Family Martial Arts Classes and Academies in North Carolina
33 of the 1,007 martial arts schools we track in North Carolina 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 North Carolina page.
Charlotte 3
ATA Steele Creek Kids classesFree trial classMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
12820 S Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28273
UpLevel Martial Arts Kids classesBJJ / grappling
16131 Lancaster Hwy, Charlotte, NC 28277-2973
Winners for Life ATA Ballantyne Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
6420 Rea Rd, Charlotte, NC 28277-0771
Raleigh 3
Fighting Tiger Family Karate Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
6701 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh, NC 27612
Master Chang's Martial Arts Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondo
9600 Strickland Rd, Raleigh, NC 27615-1937
Master Chang's Martial Arts Falls River Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondo
10940 Raven Ridge Rd, Raleigh, NC 27614-6610
Apex 2
4 Winds Martial Arts Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
200 Brierridge Dr, Apex, NC 27502
🕒 Mon-Sat 9am-8pm
Triangle Karate Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
1007 Davis Dr, Apex, NC 27523-8223
Cary 2
Ancient Arts Family Karate and Ju-Jitsu Academy Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondo
1985 High House Rd, Cary, NC 27519
Master Chang's Martial Arts Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondo
2016 Kildaire Farm Rd, Cary, NC 27518-6614
Concord 2
Premier Martial Arts Concord Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
366 George W Liles Pkwy, Concord, NC 28027
Winners For Life ATA Concord Mills Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
10001 Weddington Rd, Concord, NC 28027-4420
Durham 2
Master Chang's Martial Arts Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondo
8200 Renaissance Pkwy, Durham, NC 27713-6698
Modu Martial Arts Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
105 W NC Highway 54, Durham, NC 27713-6646
Indian Trail 2
Corey Family Martial Arts Kids classesFree trial class
1001 Van Buren Ave, Indian Trail, NC 28079-5584
Movement Family Martial Arts Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondo
584 Indian Trail Rd S, Indian Trail, NC 28079-8689
Winston-Salem 2
TRU Taekwondo Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondo
5038 Peters Creek Pkwy, Winston-Salem, NC 27127
(336) 788-5333 Website All Winston-Salem martial arts schools
TRU Taekwondo Center Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondo
12201 N NC Highway 150, Winston-Salem, NC 27127-9731
Alliance 1
Zan's Taekwondo Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
13548 NC-55, Alliance, NC 28515-9106
Burlington 1
Lee's White Tiger Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
404 Huffman Mill Rd, Burlington, NC 27215-5296
Chapel Hill 1
Master Chang's Martial Arts Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondo
1129 Weaver Dairy Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27514-1499
Clemmons 1
TRU Taekwondo Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondo
6000 Meadowbrook Mall Ct, Clemmons, NC 27012-7607
Elizabeth City 1
Tinsley Family Martial Arts Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing
306 W Grice St, Elizabeth City, NC 27909-4971
+12522077793 Website All Elizabeth City martial arts schools
Garner 1
Flying Tiger Martial Arts Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo
110 Bratton Dr, Garner, NC 27529-7818
🕒 Mon – Fri: 12:00 PM
Goldsboro 1
Hwarang Warrior Martial Arts Goldsboro Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
106 Red Oak Dr Ste B, Goldsboro, NC 27530
Hertford 1
Tinsley Family Martial Arts - Hertford BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing
117 W Market St, Hertford, NC 27944
Holly Springs 1
Master Chang's Martial Arts Holly Springs Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondo
304 Village Walk Dr, Holly Springs, NC 27540-7683
🕒 Monday 11:30am
Matthews 1
Winners For Life ATA Matthews Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
3122 Fincher Farm Rd, Matthews, NC 28105
Monroe 1
Monroe Martial Arts Academy Kids classes
1821 Skyway Dr, Monroe, NC 28110-2807
Mooresville 1
Winners for Life ATA Mooresville Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
134 Town Center Dr, Mooresville, NC 28117-9158
Mt Olive 1
Hwarang Warrior Martial Arts Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
800 N Church St, Mt Olive, NC 28365
Siler City 1
Ara's Indoor Soccer Sporstplex Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondo
420 E 3rd St, Siler City, NC 27344-3234
Youngsville 1
Showstoppers Martial Arts Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
225 Weathers St, Youngsville, NC 27596
Also in North Carolina
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Schools265
- Kids Martial Arts Classes405
- Traditional Martial Arts Schools456
- MMA Gyms135
- Mixed Martial Arts Gyms and Training34
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.