Dan's Gym Boxing
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Best Karate Classes in Mesa, AZ
15 schools listed · 9 in Mesa · 13 open weekends · 14 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
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Faction Combat Mixed Martial Arts Gym
“Far more patient in teaching than anything I've ever seen, but structured enough to assure they're actually getting taught something versus a "karate mill".”
East Mesa Karate
“East Mesa Karate is wonderful and always making it fun for my son!!!”
Precision Martial Arts
“My kids love the classes and they improved a lot of skills.”
Spartan Nation Combatives and Fitness
“I have been training here five days a week for the past six months straight, and just renewed my membership for another year, because I love the classes and atmosphere so much.”
Victory Martial Arts
“I enrolled my son for the family class and they have been amazing!”
Karate schools listed for Mesa, AZ 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: Mesa, AZ
9 of the 15 schools we list are based in Mesa; the other 6 serve Mesa from Gilbert (7 mi), Chandler (11 mi) and Tempe (12 mi). The schools on this page are rated from 4.4 to 5.0 across 1,431 reviews; 11 have 50 or more reviews and 14 are rated 4.5 or higher. When students and parents rate these schools on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (93%), quality (89%) and communication (85%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "confidence", "atmosphere" and "skills". 13 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. 9 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 29 years. 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 7 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 Mesa 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.
Essential Aikido
“During Covid, we came together to support each other, and Aikido provided a wonderful social activity despite the chaos happening around us.”
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First Taekwondo
“Good to see him learning some discipline and focus and interested in working toward achievements.”
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Gustavo Dantas Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy
“Whether you're looking to do this for fun or test your skills in competition, GD is the perfect place to learn from.”
Sandoval Freestyle Karate
“The instructors are really patient to help with anyone struggling but persistent to ensure the entire group is progressing.”
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Next Level Krav Maga & Gracie Humaita BJJ
“I highly recommend giving at least the 3 class trial a shot if you are even slightly interested.”
Unstoppable Martial Arts
“I would recommend Unstoppable to anyone interested in learning self defense, fitness training or just an overall interest in martial arts!”
Gilbert Defense Arts
“Sensei Casey, alone with his staff, have all the qualities of a good teacher and I am proud to be their student”
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about schools in Mesa
- “I have been taking my son here for karate lessons and he loves it!” — from a review of East Mesa Karate
- “My children love their karate classes! The instructors are very friendly and do very well with the children, keep them in check, and help them when needed.” — from a review of Victory Martial Arts
- “Our dojo helps me achieve my goals while also teaching me practical self-defence principles.” — from a review of Essential Aikido
- “Best karate studio around! The atmosphere is so positive, supportive and fun!” — from a review of Precision Martial Arts
Excerpts from public reviews of the schools listed on this page.
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