Asian Arts Center Taekwondo School
“His patience to model and show tenacity and strength is in every class he teaches.”
Best Karate Classes near Kettering, OH
1 of these schools is based in Kettering; the others serve Kettering from towns including Dayton (6 mi), Springboro (11 mi) and Wilmington (24 mi).
7 open weekends · 9 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 19, 2026
Budokai Academy of Martial Arts Middletown
“Very knowledgeable and caring staff, awesome facility and the people are amazing”
Ultimate Leadership Martial Arts HQ
“She started here are 4 with some physical delays and they were so patient and understanding and she has come such a long way with their guidance.”
Tama Martial Arts
“I appreciate the one-on-one instruction to learn the movements, and the instructors are helpful and friendly.”
Chung's Academy of Martial Arts
“This is a great place that's hard to find in today's World.”
Gi Yu Dojo
“I have been training here for 8 months now and have learned so much.”
Karate schools listed for Kettering, OH fill the 10 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: Kettering, OH
The 10 schools on this page are rated from 4.2 to 5.0 across 532 reviews; 3 have 50 or more reviews and 9 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "confidence" and "skills". 7 are open on Saturdays. 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 7 websites of the schools on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2001. 1 is family- or locally-owned. We have a website on file for 9 of the schools on this page; 7 publish a contact page; 6 list a public email and 3 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 book a karate trial online with schools listed for Kettering?
Bookings are taken through their own sites by 3 of the 10 schools. When you book, say your age and whether you have trained before, since the beginner group and the main class are often different hours. Confirm which one you are walking into.
Ohio Budokan Martial Arts
“The sensei's welcomed me back with open arms after being on hiatus from the dojo for about 4 years.”
Karate Shorin
“They teach kids respect, to use their words when possible, control and concentration and so much more!”
The Way Karate
“It's nice to be able to do an activity with my kids that all ages can enjoy.”
Bushido Dragons Karate
“Very good to attend, and very well organized!”
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