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Karate Classes for Children and Adults in Tennessee

31 of the 590 martial arts schools we track in Tennessee have karate classes offered. Full listings for every city are on the Tennessee page.

31schools
23cities
590schools statewide

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.

Knoxville 3

  1. Broadway Family Karate

    2902 Tazewell Pike, Knoxville, TN 37918-1877

    Kids classesKarate / taekwondoMMA
  2. Martial Arts America Knoxville

    10420 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37922-3191

    Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondo
  3. Master Booe's Karate Kidz

    144 S Peters Rd, Knoxville, TN 37923-5223

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo

Nashville 3

  1. KSA Martial Academy

    4910 Charlotte Ave, Nashville, TN 37209-3413

    Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondo
  2. Music City Hapkido

    Ksa Martial Academy, 4910 Charlotte Ave, Nashville, TN 37209-3413

    Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondo
  3. Nashville Karate Academy

    6601 Sugar Valley Dr, Nashville, TN 37211-7091

    Kids classesKarate / taekwondo

Arlington 2

  1. Moerushin Aikido Dojo

    11925 US-70, Arlington, TN 38002-4348

    Thursdays 6-7:30pm

    Karate / taekwondo
  2. USA Karate

    5780 Airline Rd, Arlington, TN 38002-5982

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo

Bartlett 2

  1. Chilcutt's Memphis Martial Arts

    7124 Stage Rd, Bartlett, TN 38133-8959

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
  2. USA Karate

    2819 Bartlett Blvd, Bartlett, TN 38134-4529

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo

Memphis 2

  1. Bei Shaolin Kung Fu Institute

    3758 Summer Ave, Memphis, TN 38122-3722

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
  2. USA Karate

    1645 Bonnie Ln, Memphis, TN 38016-1200

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo

Murfreesboro 2

  1. Bill Taylor's Bushido School of Karate

    1820 NW Broad St, Murfreesboro, TN 37129-3218

    Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
  2. Bushido School of Karate

    1911 Business Campus Dr, Murfreesboro, TN 37130-5537

    Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo

Antioch 1

  1. O'Riley Karate Centers

    2444 Morris Gentry Blvd, Antioch, TN 37013-2072

    Monday to Thursday - 10 AM

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo

Atoka 1

  1. USA Karate Atoka

    10992 Highway 51 S, Atoka, TN 38004-4928

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo

Cookeville 1

  1. Cookeville Aikido

    2990 Hwy 70 E, Cookeville, TN 38506, Cookeville, TN 38506

    Kids' Classes M-Th 5:30pm-6:30pm, Adult Aikido Sun, Mon, Wed 6:30pm-8pm, Adult Kempo Karate Tue, Thu 6:30pm-8pm

    Kids classesKarate / taekwondo

Dandridge 1

  1. Fusion Martial Arts

    680 Meeting St E, Dandridge, TN 37725-5001

    Kids classesFree trial classMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo

Farragut 1

  1. Knoxville Academy of Martial Arts

    10961 Kingston Pike, Farragut, TN 37934-2932

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo

Franklin 1

  1. Family First Martial Arts Training Centers

    119 Seaboard Ln Ste 401, Franklin, TN 37067

    Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo

Gallatin 1

  1. Impact Martial Arts Gallatin

    840 N Blue Jay Way, Gallatin, TN 37066-5290

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo

Germantown 1

  1. USA Karate

    2037 Exeter Rd, Germantown, TN 38138-3937

Henderson 1

  1. Bob Bass Shotokan Karate Center

    1314K US-45, Henderson, TN 38340

    Monday, Tuesday and Thursday Nights 7-8 PM

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo

Hohenwald 1

  1. Zimmermann Karate Schools

    28 Swan Ave, Hohenwald, TN 38462

    Karate / taekwondo

Johnson City 1

  1. Olson's Martial Arts Academy

    316 Marketplace Blvd, Johnson City, TN 37604-2595

    Mon 11am-8:30pm, Tue 11am-8:30pm, Wed 11am-8:30pm, Thu 11am-8:30pm, Fri 4pm-7pm, Sat 9am-1pm

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo

Lexington 1

  1. Wado Ryu of Lexington TN

    30 W Church St, Lexington, TN 38351

    Kids classesKarate / taekwondoMMA

Millington 1

  1. USA Karate

    7844 Church St, Millington, TN 38053-2403

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo

Oak Ridge 1

  1. Resolute Martial Arts and Fitness

    1135 Oak Ridge Tpke, Oak Ridge, TN 37830-6442

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo

Powell 1

  1. The Wheeler Academy

    3553 W Emory Rd, Powell, TN 37849-4739

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo

Smyrna 1

  1. O'Riley Karate Centers

    12976 Old Nashville Hwy, Smyrna, TN 37167-6300

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo

Spring Hill 1

  1. Family First Martial Arts of Spring Hill

    3015 Belshire Way, Spring Hill, TN 37174

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
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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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 Tennessee can browse 31 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 Tennessee should consult qualified medical professionals or ask coaches at one of the 31 listed local academies for proper sports health protocols.