Kids Martial Arts Classes in Walnut Creek, CA

4 of the 9 martial arts schools we list in Walnut Creek 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.

10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Walnut Creek Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

325 N Wiget Ln, Walnut Creek, CA 94598-2435

+12108026644 Website Directions

Ji Sung Taekwondo Kids classesKarate / taekwondo

1251 Arroyo Way, Walnut Creek, CA 94596-4215

+19257878286 Website Directions

Omulu Capoeira Walnut Creek Kids classesFree trial class

2029 Mt Diablo Blvd, Walnut Creek, CA 94596-4301

+14158348135 Website Directions

Sparta Taekwondo Kids classesKarate / taekwondo

Shadelands Sportsmall, 2640 Shadelands Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 94598-2513

🕒 Mon-Thu 3:30pm-8pm, Fri 5pm-8pm, Sat 9am-1pm

+19259385300 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.

Kids Martial Arts Classes near Walnut Creek

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.