Mormando Martial Arts System
“This school was a good fit for us: perfect mix of discipline patience, and flexibility.”
Best Karate Classes in Brooklyn, NY
23 schools listed · all 23 in Brooklyn · 18 open weekends · 21 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 28, 2026
Goshin Ryu Martial Arts & Fitness
“Sensei Luis Ruiz is a great mentor and we are very lucky to have him.”
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Elite Martial Arts of Brooklyn
“I signed my 4year old son in the class and it has been the best.”
Brooklyn Martial Arts
“It's the best BJJ school in Brooklyn and Professor Lawson is not only a great teacher but a great person as well”
Johnny Karate NYC
“It truly feels like home, you feel comfortable and feels like you're part of a family.”
Champions Martial Arts Sunset Park
“My 3 children and myself were members of Champions Martial Arts and we had a blast and my children learned so much.”
Karate schools listed for Brooklyn, NY fill the 23 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: Brooklyn, NY
All 23 schools we list here are in Brooklyn itself. We have 30 schools in Brooklyn on file; this page shows the highest-rated 23. The schools on this page are rated from 4.3 to 5.0 across 1,244 reviews; 8 have 50 or more reviews and 21 are rated 4.5 or higher. When students and parents rate these schools on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (80%), quality (78%) and value (76%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "atmosphere" and "confidence". 14 are open on Saturdays and 9 on Sundays. 17 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 61 years. 1 is family- or locally-owned and 3 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 22 of the schools on this page; 17 publish a contact page; 16 list a public email and 5 take bookings online. We count these figures across the schools on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the school before you enroll.
Can I email karate schools listed for Brooklyn first?
An email address is published by 16 of the 23 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.
Champions Sports Center
“There no words to describe this place it to good for words”
Fight Factory
“Fight factor is one of the best boxing clubs in Brooklyn, New York and I don't regret bringing my child to learn them.”
Darfight Martial Arts
“Excellent school, both of my sons and nephew attending it, progress of training there for 8 months is unbelievable.”
Champions Martial Arts Bay Ridge 1
“Great place to learn respect, discipline, gain confidence while learning taekwondo and having fun doing it!”
Binns Victory Martial Arts
“It works very well in giving you or your kids s very good foundation, and it's been here, in the neighborhood, for lots of years doing good work.”
Borodin Corporation
“Amazing Sensei, kids are having tons of fun, getting more confident in themselves, getting stronger.”
Zarko Academy: the Premier Mixed Martial Arts
“Class sizes are perfect and he really devotes his time and patience to each person individually.”
EP System Self-Defense Club
“He demonstrates the patience to help them grow and learn self-defense and good ethics.”
Frum Karate Martial Arts Flatbush/Midwood/Marine Park
“He has the talent, patience, and the know-how, to make the children feel good about themselves.”
Bay Ridge Karate
“I liked the way the classes are taught and how professional the Sensei Neff is.”
Kokoro Karate & Fitness Center
“I was able to learn so much in such a short period of time, and I can't wait to go back for the next class.”
Zen Goju Temple
“Zen Goju restored my confidence and helped me become the best version of myself!!!”
New York City Taekwondo
“The owner is the best teacher and I love sending my 6 year old here.”
Neglia's Karate Academy
“Im loving every minute of my training.”
Hoteikan Dojo
“Excellent teachers and top of the line training in a very safe environment!”
Mushin Dojo
“It's a good place to start your martial arts career, the instructor is great with kids and the classes are small.”
Greenpoint Shotokan Karate
“They offer Karate courses and some cardio kickboxing which I love as well.”
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about schools in Brooklyn
- “From the moment I walked through the dojo's doors, I was greeted with warm smiles and a welcoming atmosphere that instantly put me at ease.” — from a review of Hoteikan Dojo
- “Every instructor is amazing with kids. They instill the perfect balance of discipline, integrity and fun into the study of karate.” — from a review of Johnny Karate NYC
- “Master Lee is an excellent teacher and has the patience and ability to deal with every boy or girl.” — from a review of Champions Martial Arts Sunset Park
- “The professionalism and expertise of the instructors at Hoteikan Dojo are truly commendable.” — from a review of Hoteikan Dojo
- “Our whole family trains at Johnny Karate. It's a great dojo for both kids and adults, with a great community.” — from a review of Johnny Karate NYC
Excerpts from public reviews of the schools listed on this page.
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