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Karate Classes in Johnston, RI
Johnston has 3 Karate dojos — including 2 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.
Mastery Martial Arts - Johnston
4.9 ★★★★★ 269 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Derderian Academy of Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 83 reviews
RI Self-Defense Center- Kenpo Kobudo Karate
5 ★★★★★ 29 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Good to know in Johnston
For a recognized style organization or franchise (think Shotokan/JKA, Kyokushin, Tiger Schulmann's, Villari's), members point to RI Self-Defense Center- Kenpo Kobudo Karate.
Looking for a women's class or a welcoming room to start in? RI Self-Defense Center- Kenpo Kobudo Karate runs women's Karate.
Plan your first class
These dojos offer 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.
- Mastery Martial Arts - Johnston ★★★★★ 4.9 (269)
- RI Self-Defense Center- Kenpo Kobudo Karate ★★★★★ 5 (29)
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.
- Derderian Academy of Martial Arts ★★★★★ 5 (83)
- RI Self-Defense Center- Kenpo Kobudo Karate ★★★★★ 5 (29)
Kids & teen karate in Johnston
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.
- Mastery Martial Arts - Johnston ★★★★★ 4.9 (269)
- Derderian Academy of Martial Arts ★★★★★ 5 (83)
- RI Self-Defense Center- Kenpo Kobudo Karate ★★★★★ 5 (29)
Karate in Johnston: quick answers
- How much does karate cost a month in Johnston?
- Most Johnston 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 Johnston dojos offer a free trial or free first class?
- Yes — 2 of the 3 dojos in Johnston advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro offer, including Mastery Martial Arts - Johnston, RI Self-Defense Center- Kenpo Kobudo Karate. Offers change, so confirm on the dojo's site before you go.
- I'm a total beginner — can I start karate in Johnston?
- 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 Johnston 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 Johnston?
- Yes — 3 Johnston 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.