Korean Karate Center
“Not only does my daughter enjoy leaning the martial art but also she has improved social skills, manners, and confidence”
Best Karate Classes near Lakewood, OH
1 of these schools is based in Lakewood; the others serve Lakewood from towns including Cleveland (6 mi), North Olmsted (8 mi) and Rocky River (2 mi).
11 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Hurricane Jiu Jitsu
“Dropped in today - great facility, super welcoming, clear, useful instruction, and a wide range of skills and abilities.”
JK Kang Taekwondo
“They offer a two week trial for a discount to see if the place is the right fit for you and your family.”
Inspire Martial Arts
“She is learning self-defense, patience, discipline, and respect, all in a fun atmosphere.”
Horizon ATA Martial Arts
“It has been an overwhelmingly positive experience to take classes with Brad and Chad!”
Strong Style MMA and Training Center
“Strongstyle is hands-down the best Gym, my family and I have ever been a part of.”
Karate schools listed for Lakewood, OH 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: Lakewood, OH
The 15 schools on this page are rated from 4.7 to 5.0 across 1,454 reviews; 6 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "atmosphere", "confidence" and "facilities". 11 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. 13 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 45 years. 2 are family- or locally-owned and 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 14 of the schools on this page; 12 publish a contact page; 10 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 Lakewood first?
An email address is published by 10 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.
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Brooklyn Kung Fu/ U.S. Shuai Chiao Kung Fu Academy
“I was super scared at first because I've never taken a contact sport but Sifu and Ms Jessica make it fun, engaging, safe and easy for beginners!”
Riverview Martial Arts & Fitness
“I continue to exercise my mind and body at Riverview Martial Arts because of the fantastic atmosphere and close knit family I've found there.”
Tracy's Karate
“I have been going there for the past couple of years for cardio kickboxing classes and look forward to going as often as I can each week.”
Powers Martial Arts Academy: Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Karate
“Friendly environment and youre definitely gonna get a sweat going.”
J. R. Miller Martial Arts
“Masters Jill Miller and Alan Miller encourage students to perform their best and the Masters lead by example.”
A A Kenpo Karate
“Truly the type of people that should be helping mould or kids into good well rounded citizens.”
Great Lakes Martial Arts
“Highly recommend this school if you're looking for quality instruction.”
Tracy's Karate Studio
“You won't find a better, more experienced and more knowledgeable instructor than their Grand Master Mark Miller and it's a lot of fun!”
R.a.d Martial Arts and Fitness
“Great little dojo and the owner was wonderful.”
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