Karate Classes in Prior Lake, MN
Prior Lake has 2 Karate dojos — including 2 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.
Samurai ATA Family Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 129 reviews
Friendly karate school emphasizing self-defense and self-esteem training for kids and adults.
Singewald's Karate For Kids
5 ★★★★★ 46 reviews
Good to know in Prior Lake
For a recognized style organization or franchise (think Shotokan/JKA, Kyokushin, Tiger Schulmann's, Villari's), members point to Samurai ATA Family Martial Arts and Singewald's Karate For Kids.
Kids & teen karate in Prior Lake
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.
- Samurai ATA Family Martial Arts ★★★★★ 5 (129)
- Singewald's Karate For Kids ★★★★★ 5 (46)
Karate in Prior Lake: quick answers
- How much does karate cost a month in Prior Lake?
- Most Prior Lake 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 Prior Lake dojos offer a free trial or free first class?
- None of the Prior Lake 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 Prior Lake?
- Yes. Karate welcomes complete beginners, and you don't need to be fit or have any experience first — the training gets you in shape. Most dojos run dedicated beginner or all-levels classes. 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 Prior Lake?
- Yes — 2 Prior Lake 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.