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Karate Classes for Children and Adults in San Diego, CA

10 of the 189 martial arts schools we list in San Diego have karate classes offered.

This section lists martial arts dojos offering structured karate training programs for preschoolers, youth, and adults. Schools featured here teach traditional styles such as Shotokan, Goju-Ryu, or Wado-Ryu, focusing on kata, sparring, and self-defense drills. Monthly tuition typically ranges from $100 to $220, with options for trial classes before enrolling.

  1. Allied Gardens Tang Soo Do Karate Academy

    6690 Mission Gorge Rd, San Diego, CA 92120-2338

    Sat, 28 Mar 2026 02:30:23 +0000

    Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
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  2. Full Potential Martial Arts Academy

    3323 Carmel Mountain Rd, San Diego, CA 92121-1035

    Sat, 08 Feb 2025 09:13:28 +0000

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondoMMA
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  3. Japan Karate San Diego Dojo

    3545 Midway Dr, San Diego, CA 92110-4922

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo
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  4. Practical Karate

    4170 Morena Blvd, San Diego, CA 92117-5203

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
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  5. San Diego Peninsula Shotokan Karate

    2650 Truxtun Rd, San Diego, CA 92106-6172

    Free trial classKarate / taekwondo
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  6. Setting Sun Dojo

    4993 Niagara Ave, San Diego, CA 92107-3163

    Free trial classBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo
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  7. Sidekicks Martial Arts Academy

    2939 Alta View Drive, San Diego, CA 92139

    Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondo
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  8. United States Karate Academy

    3165 Rosecrans St, San Diego, CA 92110

    Kids classesKarate / taekwondoMMA
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  9. United Studios of Self Defense

    10449 Reserve Dr, San Diego, CA 92127

    Kids classesKarate / taekwondoMMA
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  10. Ussd Team Focus

    13175 Black Mountain Rd, San Diego, CA 92129-2696

    Kids classesKarate / taekwondoMMA
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Check uniform policies: Most dojos require a traditional white gi with school-specific patches, which is rarely included in monthly tuition fees.

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How much do karate classes typically cost per month?

Monthly tuition averages between $100 and $220 for 2 to 3 sessions per week. Expect additional expenses including uniform purchases ($40 to $80) and belt promotion test fees ($30 to $75 per rank exam).

At what age can children start taking karate classes?

Most martial arts schools accept children starting at age 4 or 5 in dedicated preschool programs. These introductory classes focus on core motor skills, discipline, and basic balance rather than contact sparring.

How long does it take to earn a black belt in karate?

Earning a 1st degree black belt (Shodan) typically requires 3 to 5 years of regular training attending 2 to 3 classes weekly. Progress depends on passing formal rank evaluations (kyu testing) held every 3 to 6 months.