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.
Kirkland 3
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Aikido Northshore
11232 120th Ave NE, Kirkland, WA 98033-4522
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Eastside Kyokushin Karate & Self-Defense
12815 NE 124th St, Kirkland, WA 98034-8313
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Zen Dragon Martial Arts Kirkland
395 Kirkland Ave, Kirkland, WA 98033-6221
Seattle 3
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Evergreen Tang Soo Do Academy
5631 California Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98136-1539
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Washington Karate
8618 3rd Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98117-3155
monday - friday 2:00 - 6:00 pm
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Zen Dragon Crown Hill
1104 NW 85th St, Seattle, WA 98117-3318
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Mercer Island Martial Arts
2630 77th Ave SE, Mercer Island, WA 98040-3085
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Zen Dragon Martial Arts Mercer Island
7858 SE 28th St, Mercer Island, WA 98040-2140
Selah 2
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Goju-Ryu Karate of Selah
11 N 1st St, Selah, WA 98942
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Okinawa Karate Goju Style
103 E Naches Ave, Selah, WA 98942-1411
Bellevue 1
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Western Washington Shotokan Karate Group
Bellevue First United Methodist Church - Wa, 1934 108th Ave NE, Bellevue, WA 98004-2828
Brush Prairie 1
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Whole Armor Martial Arts
12919 NE 159th St, Brush Prairie, WA 98606-9507
Burien 1
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Wheatons Martial Arts Academy
220 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA 98166-2308
Mon-Fri 4:15pm-8:40pm, Sat 9am-12pm
Clarkston 1
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Warabay Karate School
1233 Sycamore St, Clarkston, WA 99403-2240
Everett 1
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Cascade Martial Arts Academy
2809 Rockefeller Ave, Everett, WA 98201-3541
Issaquah 1
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Karate West
1740 19th Ave NW, Issaquah, WA 98027-5114
Lakewood 1
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Washington Karate Lakewood Dojo
5610 75th St W, Lakewood, WA 98499-8643
s 3:30pm – 8pm monday thru friday
Lynnwood 1
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Northwest Black Belt Academy
3815 196th St SW, Lynnwood, WA 98036-5749
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Zen Dragon Mill Creek
15118 Main St, Mill Creek, WA 98012-1653
North Bend 1
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Zen Dragon Martial Arts North Bend
249 Main Ave S, North Bend, WA 98045-5016
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Grand Master YI Brothers Tae Kwon Do
1700 SE Mile Hill Dr, Port Orchard, WA 98366-3352
Puyallup 1
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Kiai Martial Arts
15930 99th Ave Ct E, Puyallup, WA 98375-8719
Renton 1
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Northwest Black Belt Academy Renton
405 S 3rd St, Renton, WA 98057
Richland 1
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Trinity Martial Arts Academy
1405 Goethals Dr, Richland, WA 99354-2906
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Olympic Taekwondo Academy
3295 NW Lowell St, Silverdale, WA 98383-9122
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Karate Northwest
203 Cypress Ave, Snohomish, WA 98290-2516
Spokane 1
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Shotokan Karate of Spokane
800 N Hamilton St, Spokane, WA 99202
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Kanthak Karate
16505 SE 1st St, Vancouver, WA 98684-9299
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Karate Center
9 W Birch St, Walla Walla, WA 99362-3004
Monday & Wednesday: 4:15pm-5:00pm
Also in Washington
- Traditional Martial Arts Schools367
- Kids Martial Arts Classes332
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Schools217
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Gi Training Programs112
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and BJJ Training Classes111
- MMA Gyms110
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) Martial Arts Schools110
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) Classes110
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) Training Academies108
- Dedicated Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academies70
- Self-Defense Classes and Safety Workshops69
- Mixed Martial Arts Gyms and Training36
- Filipino & Historical European Martial Arts Schools26
- Family Martial Arts Classes and Academies24
- Tai Chi and Qigong Classes for Seniors and Adults24
- Kickboxing Classes for Beginners and Adults20
- Jiu-Jitsu Fundamentals and Beginner Classes16
- Martial Arts Schools with Fat Loss Programs15
- Historical European & Filipino Martial Arts Classes14
- Dedicated Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academies and Programs8
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 Washington can browse 29 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 Washington should consult qualified medical professionals or ask coaches at one of the 29 listed local academies for proper sports health protocols.