Kids Martial Arts Classes in New Bedford, MA

4 of the 11 martial arts schools we list in New Bedford 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.

Costa's Tang Soo Do Kids classesKarate / taekwondo

376 Nash Rd, New Bedford, MA 02746-1827

+15089798111 Website Directions

Fight Sports Boston jiu jitsu Kids classesBJJ / grappling

1239 Chaffee St, New Bedford, MA 02745

+17024009093 Website Directions

South Coast Self Defense Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

457 Ashley Blvd, New Bedford, MA 02745-5266

+15088176693 Website Directions

Xcel Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Kids classesBJJ / grappling

1239 Chaffee St, New Bedford, MA 02745-1014

+17742027260 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.