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Karate Classes in Longmont, CO

Longmont has 4 Karate dojos — including 2 with a free trial, 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.

4 dojos

Ripple Effect Martial Arts

4.9 ★★★★★ 191 reviews

1432 Nelson Rd, Longmont, CO

Karate dojo Beginners welcome Kids & teens expert instruction from a great senseiwelcoming to beginnersfriendly, respectful dojo

Ohana Martial Arts Academy

4.8 ★★★★★ 48 reviews

8196 Colorado Blvd N6, Longmont, CO

🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site

Ages 5–18

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

Longmont Wado-Kai Karate

5 ★★★★★ 19 reviews

1240 Ken Pratt Blvd, Longmont, CO

🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site

Ages 3–12

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

Budo Shotokan Karate

1401 3rd Ave, Longmont, CO

Karate dojo Affiliated

Good to know in Longmont

For a recognized style organization or franchise (think Shotokan/JKA, Kyokushin, Tiger Schulmann's, Villari's), members point to Ohana Martial Arts Academy, Longmont Wado-Kai Karate and Budo Shotokan Karate.

Looking for a women's class or a welcoming room to start in? Ohana Martial Arts Academy runs women's Karate.

Plan your first class

These dojos offer 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.

Free trial & intro classes, dojo by dojo →

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.

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Kids & teen karate in Longmont

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 Longmont: quick answers

How much does karate cost a month in Longmont?
Most Longmont 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 Longmont dojos offer a free trial or free first class?
Yes — 2 of the 4 dojos in Longmont advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro offer, including Ohana Martial Arts Academy, Longmont Wado-Kai Karate. Offers change, so confirm on the dojo's site before you go.
I'm a total beginner — can I start karate in Longmont?
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 Longmont 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 Longmont?
Yes — 3 Longmont 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.

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