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Looking for karate classes in San Diego? 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.
4.9 ★★★★★ 220 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
4.9 ★★★★★ 132 reviews
Martial arts school specializing in fitness, self-defense classes & karate for children.
4.9 ★★★★★ 103 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
5 ★★★★★ 65 reviews
4.9 ★★★★★ 57 reviews
5 ★★★★★ 46 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: White Dragon Martial Arts - Clairemont (San Diego), Freestyle Martial Arts, Full Potential Martial Arts Academy, Practical Karate, Miramar Martial Arts Academy (Mira Mesa), Family 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: U.S. Karate Academy, Freestyle Martial Arts, 7 Spears Martial Arts Academy, Full Potential Martial Arts Academy, Practical Karate, San Diego Peninsula Shotokan Karate. 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 San Diego dojos flag kids' or youth programs: White Dragon Martial Arts - Clairemont (San Diego), U.S. Karate Academy, Freestyle Martial Arts, 7 Spears Martial Arts Academy, Blur MA, Full Potential Martial Arts Academy. See our kids' age guide for what age to start and how dojos keep it safe, or browse all kids karate.
Karate dojos in San Diego 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.
White Dragon Martial arts has been a wonderful place to allow my kids to let out energy, learn respect and gain confidence in themselves through Choy Li Fut Kung Fu. Over the years, the entire staff and instructors have become more like a family.
The U.S . Karate Academy San Diego is an excellent place for kids and adults of all ages to learn Self-discipline and impulse control along with the skills needed for karate. You can also get your first 4 classes free check out their website. Let Master Canvento know that @ejaysadventures from YouTube sent you his way.
My son has been taking karate at this dojo for over 2 1/2 years. The facility is clean, well maintained and kid friendly. The instructors are kind and work well with kids and teens. They encourage students to take leadership roles in the classes and activities.
