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.
Raleigh 4
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Barbelt Warriors Academy Elite Karate
2900 Spring Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC 27616-1895
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Bushido USA Dojo
3824 Barrett Dr, Raleigh, NC 27609-7220
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Bushiken Karate Saint-Cyr Dojo
3632 Capital Blvd, Raleigh, NC 27604-3328
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Endeavor Martial Arts - Gracie Brier Creek
10251 Little Brier Creek Ln, Raleigh, NC 27617-4267
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Cape Fear Isshin-Ryu Karate
2704 Exchange Dr, Wilmington, NC 28405-6459
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Cape Fear Martial Arts
301 N Green Meadows Dr, Wilmington, NC 28405-2566
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Confidence Martial Arts
3538 S College Rd, Wilmington, NC 28412-0912
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Dynamic Martial Arts
5541 Carolina Beach Rd, Wilmington, NC 28412-2676
Apex 2
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4 Winds Martial Arts
200 Brierridge Dr, Apex, NC 27502
Mon-Sat 9am-8pm
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Carolina Isshinryu Karate Academy, LLC
869 Perry Rd, Apex, NC 27502
Clayton 2
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Revolution Modern Martial Arts
8970 US Highway 70 Bus W, Clayton, NC 27520
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Vanguard Karate
849 Town Centre Blvd, Clayton, NC 27520
Monday -Thursday 6pm-9pm
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Brown's Leadership MA Fayetteville
420 Kingsford Rd, Fayetteville, NC 28314
Monday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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Leadership Martial Arts and Krav Maga
3915 Ramsey St, Fayetteville, NC 28311
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Martial Arts and More
116 Branchwood Shopping Ctr, Jacksonville, NC 28546-5800
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Traditional Karate in Jacksonville
405 Amethyst Ct, Jacksonville, NC 28546-8072
Asheboro 1
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Macon's Martial Arts Academy
1437 E Dixie Dr, Asheboro, NC 27203
Belmont 1
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NC Budo
124 N Main St, Belmont, NC 28012
Mon-Thu: 7AM to 8:30PM Friday: 7AM to 6PM
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Mid Eastern Karate Association
2241 Hanford Rd, Burlington, NC 27215
Cary 1
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Ancient Arts Family Karate and Ju-Jitsu Academy
1985 High House Rd, Cary, NC 27519
Cedar Point 1
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Grandmaster Dong's Martial Arts - Cedar Point
275 Old Hwy 258 Western Park Community Center, Cedar Point, NC 28584
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ATA Steele Creek
12820 S Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28273
Cleveland 1
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Pure Martial Arts
8870 Statesville Blvd, Cleveland, NC 27013-9019
Durham 1
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Chapel Hill Shotokan Karate
3716 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27705-5016
Franklin 1
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Adaptive Karate Academy
10 W Palmer St, Franklin, NC 28734-3046
Garner 1
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Revolution Modern Martial Arts Garner
6100 Veteran's Parkway Suite 110, Garner, NC 27529
Gastonia 1
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NC Budo - Gastonia
174 W Main Ave, Gastonia, NC 28052
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Goldsboro Okinawa Karatedo
1318 W Grantham St, Goldsboro, NC 27530-1158
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Charles June Karate Institute
650 E Fire Tower Rd, Greenville, NC 28590-8383
Mon-Thu 2pm-7pm, Fri 2pm-6pm, Sat-Sun open for special events only
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Team Raines Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
102 S 1st Ave, Knightdale, NC 27545-7055
Monroe 1
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Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Monroe
1900 W Roosevelt Blvd, Monroe, NC 28110
Mount Olive 1
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Black Dragon Kali-Silat Family
800 N Church St Ste D, Mount Olive, NC 28365
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South East Carolina Isshinryu
150 Holden Beach Rd SW, Shallotte, NC 28470-8159
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IMK Karate
10520 Star Rd, Wake Forest, NC 27587-7765
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GROUND CONTROL BJJ AND MMA
3800 Reynolda Rd, Winston-Salem, NC 27106
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Showstoppers Martial Arts
225 Weathers St, Youngsville, NC 27596
Also in North Carolina
- Traditional Martial Arts Schools456
- Kids Martial Arts Classes405
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Schools265
- MMA Gyms135
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Gi Training Programs130
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) Classes123
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) Training Academies121
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and BJJ Training Classes120
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) Martial Arts Schools119
- Dedicated Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academies76
- Self-Defense Classes and Safety Workshops66
- Kickboxing Classes for Beginners and Adults35
- Mixed Martial Arts Gyms and Training34
- Family Martial Arts Classes and Academies33
- Tai Chi and Qigong Classes for Seniors and Adults20
- Martial Arts Schools with Fat Loss Programs18
- Filipino & Historical European Martial Arts Schools16
- Jiu-Jitsu Fundamentals and Beginner Classes14
- Dedicated Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academies and Programs11
- Historical European & Filipino Martial Arts Classes11
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 North Carolina can browse 36 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 North Carolina should consult qualified medical professionals or ask coaches at one of the 36 listed local academies for proper sports health protocols.