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Karate Classes in Redondo Beach, CA
Redondo Beach has 3 Karate dojos — including 1 with a free trial, 1 beginner-friendly, and 2 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.
Evolution Academy of Martial Arts
4.8 ★★★★★ 22 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Ancient Ways Karate
5 ★★★★★ 8 reviews
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Good to know in Redondo Beach
For a recognized style organization or franchise (think Shotokan/JKA, Kyokushin, Tiger Schulmann's, Villari's), members point to Ancient Ways 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.
- Evolution Academy of Martial Arts ★★★★★ 4.8 (22)
New to karate?
This dojo is 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.
- Evolution Academy of Martial Arts ★★★★★ 4.8 (22)
Kids & teen karate in Redondo Beach
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.
- Evolution Academy of Martial Arts ★★★★★ 4.8 (22)
- Ancient Ways Karate ★★★★★ 5 (8)
Karate in Redondo Beach: quick answers
- How much does karate cost a month in Redondo Beach?
- Most Redondo Beach dojos don't post prices online. Karate is usually sold as a monthly membership, and rates vary by dojo and style. Many offer a free or discounted first class, so you can visit before you commit — see our cost guide for typical price ranges.
- Do any Redondo Beach dojos offer a free trial or free first class?
- Yes — 1 of the 3 dojos in Redondo Beach advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro offer, including Evolution Academy of Martial Arts. Offers change, so confirm on the dojo's site before you go.
- I'm a total beginner — can I start karate in Redondo Beach?
- Yes. Karate welcomes complete beginners, and you don't need to be fit or have any experience first — the training gets you in shape. 1 Redondo Beach dojo is 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 Redondo Beach?
- Yes — 2 Redondo Beach dojos run kids' or youth karate, with some classes starting as young as age 4. Youth programs focus on confidence, discipline, respect, and fun in a supervised setting; check each dojo's schedule for age groups and times.