Karate Classes in Irving, TX
Irving has 4 Karate dojos — including 4 with a free trial, 1 beginner-friendly, and 4 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.
Championship Martial Arts - Las Colinas
5 ★★★★★ 83 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Champion Karate Academy
4.8 ★★★★★ 80 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Texas Karate Do is now Imperial Dragon Martial Arts
4.5 ★★★★★ 48 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Rick Fowler's Kenpo Karate
4.8 ★★★★★ 18 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Good to know in Irving
For a recognized style organization or franchise (think Shotokan/JKA, Kyokushin, Tiger Schulmann's, Villari's), members point to Texas Karate Do is now Imperial Dragon Martial Arts and Rick Fowler's Kenpo 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.
- Championship Martial Arts - Las Colinas ★★★★★ 5 (83)
- Champion Karate Academy ★★★★★ 4.8 (80)
- Texas Karate Do is now Imperial Dragon Martial Arts ★★★★★ 4.5 (48)
New to karate?
This dojo is 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.
- Texas Karate Do is now Imperial Dragon Martial Arts ★★★★★ 4.5 (48)
Kids & teen karate in Irving
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.
- Championship Martial Arts - Las Colinas ★★★★★ 5 (83)
- Champion Karate Academy ★★★★★ 4.8 (80)
- Texas Karate Do is now Imperial Dragon Martial Arts ★★★★★ 4.5 (48)
Karate in Irving: quick answers
- How much does karate cost a month in Irving?
- Most Irving 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 Irving dojos offer a free trial or free first class?
- Yes — 4 of the 4 dojos in Irving advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro offer, including Championship Martial Arts - Las Colinas, Champion Karate Academy, Texas Karate Do is now Imperial Dragon Martial Arts. Offers change, so confirm on the dojo's site before you go.
- I'm a total beginner — can I start karate in Irving?
- Yes. Karate welcomes complete beginners, and you don't need to be fit or have any experience first — the training gets you in shape. 1 Irving dojo is 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 Irving?
- Yes — 4 Irving dojos run kids' or youth karate, with some classes starting as young as age 4. Youth programs focus on confidence, discipline, respect, and fun in a supervised setting; check each dojo's schedule for age groups and times.