Tampa Bay Krav Maga
“Over the years TBKM has become more than just a fun extracurricular, it is an essential part of my fitness and mental health routine and I really feel it if I have to miss a week.”
Best Karate Classes near Largo, FL
3 of these schools are based in Largo; the others serve Largo from towns including Tampa (21 mi), St. Petersburg (10 mi) and Clearwater (5 mi).
14 open weekends · 23 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
Ryan Dean's the Dojo Martial Arts and Fitness
“Both my 5 and 4 year old attend classes at the dojo and it is amazing they burn energy while learning how to focus, fallow direction, and how to respond instead of react.”
Supremacy Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
“The professors are experienced and will go the extra mile to make sure you learn the fundamentals of each lesson, no matter what level of experience you have you will be taken care of.”
Oh's Martial Arts
“OH'S Martial Arts spends quality time teaching the kids what respect, confidence, self control, focus and perseverance mean and how it will make them better humans.”
Level 10 Martial Arts College Florida
“Beyond teaching a top notch Karate curriculum, their school is a family oriented environment and provides kids and adults with a positive mindset, discipline, respect, kindness in practice.”
Bushido Karate Academy
“Regardless, my wife and I were impressed with the production and general operation of Bushido Academy and we hope to get our son in class after some degree of normality returns.”
Karate schools listed for Largo, 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: Largo, FL
The 24 schools on this page are rated from 4.2 to 5.0 across 2,166 reviews; 17 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 (92%), quality (90%) and communication (88%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "confidence" and "skills". 14 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. 4 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 20 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 39 years. 2 offer a free trial or consultation; 1 is family- or locally-owned and 2 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 24 of the schools on this page; 18 publish a contact page; 19 list a public email and 9 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 email karate schools listed for Largo first?
An email address is published by 19 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.
Westchase Impact Martial Arts
“Alexy has excellent instruction (as well as his other certified instructors) with an emphasis on building character, discipline, perseverance, and fitness in a fun and engaging way.”
Ninja Academy of Martial Arts
“He has a great team and is able to resonate with the kids, mixing fun activities with practical and effective MMA training, particularly with the younger ones that have a harder time at the beginning of their training journey.”
Gracie PAC MMA
“I can't speak for the adult program but my daughter enjoys going to class and attending the various programs the school hosts in addition to class for the kids and their families.”
Mike Price's Martial Arts & Fitness
“This is a fantastic business that I would absolutely recommend to anyone who is looking to join a community of people who are all attempting to improve themselves physically.”
J Park World Tae Kwon Do
“Master Tommy and "all" of the instructors at J Park Taekowndo are truly amazing and we are glad to be a part of this martial arts family and looking forward to commit here for years to come.”
Kowkabany's Family Martial Arts
“You wont' find anyone more passionate about the martial arts, more experienced in running a outstanding quality school, and more dedicated to their students and families, than the Kowkabany's.”
Koenig Martial Arts
“He is great with the kids and they have a ton of fun in class while getting exercise, learning to be respectful (they have started saying yes ma'am/sir to use at home - thanks Sensei!”
Clearwater Martial Arts and Fitness Academy
“Professional, top quality martial arts instructors.”
Palm Harbor Martial Arts
“Master Tiffany makes class the perfect proportion of fun and serious.”
Kinney Karate
“Fun, clean shop for magic and other game players.”
Traditional Tae Kwon-Do Carrollwood
“My son is already well mannered and respectful to me but because of this class he is now saying “yes ma'am “ every time I ask or tell him to do something and I'm not complaining.”
Reflex Martial Arts
“My son has been taking Tae Kwon Do at Reflex Tae Kwon Do with Master Robaldo for two months, and I am very pleased with the instruction he's getting.”
West Coast Karate
“As a matter of fact my 9 year old granddaughter has been selected to represent the USA in the AAU World Karate Championships coming up later this year.”
Ingram's Karate Center
“Led by Sensi Sheri and Sensi Trey, you can really tell they genuinely care about all their students and are passionate about passing along their knowledge to the next generation.”
J. Park Martial Arts
“There they call me DJ and I love training because if your having trouble i instructor yung helps and he gives good advice for school they really do make you bully proof”
Elevate Martial Arts South Tampa
“The best part about Elevate is the wide variety of things for my child to enjoy from weekly field trips, martial arts, arts and crafts, and learning activities.”
Mt. Song Martial Arts Academy
“Then I told her I wish it was set up in a warehouse with roll-up doors kind of like some Cross Fit places, not in some stankled dungeon like a lot of martial arts classes...”
Gracie Tampa South MMA and BJJ
“We fell into it quite by accident (they were the only program that picked up from her school with availability when we started looking) and martial arts was definitely a little outside her comfort zone.”
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about schools near Largo
- “You can guarantee your child will learn respect and develop confidence by being part of this dojo, as mine has.” — from a review of Ryan Dean's the Dojo Martial Arts and Fitness
- “The coach is awesome, it's very important to be able to defend yourself and he gives my kids crucial tips to defend themselves.” — from a review of Tampa Bay Krav Maga
- “Our son loves going to his dojo where he is taught daily the art of respect and building confidence within himself.” — from a review of Koenig Martial Arts
- “I love West Coast Karate. It’s helped my son with confidence, discipline and it’s like a big family.” — from a review of West Coast Karate
- “I love it here! Everyone is super friendly and helpful….The teachers are amazing at guiding you, giving you tips and encouraging you along the way.” — from a review of Mt. Song Martial Arts Academy
Excerpts from public reviews of the schools listed on this page.
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