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.
Madison 4
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MadCity Martial Arts
1730 Thierer Rd, Madison, WI 53704
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Okinawan Karate Club of Madison
549 Zor Shrine Pl, Madison, WI 53719
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Three Treasures Martial Arts
4608 Cottage Grove Rd, Madison, WI 53716-1302
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Underground Self-Defense
532 State St, Madison, WI 53703-1011
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JK Lee Black Belt Academy
W164N11269 Squire Dr Ste C, Germantown, WI 53022
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Jk Lee Blackbelt Academy
N112W15800 Mequon Rd, Germantown, WI 53022-3389
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Black Belt Leadership Academy
9208 W Center St, Milwaukee, WI 53222-4517
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Shotokan karate association Wisconsin
3030 W Oklahoma Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53215-4351
Appleton 1
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The Academy Martial Arts Leadership
220 W Northland Ave, Appleton, WI 54911-2017
Mon 4pm-9:30pm, Tue 5:30am-9pm, Wed 12pm-8:15pm, Thu 5:30am-9pm, Fri 4:30pm-6:45pm, Sat 8am-1:30pm
Berlin 1
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Martial Arts America
109 W Huron St, Berlin, WI 54923-1516
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J.K. Lee Black Belt Academy
12645 W Lisbon Rd, Brookfield, WI 53005-1824
Delavan 1
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Delavan Flying Dragons Martial Arts
133 Park Pl, Delavan, WI 53115-1113
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Martial Arts America
520 N Main St, Fond du Lac, WI 54935-1912
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J.K. Lee Black Belt Academy
6838 N Santa Monica Blvd, Fox Point, WI 53217-3965
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Black Belt Leadership Academy - Greenfield
4440 S 108th St, Greenfield, WI 53228-2579
Hudson 1
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Ultimate Martial Arts
2021 ONeil Rd, Hudson, WI 54016-8268
Monday - Wednesday 5 pm - 9pm
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Task Karate
1501 St Andrew St, La Crosse, WI 54603-2817
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Bubbling Springs Martial Arts
523 Cedar Ave E, Menomonie, WI 54751-1412
Mequon 1
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BE Martial Arts
11122 N Cedarburg Rd, Mequon, WI 53092-4357
Merrill 1
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Merrill Karate Club LLC
804 E 1st St, Merrill, WI 54452-2411
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JAB Karate & TaeKwonDo
N48W36105 E Wisconsin Ave, Oconomowoc, WI 53066
Onalaska 1
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H & H Karate
553 Braund St, Onalaska, WI 54650-8556
Oshkosh 1
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Martial Arts America
300 S Koeller St, Oshkosh, WI 54902-5590
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USA Martial Arts Center Stoughton
2125 Mccomb Rd Ste 106, Stoughton, WI 53589
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Touchstone Karate Academy
110 N Grand Ave, Sun Prairie, WI 53590-9004
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Black Belt Leadership Academy
10704 W Burleigh St, Wauwatosa, WI 53222
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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 Wisconsin can browse 26 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 Wisconsin should consult qualified medical professionals or ask coaches at one of the 26 listed local academies for proper sports health protocols.