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Zombie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and MMA
- Classes
- Morning
- Train
“I say family and not gym/academy because everyone who's a member really does make you feel like family and all of it is thanks to the instructor and owner Jeremy.”
Best Karate Classes in Allentown, PA
24 schools listed · 4 in Allentown · 20 open weekends · all 24 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 21, 2026
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Padilla Bjj
- Atmosphere
“On day one, these girls struggled to perform basic drills, and with only a few months of training under the best, they were pulling out technical moves like they were competing in the UFC.”
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Hoover Karate Academy
“My family was actively training at another Martial Arts school for several years and we've had a wonderful experience, but felt it was time to venture out to see what else we could learn and found HKA.”
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Genbukan Kobushi Dojo
“She's high functioning autistic and loves it there.”
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Aikido Masters Self Defense Academy
- Confident
- Learn
- Book
“It's a very friendly family oriented environment the cost is very reasonable for those parents who can't afford to pay for expensive lessons compared to other places I have been to especially with increased cost of living they also hold nerf war part...”
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Impulse Martial Arts
- Knowledge
“The Sensi's continuous training with his own teachers, helps make his knowledge and understanding of the martial arts always evolve, which betters the impulse students.”
Karate schools listed for Allentown, PA fill the 24 cards on this page. The style each one teaches, its junior classes and its grading schedule are taken from its own website, alongside public review scores.
Area overview: Allentown, PA
4 of the 24 schools we list are based in Allentown; the other 20 serve Allentown from towns including Reading (30 mi), Whitehall (4 mi) and Harleysville (22 mi). The schools on this page are rated from 4.7 to 5.0 across 902 reviews; 6 have 50 or more reviews. When students and parents rate these schools on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (92%), quality (85%) and value (73%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "atmosphere", "knowledge" and "skills". 20 are open on Saturdays and 3 on Sundays. Domain records put 16 websites of the schools on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1997. 5 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 24 of the schools on this page; 17 publish a contact page; 20 list a public email and 6 take bookings online. We count these figures across the schools on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the school before you enroll.
Can I book a karate trial online with schools listed for Allentown?
Bookings are taken through their own sites by 6 of the 24 schools. When you book, say your age and whether you have trained before, since the beginner group and the main class are often different hours. Confirm which one you are walking into.
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Action Karate Whitehall
“The travel was worth it, we love tge instructors at Quakertown it was soo sad to even think about leaving, but when I got a new job in 2023 the struggle to get to Quakertown was very tiresome after school and work.”
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Prime Martial Arts
“If you are looking for an dojo where your child can walk away from each class learning a new life skill ALONG with self defense techniques, I promise this is place!”
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Lehigh Valley Martial Arts: Emmaus
“Teachers and students go out of their way to make a supportive and safe environment to practice martial arts in and all of this has led to a profoundly positive change in my life.”
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Coopersburg Karate Academy
“Of course, your kids can take classes without you in the classes, but it was very empowering to learn how to defend myself.”
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Next Level Martial Arts
“As a 2nd Degree Black Belt in Shaolin Tiger-Crane Kung Fu with alot of experience in Point Fighting, some experience in Full Contact and some experience in Western Boxing as a teenager, it's good to see my my grandson's working with the pads & bags u...”
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Hellfish Mixed Martial Arts
- Instruction
- Teach
- Muay Thai
“The classes are just the right size, not too big so you don't feel like a number, where you're still able to get personalized training/tips/advice from Tim and the other instructors during class.”
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Amerikick
- Class
- Kickboxing
- Karate
“They teach important lessons about self-defense, doing one's best, respect for others, and even how to deal with schoolyard bullies in a non-violent way.”
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Harleysville BJJ
- Passion
- Striking
- Atmosphere
“Rosendo and all the instructors are great; they are detailed, thorough and will take the time to work with anyone, regardless of skill or experience level.”
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U.S. Family Martial Arts
- Son
“Bullying is a major issue and problem in our schools and affects more children than most parents realize, and Kurt and the US family Martial Arts understand this with their own training and in their profession everyday.”
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Noh Shi Martial Arts
- Sensei
- Karate
- Classes
“Not only have they gained confidence, learned great techniques in self defense, but also have became part of a family and have made friends that I'm sure they'll have forever.”
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Heilman Karate Academy Inc
- Mechanics
- Iaido
- Share
“It is difficult at first, but if you find the strength and time to pour into it, the HKA will transform you into an all around better and sharper minded person.”
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Kyokushin Fight Club
- Karate
- Price
- Sensei
“Sensei Justin is very knowledgeable about martial arts and being one of the only kyokushin schools around; it's fortunate that the quality of his school is as great as it is”
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Shuto Karate Club Sellersville
- Self-Defense
- Traditional
- Adult
“Everyone there makes it a wonderful training experience!”
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Ganster Karate System
“I'm very grateful to have found my new home with great people to continue my practices and journey as a Black Belt.”
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Villari's Self Defense Center
“My son loves the instructor.”
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Fields' Karate
“He allows several levels in one class which is a great way for the more novice kids to learn from the higher levels and for the higher levels to practice what they've been taught by teaching others.”
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Method Karate
“Great place!!”
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American Tang Soo Do
“There are other schools, but this art of Tang Soo Do and the instructors here at ATSD, will respectfully push and reward you with results that can be seen and felt and take with you or your child on your/ their life journey.”
Karate Training Services in Allentown, PA Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$89
Maximum cost
$416
National Average
$119
Avg Per Hour Rates
$54
$95
$214
Fair price range is based on 410 cost profiles
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