Family Martial Arts Classes and Academies in Minnesota
23 of the 447 martial arts schools we track in Minnesota have family martial arts programs. This directory lists martial arts academies offering programs designed for parents and children to train together or at the same time. Schools in this section feature mixed-age classes or concurrent room schedules across disciplines such as Taekwondo, Karate, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Before enrolling, verify whether classes combine all ages on one mat or separate adults and kids into adjacent rooms during shared time slots. Full listings for every city are on the Minnesota page.
Minneapolis 3
Budo - Beyond Martial Arts Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
1101 Stinson Blvd, Minneapolis, MN 55413-1249
Hive Martial Arts Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
811 9th St SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414-1306
Warrior's Cove MMA Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
3008 Texas Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55426
Maple Grove 2
Grandmaster Lee's World Taekwondo Academy Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
6463 Sycamore Ct N, Maple Grove, MN 55369-6028
World Taekwondo Academy Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
10401 93rd Ave N, Maple Grove, MN 55369-4196
Rogers 2
Lee's Black Belt Academy Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
20965 S Diamond Lake Rd, Rogers, MN 55374-4820
World Taekwondo Academy Rogers Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
21135 Diamond Lake Rd S, Rogers, MN 55374-5502
St Louis Park 2
Warrior's Cove Martial Arts & Fitness Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
7107 Cedar Lake Rd S, St Louis Park, MN 55426-2712
World Taekwondo Academy Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
8332 Highway 7, St Louis Park, MN 55426-3907
Albertville 1
World Taekwondo Academy St Michael-Albertville Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo
11011 61st St NE, Albertville, MN 55301-3307
Annandale 1
World Taekwondo Academy - Annandale Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo
30 Chestnut Street, Annandale, MN 55302
Belle Plaine 1
Richardson's Martial Arts Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondo
777 Enterprise Dr E, Belle Plaine, MN 56011-2339
Brainerd 1
Black Arrow Martial Arts Free trial classBJJ / grappling
217 Washington St, Brainerd, MN 56401-3336
🕒 Monday & Wednesday: 11:30 am - 10:00 pm
Burnsville 1
Warrior's Cove Martial Arts & Fitness Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
14121 Irving Ave S, Burnsville, MN 55337
Chanhassen 1
World Tae Kwon Do Center Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondo
820 W 78th St, Chanhassen, MN 55317-9506
🕒 Mon - Fri: 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Coon Rapids 1
World Taekeondo Academy Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo
3015 Coon Rapids Blvd NW, Coon Rapids, MN 55433
Little Canada 1
Warrior's Cove Martial Arts and Fitness Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
2900 Rice St, Little Canada, MN 55113-1788
Mankato 1
Lee's Champion Tae Kwondo Academy Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
120 N Augusta Ct, Mankato, MN 56001
Plymouth 1
World Taekwondo Academy Karate / taekwondo
11540 Bass Lake Rd, Plymouth, MN 55442-1520
Rockford 1
World Taekwondo Academy - Rockford Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
7945 State Highway 55, Rockford, MN 55373
Saint Paul 1
World Taekwondo Academy Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
475 Etna St Ste 13, Saint Paul, MN 55106
Shoreview 1
Lee's Champion Taekwondo Academy Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
1067 Hwy 96 W, Shoreview, MN 55126
Virginia 1
Resurgence Martial Arts Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
1401 S 12th Ave W, Virginia, MN 55792
Also in Minnesota
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Schools89
- Kids Martial Arts Classes155
- Traditional Martial Arts Schools245
- MMA Gyms40
- Mixed Martial Arts Gyms and Training21
Good to know about family martial arts classes and academies
Can parents and children train in the exact same class?
Yes, schools with designated family classes allow parents and children (typically ages 5 and up) to practice on the mat together. Instructors tailor drills so adults focus on technique and conditioning while children work on fundamentals and discipline. Alternatively, some facilities offer concurrent scheduling where adult and youth classes run simultaneously in separate rooms.
How much does a family martial arts membership cost?
Monthly tuition for a family of three generally ranges from $250 to $450 depending on the region and discipline. Individual student rates average $120 to $180 per month, with second and third family members receiving 15% to 30% discounts. Initial startup costs include mandatory uniforms (gis) costing $45 to $80 per person and one-time registration fees of $30 to $75.
Are belt testing fees charged individually for family members?
Testing fees are charged per student and typically cost $35 to $75 per color belt examination, which occurs every 2 to 4 months. Advanced testing, such as Black Belt evaluations, ranges from $200 to $500 per person. While families often participate in promotion ceremonies together, each member must pass individual curriculum requirements.
How to become a certified yoga instructor?
To become a certified yoga instructor, complete a Registered Yoga School program, usually requiring 200 hours of training covering anatomy, philosophy, and instruction techniques. Afterward, register with an official organization like Yoga Alliance to receive your credential. For guided martial arts and fitness instructor pathways, explore options on MartialArtsAtlas.
Where did brazilian jiu jitsu come from?
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu originated in Brazil in the early 20th century. It developed from Kodokan Judo ground fighting fundamentals brought to South America by Japanese martial artist Mitsuyo Maeda, which were then adapted by the Gracie family. MartialArtsAtlas helps students find qualified BJJ academies nationwide.