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Looking for karate classes in New York? Our directory tracks the dojos worth training at — from beginner-friendly and kids' classes to adult programs, kata, and kumite. Use the map and rankings below to find your dojo, compare what each one offers, and grab a free trial before you commit.
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🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
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🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
4.8 ★★★★★ 51 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
The smartest way to start: these dojos offer a free trial class or a low-cost intro deal, so you can watch a class and meet the sensei before you commit: El Dojo NYC, Modern Martial Arts - Upper East Side, World Seido Karate, Renshin-Kai Karate - Matsumoto Dojo, Chinese Hawaiian Kenpo Academy, Goju Karate. Try a couple before choosing. Check each dojo's schedule for current offers, and see the full list on our free trial page.
New to karate? These dojos flag beginner-welcoming classes: Supreme Martial Arts NYC - Upper West Side, Karate-Do Ken Wa Kan, Harmony By Karate - Upper West Side, Modern Martial Arts - Upper East Side, World Seido Karate, Renshin-Kai Karate - Matsumoto Dojo. You do not need to be fit, flexible, or experienced to start — read what to expect when you begin, or browse every beginner-friendly dojo in the directory.
Looking for classes for your child? These New York dojos flag kids' or youth programs: Supreme Martial Arts NYC - Upper West Side, Karate-Do Ken Wa Kan, El Dojo NYC, Harmony By Karate - Upper West Side, Modern Martial Arts - Upper East Side, World Seido Karate. See our kids' age guide for what age to start and how dojos keep it safe, or browse all kids karate.
Karate dojos in New York often teach other martial arts under the same roof, so you can add taekwondo, kickboxing, or a ground-fighting art on one membership. See how the striking arts compare in our karate vs taekwondo guide, or browse the other martial arts each dojo offers and the karate class types available.
Fantastic taekwondo teachers who are great at leading fun classes for all ages. My child started at age 5 and has had such a blast for past two years. Younger kids have so much fun also. The classes are 30 min for little ones, then increase to 40 min.
“Daddy, karate will be a part of my life and who I am forever. I feel really confident about myself, in my body, and in my mind, and that’s all thanks to Shihan and my Senseis.” The words of my sixteen year old daughter.
Our son Zayn begun his first lesson a few weeks ago at El Dojo and we couldn’t be happier with our experience so far. Luis made sure our son was ready before committing to a membership and offered free trial classes prior to us beginning the program.
