Ucelo Martial Arts Glendale
“The place is full of lots of nice people and you will be taught well and learn new skills every day”
Best Karate Classes in Glendale, AZ
15 schools listed · 7 in Glendale · 12 open weekends · 14 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Arrowhead Martial Arts Academy
“Our son has been part of Arrowhead Martial Arts Academy for about 2 months and has grown more than we thought was possible.”
Tiger Rock Martial Arts of Glendale
“They take so much pride in the facility and teaching of Tae Kwon Do.”
Uneed Martial Arts
“My son is typically quiet and reserved, but when he comes here he comes out of his shell and interacts with the teachers and other kids.”
Attitude First Martial Arts Academy
“A safe place to provide an energy outlet, while also teaching life lessons and creating TRUE confidence, work ethic, discipline, and respectful leadership for their peers.”
Tim Hope Academy of Martial Arts
“This academy not only provides quality training to Kids but also train them mentally and inculcates positive attitude”
Karate schools listed for Glendale, AZ 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: Glendale, AZ
7 of the 15 schools we list are based in Glendale; the other 8 serve Glendale from towns including Peoria (15 mi), Phoenix (8 mi) and Tolleson (10 mi). The schools on this page are rated from 4.4 to 5.0 across 1,085 reviews; 10 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 professionalism (92%), communication (90%) and quality (87%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "confidence" and "atmosphere". 11 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. Domain records put 10 websites of the schools on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2001. 2 are 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; 12 publish a contact page; 13 list a public email and 1 takes 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 Glendale first?
An email address is published by 13 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.
Arizona Shotokan Karate
“I have been going to this dojo for 5 months now and look forward to going everyday.”
Far East Martial Arts & Fitness
“He is deaf, so he is comfortable in very few places with other hearing kids, but since his first day, they made him feel welcome and more importantly, included.”
Ki-Senshi Martial Arts
“The senseis are very professional and the environment is very family oriented.”
United Kung Fu
“The 4 ladies leading the class there were very helpful and I cannot wait to take another class there”
Legendary Martial Arts
“Every person I have met there is super friendly and respectful to the parents, patient with the children and helps to develop skills in each child that steps foot in that building.”
Peoria Martial Arts Center
“PMAC is the place to bring your kids if you are looking for lots of fun and some much needed skills.”
Peoria Championship Martial Arts LLC
“My boys have been attending Peoria Championship Martial Arts since September 2021 and they have loved every second of it.”
Ucelo Martial Arts Phoenix
“This is an awesome place to bring your kids or yourself to learn the discipline, respect, and honor of martial arts.”
Destiny Martial Arts Academy
“Not only is it a great way for my son to move his body, but they do an OUTSTANDING job teaching focus, respect, and discipline.”
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about schools in and near Glendale
- “I have thoroughly enjoyed my experience as a member of this dojo, appreciating the familial atmosphere and the positive impact it has had on my child's character and confidence.” — from a review of Ucelo Martial Arts Glendale
- “Our boys have been attending this dojo for 7 months and they love it.” — from a review of Uneed Martial Arts
- “This is a wonderful class and has taught my son confidence and respect as well as given him a place to have fun and burn energy!” — from a review of Ucelo Martial Arts Phoenix
- “Been here for almost 11 years now at this dojo, it has helped me with discipline, respect, and patience.” — from a review of Ucelo Martial Arts Phoenix
Excerpts from public reviews of the schools listed on this page.
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