Kids Martial Arts Classes in Modesto, CA

14 of the 29 martial arts schools we list in Modesto have kids classes. Map search shows a pin for every "martial arts" result but has no way to separate schools that run structured, age-graded kids programs from adult-focused dojos that just tolerate the occasional teenager. Every school listed here has kids classes confirmed from its own posted schedule or website, not guessed from a generic "family friendly" tag.

Aspire to Inspire Jiu-Jitsu Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling

2009 Tully Rd, Modesto, CA 95350-2920

+12092149241 Website Directions

Dynamic Mixed Martial Arts Kids classesFree trial classMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

518 Kiernan Ave, Modesto, CA 95356-9330

+12095441615 Website Directions

Dynamic Muay Thai and Fitness Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxing

1045 W Orangeburg Ave, Modesto, CA 95350-4163

🕒 Mon - Fri : 5:30pm-6:20pm

+12097373514 Website Directions

Gracie Academy Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Kids classesBJJ / grappling

1501 Coffee Rd, Modesto, CA 95355-3169

🕒 Mon-Fri 4:30PM To 6:00 PM

+12092389801 Website Directions

Gracie Jiu-jitsu Downtown Modesto Kids classesBJJ / grappling

142 N 9th St, Modesto, CA 95350-5861

+12093925192 Website Directions

Merafuentes Martial Arts Center Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondo

145 Woodrow Ave, Modesto, CA 95350-1101

+12095492482 Website Directions

Modesto Judo Club Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo

629 Bangs Ave, Modesto, CA 95356-9517

+12092775874 Website Directions

Modesto Kung Fu and Aikido Kids classesKarate / taekwondo

Lakewood Park , Modesto, CA 95350

+12096145612 Website Directions

Modesto Power Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

2400 Coffee Rd, Modesto, CA 95355-2051

+12099962439 Website Directions

Moores Karate Kids classesKarate / taekwondo

950 Oakdale Rd, Modesto, CA 95355

🕒 Mon & Wed 5:30 to 6:00 pm

+12095780277 Website Directions

Ralph Gracie Modesto Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

518 Kiernan Ave, Modesto, CA 95356-9330

+12097995368 Website Directions

Red Dragon Self Defense Kids classes

1027 N Emerald Ave, Modesto, CA 95351-1591

+12096818289 Website Directions

Red Dragon Shou Shu Kids classes

3012 McHenry Ave, Modesto, CA 95350-1448

+12096614197 Website Directions

Sensei Studio Headquarters Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing

717 7th St, Modesto, CA 95354-3412

+12094854104 Website Directions

Ask about the age brackets before enrolling. Most schools split kids into groups like 4-6, 7-9, and 10-13 with separate curricula and class pace, so a bracket matched to your child's age and attention span matters more than the style itself.

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Good to know

What age can kids start martial arts classes?
Many schools accept kids as young as 4 or 5 in a "little dragons" or similar intro program, though most structured belt curricula start around age 6-7. The right age depends more on whether the child can follow instructions in a group setting than on any strict cutoff.

How much do kids martial arts classes cost?
Monthly tuition for kids classes commonly runs $80-150, sometimes less at community or rec-center programs and more at schools with active competition teams. Most schools also charge a one-time registration fee plus periodic costs for belt testing or uniforms.