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The best karate dojos in New Mexico

Ranked by the members who actually train there — Google rating weighted by review volume, across 952 reviews of New Mexico dojos. Minimum 20 reviews to qualify, real karate dojos only, one location per chain, and nobody pays for a spot. Updated 2026.

Mountain Eagle Karate Academy, karate dojo in Albuquerque, NM

#1 Mountain Eagle Karate Academy

4.9 ★★★★★ 98 reviews · Albuquerque, NM

Free trial Kids & teens expert instruction from a great senseiwelcoming to beginnersfriendly, respectful dojo

“We looked at five or six different martial arts schools when choosing a dojo for our son. Mark and Anna were clearly the best! Our son has studied with them since 2007. We have nev…” — Shane

Takai Mine Karate, karate dojo in Albuquerque, NM

#2 Takai Mine Karate

4.9 ★★★★★ 81 reviews · Albuquerque, NM

Kids & teens Weapons / kobudo Competition team Affiliated expert instruction from a great senseiwelcoming to beginnersfriendly, respectful dojo

“Our two kids are learning taekwondo from Grand Master Chavez and her excellent team for more than 3 years now. Our daughter received her black belt under Grand Master Chavez’s guid…” — Kunal

Shorei Goju Karate Academy, karate dojo in Rio Rancho, NM

#3 Shorei Goju Karate Academy

4.8 ★★★★★ 46 reviews · Rio Rancho, NM

Free trial Kids & teens Competition team Affiliated expert instruction from a great senseifriendly, respectful dojostrong technique, kata & fundamentals

“The sensei is very knowledgeable and patient and teaches real traditional karate along with all the other attributes that come with it such as discipline, self confidence and a sen…” — Eric

AK Karate by Greg Cole, karate dojo in Los Lunas, NM

#4 AK Karate by Greg Cole

5 ★★★★★ 38 reviews · Los Lunas, NM

AKKA Karate USA, karate dojo in Albuquerque, NM

#5 AKKA Karate USA

5 ★★★★★ 33 reviews · Albuquerque, NM

Kids & teens Private lessons friendly, respectful dojostrong technique, kata & fundamentalsstrong kids program

“Family oriented self-defense training emphasizing character development. Our grandson has shown great progress with self confidence.” — Jerry

Japan Karate Association of NM, karate dojo in Albuquerque, NM

#6 Japan Karate Association of NM

5 ★★★★★ 27 reviews · Albuquerque, NM

Beginners welcome Kids & teens Private lessons Affiliated expert instruction from a great senseifriendly, respectful dojostrong technique, kata & fundamentals

“Not your average dojo! I joined 6 years ago and from the moment I stepped onto the floor, I knew I had found my second family! Friendly, helpful people welcomed me into their karat…” — Laney

Rosales Karate & Kickboxing Academy, karate dojo in Albuquerque, NM

#7 Rosales Karate & Kickboxing Academy

4.6 ★★★★★ 31 reviews · Albuquerque, NM

Beginners welcome Kids & teens Affiliated welcoming to beginnersfriendly, respectful dojogreat workout & fitness

“I’ve known Grand Master Rosales since I was 15 years old. He has been such an influential part of my life. GM Rosales was my role model and mentor. He taught me self-discipline, se…” — Nicky

Jeff Speakman Kenpo 5.0 Santa Fe, karate dojo in Santa Fe, NM

#8 Jeff Speakman Kenpo 5.0 Santa Fe

4.7 ★★★★★ 27 reviews · Santa Fe, NM

Kids & teens Affiliated friendly, respectful dojotraditional style & affiliationbuilds confidence, discipline & respect

“My Family and I have been attending for about 2-3 years now. Believe me, we are not the most athletic family. I love that it's safe, fun, and builds confidence. The difference betw…” — John

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