The best karate dojos in Virginia
Ranked by the members who actually train there — Google rating weighted by review volume, across 3,046 reviews of Virginia dojos. Minimum 20 reviews to qualify, real karate dojos only, one location per chain, and nobody pays for a spot. Updated 2026.
#1 Brian Hobson Karate Studios
5 ★★★★★ 220 reviews · Hampton, VA
“For awhile me and the wife were looking at a place where my daughter could grow and learn. Everyone at the Dojo has been awesome! They teach manners, they work with the parents, th…” — Carl
#2 Dong's Karate
4.9 ★★★★★ 171 reviews · Richmond, VA
“Love the instructor Steven and master Grossman. They always go the extra mile and make learning fun. From little tigers to navigating covid with streaming and recorded forms, they …” — Melinda
#3 Grandmaster Dong's Karate School
4.9 ★★★★★ 146 reviews · Midlothian, VA
“We have had our son in this school since he was 4 when we initially started working on our divorce to help with the confidence and self-esteem he lost as part of the divorce proces…” — Jennifer
#4 Virginia Dojo - Alexandria Karate Dojo
5 ★★★★★ 101 reviews · Alexandria, VA
“Sensei Roberto and the other teachers are very knowledgeable and patient. I love the exercise, the mental discipline, and it's fun to learn something new every time you step on the…” — Chris
#5 Focus Family Martial Arts Academy
4.7 ★★★★★ 134 reviews · Fairfax, VA
“Our journey with FFMA started in Feb 2022. Our older son Vivaan got inspired by our nephew Anik (11yr) who has been doing martial arts since he was 5. Vivaan had been pestering us …” — Rahulandshivangi
#6 Excel Martial Arts
4.8 ★★★★★ 117 reviews · Roanoke, VA
“I started training at Excel 6 years ago as an activity to do with my family. I've stayed because the Palmers make the school a welcoming place that builds martial skills and commun…” — Michele
#7 Next Level Martial Arts - Harrisonburg (Harmony Sq.)
5 ★★★★★ 70 reviews · Harrisonburg, VA
“Our son has been with Ms. Driver for almost 2 years now. He LOVES and looks forward to going to his karate classes. Ms. Driver has a firm but gentle spirit that helps her students …” — Amanda
#8 American Freestyle Karate
4.9 ★★★★★ 66 reviews · Staunton, VA
“Today marks 2 years exactly that my daughter has been going to AFK in Staunton and she loves it. All I have to do is mention karate and she gets super excited to go. The instructor…” — Joseph
#9 Potomac Kempo - Kingstowne
4.9 ★★★★★ 61 reviews · Alexandria, VA
“I recently joined at this martial arts academy and I couldn't be happier with my experience. The instructors are knowledgeable, patient, and supportive, and they create a welcoming…” — Laura
#10 Norfolk Karate Academy/Gracie Jiu Jitsu Norfolk
4.8 ★★★★★ 63 reviews · Norfolk, VA
“My 6 year old was going to summer camp with a boy with anger issues who kicked her, called her names, etc. We obviously worked with her and talked to the coach, but when I saw ther…” — Maiga