Best Karate Classes near Glastonbury, CT

2 of these schools are based in Glastonbury; the others serve Glastonbury from towns including Cromwell (8 mi), Newington (9 mi) and Vernon (11 mi).

13 open weekends · 14 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 16, 2026

Elite Karate & Krav Maga

Elite Karate & Krav Maga

4.7 11 reviews
“After the first year I started taking the my fit defense class and wish I had started sooner.”
Coupons & offersSince 2017
1005 Hebron Ave
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Kid Martial Arts

Kid Martial Arts

5.0 8 reviews
“He has a very calm and engaging approach, and my son loves his class.”
2217 New London Turnpike
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Plus One Defense Systems

Plus One Defense Systems

4.9 48 reviews
“I was going there for 3 years now I love the gym and people or friendly”
Free trial classCoupons & offersFrom $129/moBBB A+Since 2005
West Hartford, CT · 12 mi from Glastonbury
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Thornton Martial Arts and Fitness

Thornton Martial Arts and Fitness

5.0 49 reviews
“I've learned so much being here and I can't wait to see where this team goes in the future!”
Since 2012
East Hartford, CT · 6 mi from Glastonbury
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Underdog Mixed Martial Arts

Underdog Mixed Martial Arts

5.0 49 reviews
“I've been training here for over 4 months and would definitely recommend for anyone who wants to get into weightlifting, increase strength, and improve endurance under an eye of an experienced coach.”
Since 2017
West Hartford, CT · 12 mi from Glastonbury
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Yang's U S Taekwondo

Yang's U S Taekwondo

4.7 47 reviews
“It's very good they teach me a lot of cool moves to defend my self one day from something bad and we do some really cool stuff like breaking boards and races and a lot more!”
Since 2019
New Britain, CT · 12 mi from Glastonbury
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Karate schools listed for Glastonbury, CT 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: Glastonbury, CT

The 15 schools on this page are rated from 4.4 to 5.0 across 542 reviews; 4 have 50 or more reviews and 14 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "atmosphere" and "confidence". 13 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 7 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 29 years. 3 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 14 of the schools on this page; 12 publish a contact page; 10 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 Glastonbury first?

An email address is published by 10 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.

Connecticut Kenpo Karate

Connecticut Kenpo Karate

5.0 14 reviews
“It builds confidence and teaches defense but also they learn so much about building character, commitment, health, coordination, and they have fun.”
Coupons & offersBBB accreditedSince 2000
Newington, CT · 9 mi from Glastonbury
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Top Taekwondo Academy

Top Taekwondo Academy

5.0 21 reviews
“I am very happy to have chosen a dojo with great instructors and people!”
Since 2019
Vernon, CT · 11 mi from Glastonbury
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White Tiger School of Taekwon-do

White Tiger School of Taekwon-do

4.4 9 reviews
“Kids learn real skills and are not just pushed through belts and testing based on time attended.”
Ages 4–11Since 1994
Manchester, CT · 6 mi from Glastonbury
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Okinawa Karate Uechi Style

Okinawa Karate Uechi Style

5.0 2 reviews
“Great Grand master, great staff along with a wonderful atmosphere.”
Free trial classFrom $140/moSince 2012
Hartford, CT · 9 mi from Glastonbury
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Hidden Dragon Karate

Hidden Dragon Karate

5.0 3 reviews
“They have treated her well since day one and she has learned so much in the past few months”
Since 2004
Vernon, CT · 11 mi from Glastonbury
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Salerni Dojo Kyokushin Karate LLC

Salerni Dojo Kyokushin Karate LLC

5.0 13 reviews
“Karate teaches discipline, respect, and confidence and the Kyokushin style also promotes stamina and strength.”
Free trial classAges 5–9
Cromwell, CT · 8 mi from Glastonbury
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Warrior's Path Karate

Warrior's Path Karate

5.0 2 reviews
“PEOPLE of all ages can learn from him.”
Since 2019
East Hampton, CT · 8 mi from Glastonbury
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Champions Karate School

Champions Karate School

4.7 10 reviews
“Any martial artist knows that there are basics that need to be mastered, but when I walk into Champions there is professionalism and comfort of never ending support.”
Since 2013
Cromwell, CT · 8 mi from Glastonbury
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Kaze-Kai (Traditional Japanese Karate-do)

Kaze-Kai (Traditional Japanese Karate-do)

5.0 3 reviews
“They are great with teaching kids of all ages.”
Since 2019
Newington, CT · 9 mi from Glastonbury
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