American Karate Academy #1 Mma/Karate School in Miami
“One of the things I love the most about AKA is that is a martial arts program it doesn't concentrate just in one of martial arts, but teaches a little bit of every martial art technique.”
Best Karate Classes near Kendall, FL
These schools serve Kendall from nearby bases in towns including Miami, Cutler Bay and Doral.
24 schools listed · 20 open weekends · 23 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
American Karate Institute
“My son loves the classes and I am impressed about the discipline and how this team is able to keep so many little kids ( my son is almost 6) engaged and focused on the class and learning.”
Anta's Fitness and Self Defense
“It has done very well for my son and he feels integrated, he has never been so constant in anything in his life, he has been a student for several months, I even lost a bet with him thinking that he would not last more than 2 months.”
National Karate Academy
“WHATS EVEN more impressive in my opinion other than the instructors teaching Karate is that they teach the young kids MANNERS, DISCIPLINE and SELF CONFIDENCE!”
Ktma Taekwondo Martial Arts
“This is the best taekwondo school I have ever tried, I have been at K-TMA Martial Arts for two years and I can tell you that it is the best that has ever happened to me in my life.”
South Miami Martial Arts
“As a martial artist myself and Christian I appreciate Master Jeffs way of teaching the art of Tae Kwon Do, but also teaching the students the importance of life skills and respect, such as knowing names, respecting others, being prepared and on time ...”
Karate schools listed for Kendall, FL 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: Kendall, FL
The 24 schools on this page are rated from 4.4 to 5.0 across 1,792 reviews; 11 have 50 or more reviews and 23 are rated 4.5 or higher. When students and parents rate these schools on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (95%), communication (86%) and quality (82%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "skills", "confidence" and "atmosphere". 20 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. 21 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 103 years. 2 are family- or locally-owned and 4 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 23 of the schools on this page; 21 publish a contact page; 15 list a public email and 8 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.
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An email address is published by 15 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.
World Class Martial Arts Taekwondo
“'s guidance for almost two years and his taekwondo journey has proven amazing results by not only improving his physical skills and techniques but also developing a stronger sense of confidence, respect and perseverance.”
Family Martial Arts Academy
“The science of proper form in training,thus avoiding injury, the science of body mechanics and how this knowledge applies to self-defense, the science of developing functional full body strength, a powerful set of skills and a concentration on overal...”
CTX Martial Arts
“The best school of martial arts, my son and daughter are very happy, the Sensei is awesome, he is always traynig to make sure that every child is learning all the techniques, and when we go to tournamentes we always get the best position.”
Better Families Through Tae Kwon Do
“There have been many teachers in her path, mostly high school or college aged and each one has been so attentive and great that you know it's just part of the spirit here.”
WKF Fitness
“Since my son started at WKF, all his actions have changed for the better, his insecurities have improved and his psychologist, thank God, has discharged him.”
Integrity Martial Arts Country Walk
“B” (can't spell his last name, it's complicated) paid attention to her and kept motivating her, in turn, my child feels confident, she has been getting stronger, has gained balance, she can do exercise drills she would refuse to do at home or at scho...”
C.o.b.r.a. Self Defense Miami
“I now feel more confident being out anywhere with the knowledge I've gained in self defense and have no doubt that if I am ever targeted again, I will not only defend myself but get out of the situation alive.”
Integrity Martial Arts: Cutler Bay
“- during the Covid-19 pandemic, they really stepped up their game to ensure that their students still had access to training and working towards their belt goals, and the instructors and staff (Mr.”
A. Kolychkine Judo Foundation
“All the teachers, and I don't have to mention names because they are all of them, are excellent; I think that the academy has very prestigious instructors, they have different methods and styles, which leads to even more complete learning.”
Academy of Martial Arts
“Our family has been part of RDCA for more than 7 years and I have to say we feel blessed to have them as part of our daily lives, not only my kids love to go and don't want to miss one class, but also they are the best in teaching martial arts, karat...”
Championlife Martial Arts Florida Taekwondo College
“There is no other Taekwondo school like this, because of how professional its instructors are because of the familiarity that exists because it is a school full of champions, the FTC has everything a child needs to grow, discipline, self-defense and ...”
Invincible Martial Arts
“" and after I filed a complaint about an employee on his phone he proceeded to beat him with said bamboo stick, ripped up his paycheck and condemned him to a week of unpaid hard labour.”
Team Taekwondo
“His way of teaching children is very good, he not only teaches them a sport but he teaches them discipline and a healthy lifestyle, and he knows how to motivate them to improve.”
Brickell Karate
“Who really want their children to learn respect, discipline and karate, thank you teacher Jorge for your Apollo, for my son he is helping me so much to feel confident in himself and to respect and be consistent in what he likes, thank you very much t...”
Luis Victoria Karate Academy Inc.
“Excellent school, we enrolled my son when he was 4 years old and although children at this age do not have all the concentration and physical ability, the teacher has had the patience and rigor to add him to the class.”
Machida Karate Miami
“The cool thing anout it is its Machida Karate so its the best karate school i have seen to to the diversity of techniques we learn and amazing training partners to work with.”
Tang Soo Do Karate Inc.
“Thanks to this amazing martial art classes my son is developing his fullest potential, self discipline, confidence, respect, leadership, and self defense.”
White Tiger & Dragon Martial Arts
“My daughter goes 2-3 days a week after school and can change days easily as her schedule requires, and has the option of taking classes at 3:30 or 4:30 if homework or after school studying pops up.”
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What students and parents say about schools near Kendall
- “I also have to give them credit for building a dojo that everyone feels like family and hold great community events for all of us to participate in.” — from a review of American Karate Academy #1 Mma/Karate School in Miami
- “Thank you so much for helping my daughter to become a confident little girl.” — from a review of South Miami Martial Arts
- “They helped me get over almost all of my fears and led me to have the confidence to be able to reach for so many goals and taught me how to give my best and work hard towards accomplishing them.” — from a review of Academy of Martial Arts
- “From the moment you set foot in the dojo, you can feel the positive energy and welcoming atmosphere that surrounds you.” — from a review of Integrity Martial Arts: Cutler Bay
- “Sensei Carol and her team are professional and caring and deeply committed to the dojo and the larger community.” — from a review of White Tiger & Dragon Martial Arts
Excerpts from public reviews of the schools listed on this page.
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