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Karate Classes in Chico, CA

Chico has 4 Karate dojos — including 1 with a free trial and 4 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.

4 dojos

Epperson Brothers Kenpo Karate Dojo

4.8 ★★★★★ 46 reviews

810 Broadway St, Chico, CA

Karate dojo Kids & teens Affiliated expert instruction from a great senseifriendly, respectful dojostrong technique, kata & fundamentals

Seishindo Karate

5 ★★★★★ 20 reviews

1112 Mangrove Ave, Chico, CA

Karate dojo Kids & teens Private lessons Weapons / kobudo Affiliated expert instruction from a great senseifriendly, respectful dojostrong kids program

Haley's Martial Arts Center

4.6 ★★★★★ 17 reviews

260 Cohasset Rd, Chico, CA

🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site

Memberships around $180/mo

Karate dojo Free trial Kids & teens Weapons / kobudo Affiliated strong technique, kata & fundamentalstraditional style & affiliationclean, welcoming dojo

Pantoja's Shotokan Karate Do

5 ★★★★★ 7 reviews

, Chico, CA

Karate dojo Kids & teens Affiliated strong kids program

Good to know in Chico

For a recognized style organization or franchise (think Shotokan/JKA, Kyokushin, Tiger Schulmann's, Villari's), members point to Epperson Brothers Kenpo Karate Dojo, Seishindo Karate, Haley's Martial Arts Center and Pantoja's Shotokan Karate Do.

Looking for a women's class or a welcoming room to start in? Seishindo Karate runs women's Karate.

Plan your first class

This dojo offers a free trial, free first class, or intro offer — the low-risk way to try karate before you commit. Check each dojo's schedule for the current offer.

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Kids & teen karate in Chico

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.

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Karate in Chico: quick answers

How much does karate cost a month in Chico?
A few Chico dojos list a membership around $180/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 Chico dojos offer a free trial or free first class?
Yes — 1 of the 4 dojos in Chico advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro offer, including Haley's Martial Arts Center. Offers change, so confirm on the dojo's site before you go.
I'm a total beginner — can I start karate in Chico?
Yes. Karate welcomes complete beginners, and you don't need to be fit or have any experience first — the training gets you in shape. Most dojos run dedicated beginner or all-levels classes. 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 Chico?
Yes — 4 Chico dojos run kids' or youth karate. Youth programs focus on confidence, discipline, respect, and fun in a supervised setting; check each dojo's schedule for age groups and times.

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