Kids Martial Arts Classes in Waltham, MA

6 of the 10 martial arts schools we list in Waltham 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.

Koushinkan Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo

238 Calvary St, Waltham, MA 02453-8366

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On Point Krav Maga Kids classesBJJ / grappling

212 Calvary St, Waltham, MA 02453-8366

+19782881704 Website Directions

True Martial Arts Academy Kids classesKarate / taekwondoMMA

411 Waverley Oaks Rd, Waltham, MA 02452-8414

+17818946585 Website Directions

U.S. Taekwondo Center Kids classesKarate / taekwondo

32 Warren St, Waltham, MA 02453-6915

+17813731324 Website Directions

United Shaolin Kempo Karate Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo

422 Moody St, Waltham, MA 02453

7818915991 Website Directions

Watchcitymma Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA

101 Clematis Ave, Waltham, MA 02453-7010

+17812050629 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.