How much does karate cost a month in St. Petersburg?

Most St. Petersburg 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 St. Petersburg dojos offer a free trial or free first class?

None of the St. Petersburg dojos list a free trial in our data, but many offer a free or discounted first class even when it isn't posted — it's always worth calling to ask.

I'm a total beginner — can I start karate in St. Petersburg?

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 St. Petersburg 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 St. Petersburg?

Yes — 5 St. Petersburg 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.

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Karate Classes in St. Petersburg, FL

St. Petersburg has 5 Karate dojos — including 1 beginner-friendly and 5 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.

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St Pete Fight Team

5 ★★★★★ 87 reviews

2259 2nd Ave S, St. Petersburg, FL

Karate dojo Kids & teens friendly, respectful dojostrong kids programbuilds confidence, discipline & respect

Lazic Fitness & Martial Arts

5 ★★★★★ 80 reviews

6401 Dr M.L.K. Jr St N, St. Petersburg, FL

Ages 4–12

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

St Petersburg Karate Academy

4.6 ★★★★★ 10 reviews

4867 Park St N, St. Petersburg, FL

Karate dojo Kids & teens Competition team welcoming to beginnersbuilds confidence, discipline & respect

Kinney Karate

4.3 ★★★★☆ 6 reviews

5801 22nd Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL

Karate dojo Kids & teens Affiliated

St Petersburg Seito Karate Kai

601 14th St S, St. Petersburg, FL

Karate dojo Kids & teens

Good to know in St. Petersburg

For a recognized style organization or franchise (think Shotokan/JKA, Kyokushin, Tiger Schulmann's, Villari's), members point to Kinney Karate.

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

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.

Lazic Fitness & Martial Arts ★★★★★ 5 (80) — 6401 Dr M.L.K. Jr St N

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Kids & teen karate in St. Petersburg

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.

St Pete Fight Team ★★★★★ 5 (87) — 2259 2nd Ave S
Lazic Fitness & Martial Arts ★★★★★ 5 (80) — 6401 Dr M.L.K. Jr St N
St Petersburg Karate Academy ★★★★★ 4.6 (10) — 4867 Park St N

Kids Karate in St. Petersburg →

Karate in St. Petersburg: quick answers

How much does karate cost a month in St. Petersburg?: Most St. Petersburg 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 St. Petersburg dojos offer a free trial or free first class?: None of the St. Petersburg dojos list a free trial in our data, but many offer a free or discounted first class even when it isn't posted — it's always worth calling to ask.
I'm a total beginner — can I start karate in St. Petersburg?: 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 St. Petersburg 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 St. Petersburg?: Yes — 5 St. Petersburg 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.

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