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Karate Classes in Belmont, MA

Belmont has 4 Karate dojos — including 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

Bushido Martial Arts Academy

5 ★★★★★ 113 reviews

396 Trapelo Rd, Belmont, MA

Ages 3–6

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

Kaizen Karate & Martial Arts

5 ★★★★★ 3 reviews

169 Belmont St, Belmont, MA

Karate dojo Beginners welcome Kids & teens Weapons / kobudo expert instruction from a great senseifriendly, respectful dojo

Karate Arnis Self Defense

396 Trapelo Rd, Belmont, MA

Karate dojo Kids & teens Affiliated

bushido productions

396 Trapelo Rd, Belmont, MA

Karate dojo

Good to know in Belmont

1 of the 4 dojos with posted hours are open on Sundays.

For a recognized style organization or franchise (think Shotokan/JKA, Kyokushin, Tiger Schulmann's, Villari's), members point to Bushido Martial Arts Academy and Karate Arnis Self Defense.

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 Belmont

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 Belmont: quick answers

How much does karate cost a month in Belmont?
Most Belmont 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 Belmont dojos offer a free trial or free first class?
None of the Belmont 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 Belmont?
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 Belmont 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 Belmont?
Yes — 3 Belmont 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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