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Karate Classes in Wellesley, MA
Wellesley has 3 Karate dojos — including 1 with a free trial, 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.
Steve DeMasco's Martial Arts of Wellesley
5 ★★★★★ 12 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Velocity Martial Arts / Fitness Center
4.3 ★★★★☆ 12 reviews
Steve Nugent's Karate Institute
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.
- Steve DeMasco's Martial Arts of Wellesley ★★★★★ 5 (12)
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.
Kids & teen karate in Wellesley
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.
- Steve DeMasco's Martial Arts of Wellesley ★★★★★ 5 (12)
- Velocity Martial Arts / Fitness Center ★★★★☆ 4.3 (12)
- Steve Nugent's Karate Institute
Karate in Wellesley: quick answers
- How much does karate cost a month in Wellesley?
- A few Wellesley dojos list a membership around $29.95/mo, but most don't post rates online. Ask about a free trial and check the dojo's schedule for current prices — see our cost guide for typical ranges.
- Do any Wellesley dojos offer a free trial or free first class?
- Yes — 1 of the 3 dojos in Wellesley advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro offer, including Steve DeMasco's Martial Arts of Wellesley. Offers change, so confirm on the dojo's site before you go.
- I'm a total beginner — can I start karate in Wellesley?
- 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 Wellesley 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 Wellesley?
- Yes — 3 Wellesley 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.