Boston Budo
“Noah is patient and firm with the kids and really instills a great skillset through the art of martial arts/karate.”
Best Karate Classes in Boston, MA
15 schools listed · 5 in Boston · 1 open 24/7 · 13 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
Modern Taekwondo Center
“The principals they teach the kids starting with respect for their parents and peers.”
Broadway Jiu-Jitsu and Fitness
“Instructor was very friendly and active in coaching the class during drills.”
One Step Beyond Martial Arts Training Center
“Fast forward to two classes a week (soon to be 4 😬), 2 belt tests and now a competition team/weapons (all dull, nothing sharp here), my boys couldn't be happier.”
Citadel Martial Arts
“A very convenient location in downtown Boston and a great atmosphere if you're looking for a gritty, hard-working gym environment.”
Krav Maga Yashir
“Gershon is a terrific instructor that combines real world situation instruction with the psychology behind the solutions.”
Karate schools listed for Boston, MA fill the 15 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: Boston, MA
5 of the 15 schools we list are based in Boston; the other 10 serve Boston from towns including Woburn (12 mi), Brookline (3 mi) and Somerville (5 mi). The schools on this page are rated from 4.5 to 5.0 across 1,077 reviews; 8 have 50 or more reviews. When students and parents rate these schools on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (90%), quality (88%) and communication (80%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "confidence", "community" and "skills". 1 is open around the clock; 13 are open on Saturdays and 3 on Sundays. 6 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 14 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 47 years. 2 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 15 of the schools on this page; 14 publish a contact page; 12 list a public email and 5 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 email karate schools listed for Boston first?
An email address is published by 12 of the 15 schools here. Email suits the awkward questions: which style is taught, who takes the junior class, what a trial involves. You get an answer you can reread, rather than a hurried call while a class is running.
DW Kim's US Tae Kwon Do
“5 years old daughter enjoys every class”
Apex Defense Waltham
“Highly recommend taking this course through Apex Defense.”
Brazilian Martial Arts Center
“Excellent martial arts and really chill group”
Pedro's Judo Center
“Great school I've learned a lot and I must say the atmosphere is perfect they have created a great program for all your judo needs truly an honor to be part of Pedro's Judo fyi been training -5 months going on 6”
Florian Martial Arts Center
“I have greatly enjoy all the classes I have attended and have noticed a lot of progress in the 3 months I have been training.”
Metro West Academy of Jiu-Jitsu
“It is a great friendly atmosphere and my son looks forward to coming here.”
Bushido Martial Arts Academy
“Sensei Bobby has been so understanding and accommodating with scheduling for my 2 children.”
Ku's Taekwondo Academy
“Master Ku didn't just taught them the techniques but also teach them How to be a better person and be respectful at home and everywhere they go.”
Zhen Ren Chuan Martial Arts
“I would highly recommend checking this place out if you are considering martial arts for yourself or your child.”
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about schools in and near Boston
- “They give each student the confidence to believe in themselves and the skills they need to succeed in life via Taekwondo .” — from a review of Modern Taekwondo Center
- “Great environment, and great people. They lent me a gi to hop in a class and drill afterward.” — from a review of Broadway Jiu-Jitsu and Fitness
- “The level of instruction here is such that one will quickly gain a sense of confidence and knowledge about potentially violent situations that will give them an edge over those may wish to do them harm.” — from a review of Krav Maga Yashir
- “Great training facility with wonderful instructors. Exactly what my son and I were in search of, give it a try!” — from a review of Modern Taekwondo Center
Excerpts from public reviews of the schools listed on this page.
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