Karate Classes in Miami, FL
Miami has 14 Karate dojos — including 1 with a free trial, 1 beginner-friendly, and 9 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.
American Karate Institute
4.9 ★★★★★ 411 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
American Karate Academy #1 MMA/Karate School in Bird Rd Miami
5 ★★★★★ 127 reviews
WKF Fitness, Karate, Jiujitsu, Kickboxing, Summer Camp and After School Program
5 ★★★★★ 73 reviews
Novo Brothers Academy
4.9 ★★★★★ 36 reviews
Miami Shotokan Karate Club
5 ★★★★★ 25 reviews
Japan Karate-Do International
4.7 ★★★★★ 27 reviews
Brickell Key Karate & Martial Arts
4.5 ★★★★★ 25 reviews
Karate School Red Torii Dojo
5 ★★★★★ 12 reviews
Good to know in Miami
For a recognized style organization or franchise (think Shotokan/JKA, Kyokushin, Tiger Schulmann's, Villari's), members point to Miami Shotokan Karate Club and Japan Karate-Do International.
Looking for a women's class or a welcoming room to start in? American Karate Academy #1 MMA/Karate School in Bird Rd Miami 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.
- American Karate Institute ★★★★★ 4.9 (411)
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.
Kids & teen karate in Miami
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.
- American Karate Institute ★★★★★ 4.9 (411)
- American Karate Academy #1 MMA/Karate School in Bird Rd Miami ★★★★★ 5 (127)
- Novo Brothers Academy ★★★★★ 4.9 (36)
Karate in Miami: quick answers
- How much does karate cost a month in Miami?
- Most Miami 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 Miami dojos offer a free trial or free first class?
- Yes — 1 of the 14 dojos in Miami advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro offer, including American Karate Institute. Offers change, so confirm on the dojo's site before you go.
- I'm a total beginner — can I start karate in Miami?
- 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 Miami 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 Miami?
- Yes — 9 Miami 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.