Kids Martial Arts Classes in Carmel, IN

6 of the 11 martial arts schools we list in Carmel 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.

Indianapolis Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy Kids classesBJJ / grappling

1764 E 116th St, Carmel, IN 46032-3506

+13175060973 Website Directions

MMA CR Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

242 Gradle Dr, Carmel, IN 46032

+13176654192 Website Directions

Master Yoo's Carmel Taekwondo Kids classesKarate / taekwondo

2470 Harleston St, Carmel, IN 46032-1526

+13177338800 Website Directions

Mountain Martial Arts and Wellness Center Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

1924 Rhettsbury St, Carmel, IN 46032-7295

+13179933900 Website Directions

Premier Martial Arts (271 Merchants Square Drive, Carmel) Kids classesFree trial classMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

271 Merchants Square Dr, Carmel, IN 46032

7652336575 Website Directions

School of Self Defense Indianapolis Kids classesFree trial classMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo

620 S Rangeline Rd, Carmel, IN 46032

🕒 Tue 6pm-9pm, Thu 6pm-9pm, Fri 6pm-7pm, Sat 9am-11am, Sun 6pm-8pm

(317) 373-8086 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.