Kids Martial Arts Classes in Delaware
40 of the 90 martial arts schools we track in Delaware 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. Full listings for every city are on the Delaware page.
Newark 8
Aikido Delaware Aikikai Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
667 Dawson Dr, Newark, DE 19713
American Karate Studios Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
1150 Capitol Trl, Newark, DE 19711
Dauntless Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
13 Prestbury Sq, Newark, DE 19713-2608
Delaware Dragon Martial Arts Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
106 Louviers Ln, Newark, DE 19711-4163
🕒 Mon 5:30pm-9pm, Tue 5:30pm-9pm, Thu 5:30pm-9pm, Wed 5:30pm-7pm, Fri 6am-6:30am, Sat 9am-1:30pm, Mon 6am-6:30am
Elite Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Kids classesBJJ / grappling
280 E Main St, Newark, DE 19711-7298
MVJ Athletic Training Center Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing
705 Dawson Dr, Newark, DE 19713-3413
Newark Kenpo Karate Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
120 Peoples Plaza, Newark, DE 19702
Shoshin Karate Academy Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
243 S Main St, Newark, DE 19711-4564
Wilmington 8
Aikido Kokikai Delaware Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
4115 Concord Pike, Wilmington, DE 19803-1441
Armor fit fighters Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
700 River Rd, Wilmington, DE 19809-2704
Delaware Judo & Ju-Jitsu Association Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo
4050 Brandywine Pkwy, Wilmington, DE 19803
Gentlemen's Jiu-Jitsu•MMA•MuayThai Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
3306 Old Capitol Trl, Wilmington, DE 19808
PRO Martial Arts Wilmington Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
4723 Concord Pike, Wilmington, DE 19803-1446
Pat Caputo's American Karate Studio Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
1812 Marsh Rd, Wilmington, DE 19810-4515
Riverfront Jiu Jitsu Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling
512 Justison St, Wilmington, DE 19801-5142
Titan Jiu Jitsu Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing
1812 Marsh Rd, Wilmington, DE 19810-4515
Middletown 7
7 Elements Krav Maga and Self-Defense Kids classes
5419 Peterson Rd, Middletown, DE 19709-8953
Central Movement - Martial Arts Kids classes
108 Patriot Dr, Middletown, DE 19709-8803
Evolution Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
733 N Broad St, Middletown, DE 19709-1166
Evolution Karate Academy Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
735 N Broad St, Middletown, DE 19709-1166
Frank Family Karate Plus Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
100 W Green St, Middletown, DE 19709-1398
Karate Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
N Cass Street, Middletown, DE 19709
Middletown Karate Academy Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
877 N Broad St, Middletown, DE 19709
Dover 4
Kaizen Karate Academy Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
35 Commerce Way, Dover, DE 19904-5747
Otaku Judo Delaware Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
5 Maggies Way, Dover, DE 19901
Premier Martial Arts Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
132 Greentree Dr, Dover, DE 19904-7648
🕒 monday 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Yoon's Martial Arts Kids classes
1111 S Dupont Hwy, Dover, DE 19901-4423
Bear 3
American Martial Arts Institute Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
414 Eden Cir, Bear, DE 19701
Perseverance Martial Arts ATA Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondoMMA
613 Governors Pl, Bear, DE 19701-3034
Premier Martial Arts Bear Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
44 Fox Hunt Dr, Bear, DE 19701-2534
🕒 tuesday 8:15 pm - 9:00 pm
Milford 2
Bayside Jiu Jitsu Kids classesBJJ / grappling
239 NE Front St, Milford, DE 19963-1431
Delaware Tang Soo Do Academy Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
34 N Washington St, Milford, DE 19963-1450
Claymont 1
Michael Graves Mahato Karate Association's XS Combat Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondo
727 Naamans Rd, Claymont, DE 19703
Dagsboro 1
Hurricane Martial Arts Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
33262 Main St, Dagsboro, DE 19939
Frankford 1
Bowman Systems MMA Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
34615 Wilgus Cemetery Rd, Frankford, DE 19945
Hockessin 1
Cornerstone Martial Arts Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
206 Lantana Dr, Hockessin, DE 19707-8805
Lewes 1
Sussex Karate Academy Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
1632 Savannah Rd, Lewes, DE 19958-1659
Ocean View 1
Padawan Jiu Jitsu Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling
2 Town Rd, Ocean View, DE 19970
🕒 thursday: 4:15 pm - 5:00 pm
Selbyville 1
Scudieri Philip M Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
37221 Johnson Rd, Selbyville, DE 19975-3521
Smyrna 1
Global Taekwondo Center Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
56 Artisan Dr, Smyrna, DE 19977-3775
🕒 mon : 5:00 pm - 5:45 pm
Also in Delaware
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Schools24
- Traditional Martial Arts Schools41
- MMA Gyms10
- Mixed Martial Arts Gyms and Training5
Good to know about kids martial arts classes
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.
How to become a certified yoga instructor?
To become a certified yoga instructor, complete a Registered Yoga School program, usually requiring 200 hours of training covering anatomy, philosophy, and instruction techniques. Afterward, register with an official organization like Yoga Alliance to receive your credential. For guided martial arts and fitness instructor pathways, explore options on MartialArtsAtlas.
Where did brazilian jiu jitsu come from?
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu originated in Brazil in the early 20th century. It developed from Kodokan Judo ground fighting fundamentals brought to South America by Japanese martial artist Mitsuyo Maeda, which were then adapted by the Gracie family. MartialArtsAtlas helps students find qualified BJJ academies nationwide.