
Total 360 Karate
Good to know in Prescott
1 of the 4 dojos with posted hours are open on Sundays.
For a recognized style organization or franchise (think Shotokan/JKA, Kyokushin, Tiger Schulmann's, Villari's), members point to Ganbare Shotokan Karate of Prescott and Total 360 Karate.
New to karate?
These dojos are called out by members as welcoming to beginners — go at your own pace, ask questions, and know that sparring (kumite) builds up slowly and stays light and supervised. Everyone in the room started at white belt.
- Wild Tiger Tae Kwon Do Karate & Fitness ★★★★★ 5 (13)
- Total 360 Karate
Kids & teen karate in Prescott
These dojos run kids' or youth classes — supervised, confidence-building, and focused on discipline, respect, and self-defense. Check each dojo's schedule for age groups and times.
- Wild Tiger Tae Kwon Do Karate & Fitness ★★★★★ 5 (13)
- Ganbare Shotokan Karate of Prescott ★★★★★ 5 (9)
- Total 360 Karate
Karate in Prescott: quick answers
- How much does karate cost a month in Prescott?
- A few Prescott dojos list a membership around $120/mo, but most don't post rates online. Ask about a free trial and check the dojo's schedule for current prices — see our cost guide for typical ranges.
- Do any Prescott dojos offer a free trial or free first class?
- None of the Prescott dojos list a free trial in our data, but many offer a free or discounted first class even when it isn't posted — it's always worth calling to ask.
- I'm a total beginner — can I start karate in Prescott?
- Yes. Karate welcomes complete beginners, and you don't need to be fit or have any experience first — the training gets you in shape. 2 Prescott dojos are highlighted by members as beginner-friendly. Sparring (kumite) is introduced gradually, kept light and supervised, and a good dojo never pressures newcomers — you learn the basics, stances, and forms at your own pace, starting at white belt.
- Are there kids' karate classes in Prescott?
- Yes — 3 Prescott dojos run kids' or youth karate, with some classes starting as young as age 3. Youth programs focus on confidence, discipline, respect, and fun in a supervised setting; check each dojo's schedule for age groups and times.