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.
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Elite Karate & Fitness
419 Norwood Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49506-2758
4 PM- 4:35 PM
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KarateBuilt Grand Rapids
6469 28th St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546-6917
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Spirit Moves Christian Karate
7730 Eastern Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49508-7257
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Super T Karate Inc.
4981 Plainfield Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525-1076
Troy 4
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Denny Strecker's Karate
781 E Big Beaver Rd, Troy, MI 48083
Mon,Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri 9am-8pm, Sat 9am-1pm, Mon 8am-10pm, Tue 8am-10pm, Wed 8am-10pm, Thu 8am-10pm, Fri 8am-10pm, Sat 9am-
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Mastery Martial Arts - Troy
3656 Rochester Rd, Troy, MI 48083-5213
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Metro Michigan Shotokan Karate
3179 Livernois Rd, Troy, MI 48083-4100
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U.S. Karate-Do Tokukai
1800 W Long Lake Rd, Troy, MI 48098-4313
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Dojos of the Risen Son
6245 Atlantic Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49009
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Kalamazoo BJJ
4233 Portage St, Kalamazoo, MI 49001
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Okinawan Karate Academy
1837 S Westnedge Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49008-1930
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Pro Karate Coopersville
274 Ottawa St, Coopersville, MI 49404-1242
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Professional Karate Coopersville
25 68th Ave S, Coopersville, MI 49404
Oxford 2
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Cosens Martial Arts Oxford LLC
172 S Washington St, Oxford, MI 48371
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Maverick MMA Academy
925 N Lapeer Rd, Oxford, MI 48371-6742
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Olympia Taekwondo of Commerce
2075 E West Maple Rd, Walled Lake, MI 48390-3816
Monday: 3:00 pm - 9:30 pm
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Ryukyu Academy
3275 Martin Rd, Walled Lake, MI 48390
Saturday 11:30am-12:15 pm
Burton 1
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Double Dragon Tang Soo Do
1235 S Center Rd, Burton, MI 48509-1700
Canton 1
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Olympia Taekwondo of Canton
6487 N Canton Center Rd, Canton, MI 48187-2661
Monday: 3:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Cedar Springs 1
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American Martial Arts
main st, Cedar Springs, MI 49319
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Trammell's Martial Arts Academy
22215 Starks Dr, Clinton Township, MI 48036
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Romanelli's International Martial Arts
43990 N Gratiot Ave, Clinton Twp, MI 48036-1307
Monday: 9:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Davison 1
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PKSA Karate Davison
2140 Fairway Dr, Davison, MI 48423-8482
5pm to 9 pm
Deerfield Twp 1
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Dudley Martial Arts
5830 N Lapeer Rd, Deerfield Twp, MI 48461-9660
5:00 PM - 5:45 PM
Dexter 1
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Black Belt Academy
8110 Main St, Dexter, MI 48130-1030
Ferndale 1
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Mejishi Martial Arts, Inc.
247 W 9 Mile Rd, Ferndale, MI 48220-1795
Fraser 1
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College Of Martial Arts
32040 Utica Rd, Fraser, MI 48026
Hancock 1
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Copper Country Karate Institute
632 Quincy St, Hancock, MI 49930-1806
Highland 1
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Rooted Martial Arts
1444 S Milford Rd, Highland, MI 48357-4863
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Holland 1
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Fabiano's Karate
340 E Lakewood Blvd, Holland, MI 49424-2097
Howell 1
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Ohana Karate
9525 E Highland Rd, Howell, MI 48843-9098
Jackson 1
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Action Martial Arts
915 Airport Rd. , Jackson, MI 49202
Kentwood 1
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Mirandette's Martial Arts Center
4560 Bowen Blvd SE, Kentwood, MI 49508-5353
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American MMA
878 Dix Hwy, Lincoln Park, MI 48146-1213
Livonia 1
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Metro United Karate
27520 Joy Rd, Livonia, MI 48150-4145
Lowell 1
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Milton Bushido-Ryu Karate Of Lowell
1004 W Main St, Lowell, MI 49331
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Northern Lights Martial Arts Center
1310 S Front St, Marquette, MI 49855-5185
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Aspire Taekwondo
928 E Broadway Ave, Norton Shores, MI 49444-2352
Owosso 1
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Owosso Martial Arts
1481 E Main St, Owosso, MI 48867
Pierson 1
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American Martial Arts Institute
4705 White Rd, Pierson, MI 49339
Portage 1
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Kalamazoo BJJ
8135 Coxs Dr, Portage, MI 49002
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WY Martial Arts
18105 Fort St, Riverview, MI 48193-7433
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JSKA Rochester
1385 Mahaffy Ave, Rochester Hills, MI 48307-1507
Rockford 1
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ProKarate Rockford
528 Wolverine St, Rockford, MI 49341
Romeo 1
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Elite Martial Arts
71310 Van Dyke, Romeo, MI 48065
Saginaw 1
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Martial Arts Connection
6285 Bay Rd, Saginaw, MI 48604
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Master Tong's Martial Arts
50169 Hayes Rd, Shelby Twp, MI 48315-3229
Mon - Fri 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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Plowden's Championship Martial Arts Academy
25243 Telegraph Rd, Southfield, MI 48033-5263
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College of Martial Arts
44797 Schoenherr Rd, Sterling Heights, MI 48313-1137
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Ironwood Martial Arts
4541 Dixie Hwy, Waterford, MI 48329-3515
Also in Michigan
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- Kids Martial Arts Classes217
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- MMA Gyms106
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- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and BJJ Training Classes94
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) Martial Arts Schools92
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) Classes91
- Dedicated Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academies52
- Self-Defense Classes and Safety Workshops33
- Mixed Martial Arts Gyms and Training32
- Kickboxing Classes for Beginners and Adults32
- Tai Chi and Qigong Classes for Seniors and Adults17
- Jiu-Jitsu Fundamentals and Beginner Classes16
- Martial Arts Schools with Fat Loss Programs13
- Family Martial Arts Classes and Academies12
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- Dedicated Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academies and Programs9
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Good to know
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.
How to lose body fat percentage?
Reducing body fat percentage involves maintaining a moderate energy deficit while engaging in strength training and high-calorie combat sports. Regular practice in disciplines like MMA or Muay Thai builds lean tissue while driving down overall body fat. Users in Michigan can browse 50 verified martial arts academies offering structured weight management programs.
How to drain fluid from ear?
Draining fluid from an ear—often caused by trauma such as cauliflower ear in grappling—requires sterile medical aspiration using a syringe followed by a compression wrap. Performing this procedure at home without medical expertise carries a severe risk of infection and permanent cartilage deformity. Practicing martial artists in Michigan should consult qualified medical professionals or ask coaches at one of the 50 listed local academies for proper sports health protocols.