Traditional Martial Arts Schools in Delaware
41 of the 90 martial arts schools we track in Delaware 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 Delaware page.
Newark 8
Aikido Delaware Aikikai Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
667 Dawson Dr, Newark, DE 19713
Ambra Karate Academy Karate / taekwondo
750 Otts chapel Rd, Newark, DE 19711
American Karate Studios Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
1150 Capitol Trl, Newark, DE 19711
Aotake Dojo Free trial classKarate / taekwondo
300 E Main St, Newark, DE 19711
Newark Kenpo Karate Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
120 Peoples Plaza, Newark, DE 19702
Shoshin Karate Academy Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
243 S Main St, Newark, DE 19711-4564
Top Notch Karate Karate / taekwondo
35 Liberty Plaza, Newark, DE 19711
Triple Threat Combat Sports BJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondoMMA
119 Sandy Dr, Newark, DE 19713-1148
Wilmington 7
Aikido Kokikai Delaware Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
4115 Concord Pike, Wilmington, DE 19803-1441
Delaware Judo & Ju-Jitsu Association Kids classesBJJ / grapplingKarate / taekwondo
4050 Brandywine Pkwy, Wilmington, DE 19803
Karate For Kids Karate / taekwondo
3440 Naamans Rd, Wilmington, DE 19810
KarateUSA Karate / taekwondo
3700 Lancaster Pike, Wilmington, DE 19805-1511
Korean Martial Arts Institute Karate / taekwondo
2419 W Newport Pike, Wilmington, DE 19804-3846
PRO Martial Arts Wilmington Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
4723 Concord Pike, Wilmington, DE 19803-1446
Pat Caputo's American Karate Studio Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
1812 Marsh Rd, Wilmington, DE 19810-4515
Middletown 5
Evolution Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
733 N Broad St, Middletown, DE 19709-1166
Evolution Karate Academy Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
735 N Broad St, Middletown, DE 19709-1166
Frank Family Karate Plus Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
100 W Green St, Middletown, DE 19709-1398
Karate Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
N Cass Street, Middletown, DE 19709
Middletown Karate Academy Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
877 N Broad St, Middletown, DE 19709
Bear 3
American Martial Arts Institute Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
414 Eden Cir, Bear, DE 19701
Perseverance Martial Arts ATA Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondoMMA
613 Governors Pl, Bear, DE 19701-3034
Premier Martial Arts Bear Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
44 Fox Hunt Dr, Bear, DE 19701-2534
🕒 tuesday 8:15 pm - 9:00 pm
Dover 3
Kaizen Karate Academy Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
35 Commerce Way, Dover, DE 19904-5747
Otaku Judo Delaware Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
5 Maggies Way, Dover, DE 19901
Premier Martial Arts Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
132 Greentree Dr, Dover, DE 19904-7648
🕒 monday 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Claymont 2
Mahato Karate Association Karate / taekwondo
3011 Philadelphia Pike, Claymont, DE 19703-2508
Michael Graves Mahato Karate Association's XS Combat Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondo
727 Naamans Rd, Claymont, DE 19703
Milford 2
Agape Fitness & Martial Arts II Karate / taekwondo
207 N Rehoboth Blvd, Milford, DE 19963-1303
🕒 monday - 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Delaware Tang Soo Do Academy Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
34 N Washington St, Milford, DE 19963-1450
Millsboro 2
First State Karate Karate / taekwondo
26089 Long Neck Rd, Millsboro, DE 19966
Millsboro Martial Arts Free trial classKarate / taekwondo
Dodd street &, N Central Alley, Millsboro, DE 19966
Smyrna 2
Flying Dragon Taekwondo Karate / taekwondo
152 S Dupont Blvd, Smyrna, DE 19977-1514
Global Taekwondo Center Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
56 Artisan Dr, Smyrna, DE 19977-3775
🕒 mon : 5:00 pm - 5:45 pm
Bridgeville 1
Dagsboro 1
Hurricane Martial Arts Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
33262 Main St, Dagsboro, DE 19939
Hockessin 1
Cornerstone Martial Arts Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
206 Lantana Dr, Hockessin, DE 19707-8805
Lewes 1
Sussex Karate Academy Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
1632 Savannah Rd, Lewes, DE 19958-1659
Milton 1
Ten Ken Kan Dojo Delaware Branch Karate / taekwondo
622 Mulberry St, Milton, DE 19968-1516
New Castle 1
Selbyville 1
Scudieri Philip M Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
37221 Johnson Rd, Selbyville, DE 19975-3521
Also in Delaware
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Schools24
- Kids Martial Arts Classes40
- MMA Gyms10
- Mixed Martial Arts Gyms and Training5
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.