Bam Bam Martial Arts Houston
“Highly reccomend to parents looking for a kids activity as well as for themselves too if want to do a class at the same time as the kids.”
Best Karate Classes in Houston, TX
24 schools listed · all 24 in Houston · 1 open 24/7 · 14 open weekends · 22 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
KMA Taekwondo Houston
“Highly recommend they show yours kid how to be confident and I love because my kid needed the discipline”
Sport Karate America
“Sense Bear and Shoddy are great, really caring and patient with all the students.”
Millennium Martial Art
“Also, the staff is so kind and welcoming, you will have comfort in knowing that your child is in great hands.”
Northside Karate
“She's met so many friends and learned so many things thanks to the instructors at Northside.”
Legacy Martial Arts & Fitness
“Master Walker is INCREDIBLE with children; maintains a safe environment and always keeps the kids active, training, making sure they fully understand the training being provided.”
Karate schools listed for Houston, TX fill the 24 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: Houston, TX
All 24 schools we list here are in Houston itself. We have 29 schools in Houston on file; this page shows the highest-rated 24. The schools on this page are rated from 4.0 to 5.0 across 922 reviews; 7 have 50 or more reviews and 22 are rated 4.5 or higher. When students and parents rate these schools on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (96%), communication (87%) and quality (83%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "confidence", "skills" and "atmosphere". 1 is open around the clock; 13 are open on Saturdays and 4 on Sundays. 14 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 55 years. 1 is family- or locally-owned and 2 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 23 of the schools on this page; 20 publish a contact page; 17 list a public email and 3 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.
Can I email karate schools listed for Houston first?
An email address is published by 17 of the 24 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.
Barron's Martial Arts
“For my son, we were seeking someone who would help him gain his confidence and help him focus and Master Barron has helped that develop in just a few weeks.”
Samurai Karate Dojo
“They pickup my son from his school and during aftercare he receives help with his homework and has karate lessons.”
Kim Soo Karate
“I highly recommend trying it for ninety days and see the transformation begin to take place.”
Grappling Zone
“I've been here for a few years and I can say they are family oriented.”
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Young Brothers Taekwondo
“The structured classes, combined with the expertise of the instructors, have allowed them to enhance their physical fitness levels while developing core strength and flexibility.”
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Tiger-Rock Martial Arts of Houston
“It is a fantastic place to give your children the opportunity to have confidence in themselves!”
Houston Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Club
“The level of instruction is like none other, every detail down to the littlest one is emphasized.”
The Houston Center For Taekwondo
“This place is awesome, I improved my Taekwondo skills drastically within the year and I owe all of that to Master Gianni and Coach Victoria, thank you so much.”
Nations Aikikai
“The Aikido practiced here is great, excellent, the union between the practitioners is a great brotherhood, God bless this Dojo and our Sensei Nerson.”
Double Dragon Martial Arts Center
“The staff is very welcoming and knowledgeable of their martial arts style.”
Okinawa Karate Center Uchinaadikan
“We learn bunkai from our kata and don't have to guess the meanings behind what we learn as it ALL has a purpose and functionality...”
Level 6 Krav Maga
“Great atmosphere and it feels like everyone is welcome.”
Young Brothers Taekwondo Copperfield
“This school has been able to help my kids learn discipline, build character ,inspires, determination all while learning the art of taekwondo.”
Jdog's Pkka
“I like it a lot the price is way affordable and the quality is better than the other schools by far.”
West Houston Shotokan Karate Club
“Amazing Sensei (s) can definitely tell this place takes pride in Karate and it is very professional.”
Olympic Karate & Sport Center
“By far the best dojo here in Texas, Sensei Alex has pushed me beyond my limits to become the best Karate fighter I have ever been, inside the dojo and out.”
Wing Chun Kali System
“I traveled to Africa and had used the sensitivity training and awareness taught to be able to stop thieves over 30 times.”
KMA Taekwondo Hapkido(송철 집사님)
“Master Song is awesome he is very passionate and devoted in teaching each child.”
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about schools in Houston
- “I would recommend this studio. Both my girls are enrolled and I have seen much improvement in their skills.” — from a review of Barron's Martial Arts
- “This is a great dojo, my little brother has learned incredible defense mechanisms as well as building his confidence.” — from a review of Sport Karate America
- “Amazing gem of an after school karate program w/high standards and a loving community of instructors.” — from a review of Northside Karate
- “They teach the children to set goals and proper ways to handle difficult tasks without giving up.” — from a review of Bam Bam Martial Arts Houston
- “My son absolutely loves karate here! Everyone is so kind and always smiling.” — from a review of Sport Karate America
Excerpts from public reviews of the schools listed on this page.
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