Karate Classes in Arlington, TX
Arlington has 5 Karate dojos — including 3 with a free trial, 2 beginner-friendly, and 5 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.
Cornerstone Martial Arts & Leadership Academy
4.8 ★★★★★ 209 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
TX Black Belt Academy Arlington
4.8 ★★★★★ 80 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Premier Martial Arts West Arlington
4.8 ★★★★★ 21 reviews
Shotokan Karate Academy
4.3 ★★★★☆ 25 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Good to know in Arlington
For a recognized style organization or franchise (think Shotokan/JKA, Kyokushin, Tiger Schulmann's, Villari's), members point to TX Black Belt Academy Arlington, Premier Martial Arts West Arlington and Shotokan Karate Academy.
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.
- Cornerstone Martial Arts & Leadership Academy ★★★★★ 4.8 (209)
- TX Black Belt Academy Arlington ★★★★★ 4.8 (80)
- Shotokan Karate Academy ★★★★☆ 4.3 (25)
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.
- Cornerstone Martial Arts & Leadership Academy ★★★★★ 4.8 (209)
- Shotokan Karate Academy ★★★★☆ 4.3 (25)
Kids & teen karate in Arlington
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.
- Cornerstone Martial Arts & Leadership Academy ★★★★★ 4.8 (209)
- TX Black Belt Academy Arlington ★★★★★ 4.8 (80)
- Premier Martial Arts West Arlington ★★★★★ 4.8 (21)
Karate in Arlington: quick answers
- How much does karate cost a month in Arlington?
- A few Arlington dojos list a membership around $40/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 Arlington dojos offer a free trial or free first class?
- Yes — 3 of the 5 dojos in Arlington advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro offer, including Cornerstone Martial Arts & Leadership Academy, TX Black Belt Academy Arlington, Shotokan Karate Academy. Offers change, so confirm on the dojo's site before you go.
- I'm a total beginner — can I start karate in Arlington?
- 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 Arlington 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 Arlington?
- Yes — 5 Arlington 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.