Kids Martial Arts Classes in St Joseph, MO

6 of the 7 martial arts schools we list in St Joseph 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.

Ata Leadership & Black Belt Academy Kids classesKarate / taekwondo

106 S Belt Hwy, St Joseph, MO 64506-3414

+18166711133 Website Directions

Kingdom Warrior Academy of Martial Arts Kids classesKarate / taekwondo

3027 Dale Ave, St Joseph, MO 64506

+18162870562 Website Directions

Prestige ATA Martial Arts Kids classesKarate / taekwondo

3302 S Belt Hwy, St Joseph, MO 64503

+18163907748 Website Directions

St. Joseph Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Mixed Martial Arts Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondoMMA

1305 Village Dr, St Joseph, MO 64506-3041

+18167523315 Website Directions

The Vault Ninja Academy Kids classes

5802 Corporate Dr, St Joseph, MO 64507

🕒 Monkey (Age 3-5

+18167223069 Website Directions

Yu's Academy Martial Arts and Family Fitness Center LLC Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo

1834 Frederick Ave, St Joseph, MO 64501

🕒 Mon-Fri from 10am to 10pm

+18162790446 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.