Kids Martial Arts Classes in Lawrence, KS

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

Ground Theory Jiu Jitsu Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMMA

1035 E 23rd St Ste 3, Lawrence, KS 66046

7854243093 Website Directions

Lawrence Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondoMMA

2500 W 31st St, Lawrence, KS 66047-3004

+17855506699 Website Directions

Premier Martial Arts - Lawrence, KS Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo

1540 Wakarusa Dr Ste a, Lawrence, KS 66049

7857494400 Website Directions

Prime Martial Arts Kids classesKarate / taekwondo

1310 Research Park Dr, Lawrence, KS 66049-3934

+17857497337 Website Directions

Rivers Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondoMMA

850 E 13th St, Lawrence, KS 66044-3312

+17854180092 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.