Double Dose Muay Thai and Fitness
“The coaches take the time to actually teach and correct you, which makes a huge difference.”
Best Karate Classes in Fontana, CA
15 schools listed · 5 in Fontana · 10 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Claycomb Karate & Kickboxing
“He said master Michael and Joseph are both passionate about Karate, and also sharing beliefs of continuous learning, improving and striving to the BEST potential”
Aguirre's Fighting System
“I finally finished the 7 station, 4 rounds session in one hour and felt both exhausted and accomplished.”
Sm's Fontana Karate
“I just signed up my daughter she's 5 years old and she absolutely loves it very welcoming and super excited for her to continue this journey.”
Evolution Muay Thai Martial Science
“Have been extremely grateful for the skills I have learned so far with coach Joe and his team.”
Usko Training
“Amazing dojo, very family orientated would highly recommend for anyone from ages five and older!”
Karate schools listed for Fontana, CA 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: Fontana, CA
5 of the 15 schools we list are based in Fontana; the other 10 serve Fontana from Riverside (12 mi), Rancho Cucamonga (6 mi) and Upland (12 mi). The schools on this page are rated from 4.5 to 5.0 across 851 reviews; 7 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "confidence", "skills" and "atmosphere". 10 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 12 websites of the schools on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1998. 1 is family- or locally-owned and 4 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 15 of the schools on this page; 13 publish a contact page; 11 list a public email and 2 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 Fontana?
Bookings are taken through their own sites by 2 of the 15 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.
Top Stars Martial Arts
“An amazing place to take your kids or anyone really everyone is amazing and you will have a great experience and learn a lot”
Defense Arts Center
“He is not just teaching the "moves" , he is teaching the meaning behind everything”
Jeff Speakman's Kenpo 5.0 Riverside
“The instructors are all very helpful and the place has more of a family feel than a business Micheal and Angela are awesome!!”
Dave Hopkins Kung Fu San Soo
“Awesome place, the coaches are great, my son been coming twice a week for 18 months now and loves it”
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Chozen Martial Arts
“Great dojo with amazing sensei's who genuinely care about your child's overall progress.”
Power Of One Martial Arts Of Upland
“PO1 has been always there for us, checking in on us and we will continue to be a part of this family as my youngest just started and loves it!!!”
JV Jiu Jitsu Rancho Cucamonga
“He also happens to be a dentist like me and recommended Javi for his teaching skills as well as the environment he (Javi) sets in making sure students don't get hurt.”
Red Dragon Karate Upland
“He builds confidence, pushes students to do their best, and consistently teaches beyond expectations.”
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Self Defense Fit Lab
“Cliff and his staff are the perfect blend of instructors in that they push you hard and teach you a lot, but they make it so fun too.”
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about schools in and near Fontana
- “Everyone here is so welcoming and kind to one another, definitely the best dojo ever and the best sensei.” — from a review of Sm's Fontana Karate
- “Very supportive and likeminded. I would def recommend this dojo/academy to anyone (young or old!) looking to make serious life changes, to come try the free week trial!” — from a review of Claycomb Karate & Kickboxing
- “What an amazing experience. He went into the dojo a very timid and shy boy and is now confident and self assured.” — from a review of Red Dragon Karate Upland
- “I love the environment and the motivation given to us as we do our best and sweat it out for an hour!” — from a review of Power Of One Martial Arts Of Upland
- “My daughter started taking karate here about 8-9 months ago, and it has been nothing but a positive experience.” — from a review of Usko Training
Excerpts from public reviews of the schools listed on this page.
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