Kids Martial Arts Classes in Louisville, KY

15 of the 51 martial arts schools we list in Louisville 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.

Advantage Martial Arts Kids classes

2506 Plantside Dr, Louisville, KY 40299-2538

+15023377179 Website Directions

All Valley Martial Arts Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

10114 Dixie Hwy, Louisville, KY 40272-3948

🕒 Mon-Fri 6pm-8pm, Sat 1pm-5pm, Sun 2pm-5pm

+15024084413 Website Directions

Bluegrass Martial Arts Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo

5012 S Watterson Trl, Louisville, KY 40291-1731

+15024994050 Website Directions

CORE Combat Sports Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

13124 Eastpoint Park Blvd, Louisville, KY 40223-4163

+15024895444 Website Directions

Criterion Jiu Jitsu of Louisville Kids classesBJJ / grappling

2801 Cleveland Blvd, Louisville, KY 40206-1109

+15023736136 Website Directions

Hwang's Martial Arts Kids classes

2813 N Hurstbourne Pkwy, Louisville, KY 40223

+15024127755 Website Directions

Kentucky Tae Kwon Do & Fitness Academy Kids classesKarate / taekwondo

6441 W Hwy 146, Louisville, KY 40241

(502) 241-5910 Website Directions

Kung Fu of Louisville Kids classesKarate / taekwondo

1860 Mellwood Ave, Louisville, KY 40206

🕒 mondays 7 pm - 8 pm

Website Directions

Louisville Combat Academy Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

7908 Beulah Church Rd, Louisville, KY 40228-1743

+15025412773 Website Directions

Louisville Shaolin-Do Kung Fu & Tai Chi Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo

6407 Preston Hwy, Louisville, KY 40219

+15029698116 Website Directions

Old Louisville Jiu-Jitsu Academy Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling

1234 S 3rd St, Louisville, KY 40203-2906

+13108821605 Website Directions

Reality Krav Maga Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

509 Obyrne Ave, Louisville, KY 40223

+15027144497 Website Directions

Rough Hands BJJ Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling

3048 Bardstown Rd, Louisville, KY 40205-3020

+15027919970 Website Directions

Ryse Martial Arts-Jeffersontown Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo

4622 Hendrik Dr, Louisville, KY 40299

+15029162008 Website Directions

Twyman Taekwondo Academy Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondo

11859 Commonwealth Dr, Louisville, KY 40299-2310

+15022022844 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.