Kids Martial Arts Classes in Vermont
31 of the 79 martial arts schools we track in Vermont 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. Full listings for every city are on the Vermont page.
Brattleboro 4
Aikido of River Valley Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
11 Cottage St, Brattleboro, VT 05301
Brattleboro Yongmudo Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
55 Marlboro Rd, Brattleboro, VT 05301
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Brattleboro Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondoMMA
55 Marlboro Rd, Brattleboro, VT 05301-3700
Rouleau-Holley's Martial Arts Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
55 Marlboro Rd, Brattleboro, VT 05301
Rutland 3
DaSilva's Karate Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
41 E Center St, Rutland, VT 05701-4265
Phoenix Martial Arts Wellness System Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
116 Post St, Rutland, VT 05701-4779
Vermont Martial Arts Academy Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
12 Merchants Row, Rutland, VT 05701-2853
Brandon 2
Aikido Vermont Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
1 Conant Sq, Brandon, VT 05733-1016
Kaizen Fitness Arts LLC Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondoMMA
32 Marble St, Brandon, VT 05733-8947
Middlebury 2
Middlebury American Jiu Jitsu Academy Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
812 Exchange St, Middlebury, VT 05753-1555
TaeKwon Do K.I.C.K.S. Kids classesFree trial classMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
9 Meadow Way, Middlebury, VT 05753-1503
Williston 2
BJJ Revolution Team Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
55 Leroy Rd, Williston, VT 05495-8979
ONTA Studio Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondoMMA
373 Blair Park Rd, Williston, VT 05495-8037
Barre 1
Fred Villari's Studio Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
65 Elm St, Barre, VT 05641-3545
Bradford 1
Bradford Taekwondo Club, Inc. Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
210 Main St, Bradford, VT 05033-8893
Burlington 1
Oom Yung Doe Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
1127 North Ave, Burlington, VT 05408-2756
Colchester 1
Martial Way Self-Defense Center Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo
73 Prim Rd, Colchester, VT 05446-3701
Essex Junction 1
Gracie Jiu Jitsu Vermont Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo
90 Center Rd, Essex Junction, VT 05452
🕒 Mat on Saturdays 11 AM - 1PM
+19196855181 Website All Essex Junction martial arts schools
Fair Haven 1
Makoto School of Martial Arts Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo
89 N Main St, Fair Haven, VT 05743-1114
🕒 3pm – 6pm
Graniteville 1
Granite City MMA llc. Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
223 Church Hill Rd, Graniteville, VT 05654
Huntington 1
Crouching Lion Tang Soo Do Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
56 Lapierre Dr, Huntington, VT 05462
Killington 1
Warriors Path MMA Kids classesFree trial classMMA
3775 River Rd Fork, Killington, VT 05751
Manchester Center 1
Vermont Martial Arts Academy Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
280 Airport Rd, Manchester Center, VT 05255
Milton 1
Arrowhead Martial Arts and Fitness Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
49 Middle Rd, Milton, VT 05468-3847
Moretown 1
Central Vermont Martial Arts Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
1147 Vermont Rte 100, Moretown, VT 05660
Newport 1
Kingdom Bluewave Taekwondo Academy Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
201 E Main St, Newport, VT 05855
South Burlington 1
Blue Wave Taekwondo School Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
899 Dorset St, South Burlington, VT 05403-7501
+18026583359 Website All South Burlington martial arts schools
St Johnsbury 1
USA Karate Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
446 Railroad St, St Johnsbury, VT 05819-1735
Waterbury 1
Green Mountain Dojo Kyokushin Karate Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
838 US-2, Waterbury, VT 05676
West Rutland 1
Legend Gates Karate Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondo
453 Main St, West Rutland, VT 05777
Woodstock 1
Shobu Aikido Vermont Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
54 River St, Woodstock, VT 05091
Also in Vermont
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Schools19
- Traditional Martial Arts Schools54
- MMA Gyms11
- Mixed Martial Arts Gyms and Training6
Good to know about kids martial arts classes
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.
How to become a certified yoga instructor?
To become a certified yoga instructor, complete a Registered Yoga School program, usually requiring 200 hours of training covering anatomy, philosophy, and instruction techniques. Afterward, register with an official organization like Yoga Alliance to receive your credential. For guided martial arts and fitness instructor pathways, explore options on MartialArtsAtlas.
Where did brazilian jiu jitsu come from?
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu originated in Brazil in the early 20th century. It developed from Kodokan Judo ground fighting fundamentals brought to South America by Japanese martial artist Mitsuyo Maeda, which were then adapted by the Gracie family. MartialArtsAtlas helps students find qualified BJJ academies nationwide.