Bushido-Kai
“6/5 if I could rate it that owner is very friendly great prices newly opened give them a shot if you want to learn self defense”
Best Karate Classes near Framingham, MA
1 of these schools is based in Framingham; the others serve Framingham from towns including Natick (4 mi), Waltham (11 mi) and Watertown (14 mi).
12 open weekends · 14 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
Certain Victory Martial Arts & Fitness
“This place has been amazing 👏 for my daughter and Master Rich has done a great job teaching my daughter martial arts, persistence, and how to work hard towards achieving goals.”
Apex Defense Waltham
“The comprehensive curriculum at Apex Defense is not only about physical self-defense techniques but also includes vital lessons on situational awareness, conflict resolution, and the importance of mental and emotional strength.”
Peter Pippos Karate Center
““I love going to Peter Pippos because they teach us self defense, we do lots of drills and play fun games,” our 6 year old who's been going for a year now.”
Real Martial Arts
“My children have learned very quickly that the level of respect, responsibility and positive behaviors they practice in martial arts are valuable to use in their everyday lives.”
Metro West Academy of Jiu-Jitsu
“Paul, Allison, and the entire staff are great with kids of all ages.”
Karate schools listed for Framingham, 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: Framingham, MA
The 15 schools on this page are rated from 4.3 to 5.0 across 1,008 reviews; 6 have 50 or more reviews and 14 are rated 4.5 or higher. When students and parents rate these schools on specific qualities, they most often praise quality (79%), professionalism (75%) and value (68%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "skills" and "confidence". 10 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. 8 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 13 websites of the schools on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2001. 1 offers a free trial or consultation and 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 15 of the schools on this page; 12 publish a contact page; 12 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 book a karate trial online with schools listed for Framingham?
Bookings are taken through their own sites by 4 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.
Bushido Martial Arts Academy
“Ive always marveled at Bobby's patience when dealing with so many kids but he seems to have a way with them.”
United Shaolin Kempo Karate
“I am very blessed to have them both as my teachers and for my kids to have them as well.”
Theodorou Academy of Jiu Jitsu
“Everything you need in a well rounded martial art!”
Massdojo
“This is one of the best DOJO in MA and I am sure the kind of attention student gets here is unmatched.”
Metrowest Tang Soo Do
“The total number of years of martial arts experience amongst the instructors is staggering, most of whom also have had their own kids train at the school over the years.”
Villari's Martial Arts of Natick
“My son has been coming to Villari's for 5 years and he loves it.”
Mac Donald Academy of Martial Arts
“The Mac Donald's are superb teachers and are all around good people.”
Velocity Martial Arts / Fitness Center
“My son has really enjoyed and really improved his practice of karate with Shihan Eric at his studio.”
Cormier's Self Defense Academy
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about schools near Framingham
- “We absolutely love this dojo! It is so welcoming of all kids and abilities, inspires confidence, and teaches great skills.” — from a review of Bushido Martial Arts Academy
- “Very pleased with this business. The owners are very easy to work with and my son has continued to love going to this dojo.” — from a review of Certain Victory Martial Arts & Fitness
- “The instructors are incredible and very knowledgeable. My sons have learned so much besides karate including respect, leadership skills, good sportsmanship and gained new friends in the process.” — from a review of Metrowest Tang Soo Do
- “Shihan Eric is very attentive, gives specific instructions, and approaches children in a calm and friendly but no non-sense manner.” — from a review of Velocity Martial Arts / Fitness Center
- “The teachers are friendly and you won't find a more affordable karate school in the area.” — from a review of United Shaolin Kempo Karate
Excerpts from public reviews of the schools listed on this page.
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