Traditional Martial Arts Schools in Alaska
36 of the 83 martial arts schools we track in Alaska have traditional styles. A basic map listing can't tell you whether a "martial arts" result teaches lineage-based traditional forms like karate, taekwondo, or kung fu, or runs a modern fitness-kickboxing class under the same label. Every school on this page has its traditional style confirmed from its own website or class listings, not inferred from the business name. Full listings for every city are on the Alaska page.
Anchorage 9
Aikido North Karate / taekwondo
5430 B St, Anchorage, AK 99518
Anchorage Christian Taekwondo Karate / taekwondo
7348 Elmore Rd, Anchorage, AK 99507
Anchorage Dojo Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
3700 Woodland Dr, Anchorage, AK 99517-2563
J Park Tae Kwon Do Karate / taekwondo
3561 E Tudor Rd, Anchorage, AK 99507-1200
Kung Fu San Soo Center Karate / taekwondo
5610 Silverado Way, Anchorage, AK 99518-1652
Okamoto's Karate Kids classesKarate / taekwondoMMA
501 W International Airport Rd, Anchorage, AK 99518-1106
Red Dragon Kungfu Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
13350 Ridgewood Cir, Anchorage, AK 99516
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Taekwondo Elite USA Karate / taekwondo
500 Muldoon Rd, Anchorage, AK 99504-1580
Wu Tan Kung Fu & Tai Chi Institute Karate / taekwondo
9900 Old Seward Hwy, Anchorage, AK 99515-2249
Wasilla 7
61 North Karate Academy Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
701 S Knik Goose Bay Rd, Wasilla, AK 99654-8084
Jay's Eagle River Taekwondo Karate / taekwondo
1601 E Parks Hwy, Wasilla, AK 99654
Mat-Su Judo BJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo
650 E Bogard Rd, Wasilla, AK 99654-7102
Okamoto's Karate Kids classesKarate / taekwondoMMA
1212 W Mystery Ave, Wasilla, AK 99654-6335
Orito's Taekwondo Karate / taekwondo
707 W Parks Hwy, Wasilla, AK 99654-6924
Schatz Dojo Karate / taekwondo
2091 E Grizzly Bear Dr, Wasilla, AK 99654-2720
Susitna Karate Academy Karate / taekwondo
3261 S Big Lake Rd, Wasilla, AK 99623-9663
Eagle River 5
AK Family Taekwondo Martial Arts Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondo
11462 Business Blvd, Eagle River, AK 99577-7721
Alaska Moving Arts Center/ Shotokan Karate Club Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
10901 Mausel St, Eagle River, AK 99577
Jay's Taekwondo Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
12340 Old Glenn Hwy, Eagle River, AK 99577-7569
Okamoto's Karate Kids classesKarate / taekwondoMMA
11823 Old Glenn Hwy, Eagle River, AK 99577
Tae Kwon DO Elite USA Karate / taekwondo
19727 Cicutta Way, Eagle River, AK 99577
Juneau 4
Capital City Judo Karate / taekwondo
9105 Mendenhall Mall Rd, Juneau, AK 99801-7122
Juneau Karate Academy Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
8800 Glacier Hwy, Juneau, AK 99801
Juneau Shotokan Karate Club Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
9447 La Perouse Ave, Juneau, AK 99801
Korean Karate Academy, Downtown Branch Karate / taekwondo
Juneau Aiki-Dojo (Gastineau Ave, Downtown, Juneau, AK 99801
Palmer 3
Chung's Tae Kwon Do Institute Free trial classKarate / taekwondo
9191 E Frontage Rd, Palmer, AK 99645
Jay's Taekwondo Karate / taekwondo
1151 N Shenandoah Dr, Palmer, AK 99645
North Star Karate Academy Karate / taekwondo
139 N Bonanza St, Palmer, AK 99645-6237
Fairbanks 2
Fairbanks Taekwon-DO Karate / taekwondo
259 Farmers Loop Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99712
International Karate Association Karate / taekwondo
1140 Downwind Dr, Fairbanks, AK 99709-2596
Soldotna 2
Kenai Shidokan Dojo Karate / taekwondo
44619 Sterling Hwy, Soldotna, AK 99669-7902
Soldotna Martial Arts BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
47103 E Poppy Ln, Soldotna, AK 99669-9743
Homer 1
Kodiak 1
McGrath 1
Sitka 1
Kenwa Karate of Sitka Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
208 Smith St, Sitka, AK 99835
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Good to know about traditional martial arts schools
What's the difference between traditional and modern martial arts schools?
Traditional schools generally follow a set curriculum tied to a specific style's history, forms, and belt-ranking system, often with added emphasis on etiquette and philosophy. Modern or hybrid schools tend to blend techniques from multiple styles or focus more narrowly on fitness or competition.
How long does it take to get a black belt in a traditional martial art?
Most traditional styles take about 3-5 years of consistent training to reach black belt, though the exact timeline varies by style, school, and how often a student trains. A school that awards black belts much faster than that is generally worth a closer look before signing up.
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.