Kids Martial Arts Classes in Novato, CA

5 of the 8 martial arts schools we list in Novato 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.

DefensePro.Org Kids classesKarate / taekwondo

10 Fredson Ct, Novato, CA 94947

4157066994 Website Directions

North Bay Jiu Jitsu Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

5420 Nave Dr, Novato, CA 94949-6406

+14154830811 Website Directions

North Bay Kenpo Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo

7320 Redwood Blvd, Novato, CA 94945-3290

+14154440872 Website Directions

Novato Family Martial Art Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondo

7374 Redwood Blvd, Novato, CA 94945-3237

+14158926661 Website Directions

Tech Lab Jiu Jitsu Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling

113 San Marin Dr, Novato, CA 94945-1209

+14158951676 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.