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Best Karate Classes near Hempstead, NY
These schools serve Hempstead from nearby bases in towns including Hicksville, East Rockaway and Lynbrook.
15 schools listed · 14 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 28, 2026
Busto's Martial Arts
“I am proud to be part of a Plainview martial arts school that genuinely cares about its students, supports local families and helps create confident, respectful leaders for tomorrow.”
Taecole Tae Kwon Do & Fitness
“Master Messina and the entire team at Taecole have taken martial arts instruction to another level by prioritizing safety, student engagement, and genuine personal growth.”
Okinawa Karate Kobudo Kai
“Currently enrolled my kids, this last month I have seen the positive impact the dojo has had on them.”
MAX Martial Arts & Fitness
“Great instructors who use positive reinforcement to encourage kids to work hard.”
Go For It Martial Arts
“My son has been enrolled to GoForIt Karate school Igor almost 6 months, he loves to go and has been learning a lot of skills and behaviors!”
Karate schools listed for Hempstead, NY 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: Hempstead, NY
The 15 schools on this page are rated from 4.8 to 5.0 across 1,309 reviews; 13 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "confidence", "skills" and "atmosphere". 13 are open on Saturdays and 5 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 2001. 2 are family- or locally-owned and 3 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 15 of the schools on this page; 6 publish a contact page; 9 list a public email and 2 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.
When are karate dojos listed for Hempstead busiest?
Busy-times charts appear on 7 of the 15 listings. They show Saturdays around midday as the busiest and weekdays around midday as the quietest. A quiet slot on the chart can mean a small class with plenty of correction, or a night the dojo is closed.
Masters Martial Arts
“The skills and structure my boys have gained extend far beyond learning Taekwondo, helping them build confidence, discipline, and valuable life skills.”
East Coast MMA & Fitness
“I've been sending my kids to East coast for a little over a year now and I could not be happier!”
Butch's Boxing & MMA
“They just have awesome and fun way of connecting with the children and encouraging team work and cooperation while learning important self defense techniques.”
New Generation Karate
“Love the discipline, life skills and stranger danger tips being taught here!”
Steven's Karate Academy
“Sensei Steven is a great teacher and my 4 year old son is loving each class!”
The Karate Academy of Long Island
“Besides the kicks and punches, I personally like the way instructors talk to the kids about respect and discipline.”
Charles Water Karate & Fitness
“He broke down techniques and concepts so I could easily understand them and he did it in the most friendly and efficient manner.”
First Battalion MMA and Fitness
“He makes sure everyone gets their reps in and pays attention to each person equally — no favoritism, just solid coaching for all”
Jeff Hunt Traditional Shotokan Karate Inc.
“Most importantly, if you are in need of an outstanding community leader, teacher, role model and martial arts instructor, JEFF HUNT is most certainly your guy!”
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What students and parents say about schools near Hempstead
- “My daughter looks forward to every session, and I’ve seen a noticeable improvement in her focus, respect, and overall confidence both inside and outside the dojo.” — from a review of Jeff Hunt Traditional Shotokan Karate Inc.
- “The atmosphere is welcoming, and the students are encouraged to grow not just in karate skills but also in character.” — from a review of New Generation Karate
- “Friendly and skilled instructors. The adult classes give you a hard and complete workout.” — from a review of The Karate Academy of Long Island
- “They have an incredible gift for teaching, making sure that every student—regardless of age or skill level—is challenged, supported, and engaged.” — from a review of Busto's Martial Arts
- “From day one, the instructor has been incredibly patient, professional, and genuinely invested in each student’s growth—not just in karate, but in confidence and discipline as well.” — from a review of Jeff Hunt Traditional Shotokan Karate Inc.
Excerpts from public reviews of the schools listed on this page.
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