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Best Karate Classes in Bradenton, FL

24 schools listed · 7 in Bradenton · 7 open weekends · 22 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 18, 2026

Kickin' It Karate & Fitness Bradenton / Lakewood Ranch FL

Kickin' It Karate & Fitness Bradenton / Lakewood Ranch FL

(43)
“I am the most nervous of people when it comes to my son being around people I don't know but from day 1 I just felt a sense of comfort that my son is protected, having fun and learning a lot.”
Free trial classSince 2017Family-ownedPrices online
7323 52nd Pl E, Bradenton, FL
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Lakewood Ranch Taekwondo

Lakewood Ranch Taekwondo

(43)
“Master Craig and Master Cindy are very professional, knowledgeable and just overall good people who made him feel comfortable and confident from day one.”
Since 2011
9664 FL-64, Bradenton, FL
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Hwa Rang Traditional Taekwon-Do Center

Hwa Rang Traditional Taekwon-Do Center

(9)
“The higher ranked students are fantastic with helping the younger students and Chris is a fantastic leader of his students; he teaches with strength and also gives them considerate encouragement ...”
Since 2014Prices online
4520 FL-64, Bradenton, FL
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Triumph Martial Arts

Triumph Martial Arts

(12)
“Granted, not many tried out, but in the end, she gets mat time with higher ranked black and brown belts and is learning things she wouldn't normally learn at her current level.”
Since 2018
4725 Lena Rd #107, Bradenton, FL
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Tang Martial Arts Center

Tang Martial Arts Center

(11)
“It's a lot of hard work and perseverance that will challenge you in ways you may not have expected out of a Kung Fu school but you'll walk away with lessons you'll take with you for the rest of your life, even a creed that I still say internally in c...”
Trial class $20Since 1995
5706 Manatee Ave W, Bradenton, FL
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Goshin Jujitsu of Lakewood Ranch

Goshin Jujitsu of Lakewood Ranch

(6)
“There is no other martial arts school like this locally.”
Since 2015
5107 Lena Rd #112, Bradenton, FL
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Karate schools listed for Bradenton, FL 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: Bradenton, FL

7 of the 24 schools we list are based in Bradenton; the other 17 serve Bradenton from towns including Sarasota (11 mi), St. Petersburg (22 mi) and Palmetto (2 mi). The schools on this page are rated from 4.1 to 5.0 across 1,048 reviews; 8 have 50 or more reviews and 22 are rated 4.5 or higher. When students and parents rate these schools on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (91%), quality (91%) and communication (84%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "skills", "atmosphere" and "confidence". 7 are open on Saturdays. 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 19 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 39 years. 1 is family- or locally-owned and 5 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 24 of the schools on this page; 14 publish a contact page; 18 list a public email and 4 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 Bradenton first?

An email address is published by 18 of the 24 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.

Gladiator Dojo LLC

Gladiator Dojo LLC

(1)
“He loves the martial arts and his students!”
Since 2016
5639 Manatee Ave W Suite #C, Bradenton, FL
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Red Tiger Martial Arts

Red Tiger Martial Arts

(49)
“I consider that Red Tiger is more than a Taekwondo school, they take care of your children, they teach them to take care of themselves, to trust, to protect themselves.”
Coupons & offersBBB A+Since 2007
Sarasota, FL · 11 mi from Bradenton
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Clark's Self Defense

Clark's Self Defense

(9)
“I would highly recommend it if you're considering self-defense training, multi-discipline martial arts training, or simply after school exercise and motivation!”
Free trial classCoupons & offersSince 1999Online lessons
Sarasota, FL · 11 mi from Bradenton
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Sarasota BJJ / Six Blades Jiu Jitsu

Sarasota BJJ / Six Blades Jiu Jitsu

(50)
“I've lived all around the country and have had the opportunity to train at great schools like Gracie Barra, Relson Gracie, Royce Gracie, the Machado brothers, and Alliance.”
Since 2015
Sarasota, FL · 11 mi from Bradenton
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Gracie Jiu Jitsu Sarasota Academy

Gracie Jiu Jitsu Sarasota Academy

(18)
“Brian has been a great mentor who has taught me phenomenal jujitsu mechanics but also continues to assist all of our students to grow in our Jujitsu journey.”
Free trial classSince 2018
Sarasota, FL · 11 mi from Bradenton
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Shuhari Martial Arts

Shuhari Martial Arts

(17)
“And while I enjoy each of them for different reasons, I can promise you, you will never find another instructor as passionate and knowledgeable as Mark Baker.”
Ages 5–1427+ years
Sarasota, FL · 11 mi from Bradenton
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Bibbins Tae Kwon Do

Bibbins Tae Kwon Do

(30)
“I can honestly say they enjoy what they do with the kids, your son or daughter will definitely come out accomplished and most importantly knowing self defense.”
Since 2015
Palmetto, FL · 2 mi from Bradenton
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Sarasota Karate Club

Sarasota Karate Club

(3)
“Sensi April demonstrates how much she cares about her craft and upholds the true progression of learning while moving up through the belts.”
Ages 6–12Since 2015
Sarasota, FL · 11 mi from Bradenton
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Suncoast Taekwondo & Yoga

Suncoast Taekwondo & Yoga

(5)
“And they have an awesome competition team!”
Coupons & offersSince 2012
Sarasota, FL · 11 mi from Bradenton
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Oh's Martial Arts

Oh's Martial Arts

(50)
“OH'S Martial Arts spends quality time teaching the kids what respect, confidence, self control, focus and perseverance mean and how it will make them better humans.”
Trial class $19Ages 3–12Since 1990Coupons & offers
Seminole, FL · 28 mi from Bradenton
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Bushido Karate Academy

Bushido Karate Academy

(50)
“Regardless, my wife and I were impressed with the production and general operation of Bushido Academy and we hope to get our son in class after some degree of normality returns.”
Ages 13–16Since 2003Online lessons
Pinellas Park, FL · 27 mi from Bradenton
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Ninja Academy of Martial Arts

Ninja Academy of Martial Arts

(49)
“He has a great team and is able to resonate with the kids, mixing fun activities with practical and effective MMA training, particularly with the younger ones that have a harder time at the beginning of their training journey.”
Since 2018
Saint Petersburg, FL · 22 mi from Bradenton
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Tampa Bay Martial Arts Academy

Tampa Bay Martial Arts Academy

(7)
“The structure and discipline have been wonderful in helping their character development.”
Free trial classOnline lessonsCoupons & offersSince 2001
Gibsonton, FL · 27 mi from Bradenton
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Victory Martial Arts Academy Apollo Beach

Victory Martial Arts Academy Apollo Beach

(46)
“From the second we called to find out the schedule, threw moment we stepped inside of the school, till the end of the class- everyone were super friendly and happy.”
Free trial classAges 3–6Since 2013
Apollo Beach, FL · 22 mi from Bradenton
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Mike Price's Martial Arts & Fitness

Mike Price's Martial Arts & Fitness

(30)
“This is a fantastic business that I would absolutely recommend to anyone who is looking to join a community of people who are all attempting to improve themselves physically.”
Trial class $20Ages 5–6Since 2004
Saint Petersburg, FL · 22 mi from Bradenton
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Sidekicks Family Martial Arts Center

Sidekicks Family Martial Arts Center

(34)
“The instructors are amazing with the children and for the adult classes the variety of instructors keep the classes challenging and each have their own style to make the classes their own.”
Since 2018
Lithia, FL · 33 mi from Bradenton
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Transform Martial Arts

Transform Martial Arts

(19)
“I attended Trautweins ATA when I was younger for about 5 years and I couldn't thank them enough for all the life lessons they taught me from the time I was there.”
Ages 4–12Free exclusive offerSince 2003
Sarasota, FL · 11 mi from Bradenton
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Lee's Traditional Taekwondo

Lee's Traditional Taekwondo

(5)
“They have a great after care service where children spend their time in a positive environment doing their assignments for school and getting a workout.”
Free trial classAges 3–5Since 2010
Sarasota, FL · 11 mi from Bradenton
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Why these companies made our list

What students and parents say about schools in Bradenton

  • “I have seen my daughter develop physically and mentally over our time at the academy, giving her improved confidence and discipline.” — from a review of Lakewood Ranch Taekwondo
  • “My kids absolutely love going to karate. The instructors are amazing and so wonderful with the kids.” — from a review of Triumph Martial Arts
  • “Everyone is nice, helpful, motivating and experienced. One of the best bang for buck places for fitness training, self protection, karate and jiu jitsu at all levels.” — from a review of Kickin' It Karate & Fitness Bradenton / Lakewood Ranch FL
  • “My son loves coming to class and aspires to become a black belt.” — from a review of Lakewood Ranch Taekwondo

Excerpts from public reviews of the schools listed on this page.

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