Kids Martial Arts Classes in Melrose, MA

3 of the 5 martial arts schools we list in Melrose 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.

Nirvana Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

645 Main St, Melrose, MA 02176-3139

+16176670127 Website Directions

North Shore Martial Arts Center Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo

75 Myrtle St, Melrose, MA 02176-3843

+17812306676 Website Directions

Rick Wong's Chinese Martial Arts Center Kids classesKarate / taekwondo

70 W Emerson St, Melrose, MA 02176-3128

+16174355751 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.