Karate Classes in Richmond, TX
Richmond 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.
Richmond Dojo LLC / Richmond Sport Center
4.9 ★★★★★ 70 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Lone Star Karate & Self Defense
4.7 ★★★★★ 36 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Kuk Sool Won Martial Arts - Richmond
3.7 ★★★★☆ 23 reviews
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.
- Richmond Dojo LLC / Richmond Sport Center ★★★★★ 4.9 (70)
- Lone Star Karate & Self Defense ★★★★★ 4.7 (36)
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.
- Richmond Dojo LLC / Richmond Sport Center ★★★★★ 4.9 (70)
- Lone Star Karate & Self Defense ★★★★★ 4.7 (36)
Kids & teen karate in Richmond
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.
- Richmond Dojo LLC / Richmond Sport Center ★★★★★ 4.9 (70)
- Lone Star Karate & Self Defense ★★★★★ 4.7 (36)
- Kuk Sool Won Martial Arts - Richmond ★★★★☆ 3.7 (23)
Karate in Richmond: quick answers
- How much does karate cost a month in Richmond?
- Most Richmond 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 Richmond dojos offer a free trial or free first class?
- Yes — 2 of the 3 dojos in Richmond advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro offer, including Richmond Dojo LLC / Richmond Sport Center, Lone Star Karate & Self Defense. Offers change, so confirm on the dojo's site before you go.
- I'm a total beginner — can I start karate in Richmond?
- 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 Richmond 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 Richmond?
- Yes — 3 Richmond 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.