Karate Classes in St. George, UT
St. George has 6 Karate dojos — including 2 with a free trial, 1 beginner-friendly, and 6 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.
Red Rock Martial Arts
4.9 ★★★★★ 115 reviews
Bobby Lawrence Karate St. George
4.9 ★★★★★ 71 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Ace Martial Arts
4.8 ★★★★★ 66 reviews
🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site
Bobby Lawrence Karate
5 ★★★★★ 29 reviews
Southern Utah Wado Kai Karate
5 ★★★★★ 6 reviews
Good to know in St. George
For a recognized style organization or franchise (think Shotokan/JKA, Kyokushin, Tiger Schulmann's, Villari's), members point to Southern Utah Wado Kai 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.
- Bobby Lawrence Karate St. George ★★★★★ 4.9 (71)
- Ace Martial Arts ★★★★★ 4.8 (66)
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.
- Ace Martial Arts ★★★★★ 4.8 (66)
Kids & teen karate in St. George
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.
- Red Rock Martial Arts ★★★★★ 4.9 (115)
- Bobby Lawrence Karate St. George ★★★★★ 4.9 (71)
- Ace Martial Arts ★★★★★ 4.8 (66)
Karate in St. George: quick answers
- How much does karate cost a month in St. George?
- Most St. George 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 St. George dojos offer a free trial or free first class?
- Yes — 2 of the 6 dojos in St. George advertise a free trial, free first class, or intro offer, including Bobby Lawrence Karate St. George, Ace Martial Arts. Offers change, so confirm on the dojo's site before you go.
- I'm a total beginner — can I start karate in St. George?
- 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 St. George 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 St. George?
- Yes — 6 St. George 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.