Best Karate Classes near New Castle, DE

These schools serve New Castle from nearby bases in towns including Wilmington, Newark and Kennett Square, PA.

15 schools listed · 14 open weekends · 12 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 30, 2026

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Mahato Karate

Mahato Karate

4.3 13 reviews
“We enrolled- our now 9 yr old- less than a year ago, and have watched him grow physically, mentally and incrementally disciplined with the help of the Shihan Graves, Senpei Melissa, Sensei Caputo, John and other student leaders.”
Free trial classAges 3–12BBB A+Since 1990Average prices
Claymont, DE · 11 mi from New Castle
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Elevated Studios Martial Arts

Elevated Studios Martial Arts

5.0 138 reviews
“Stephen Plyler, owner and instructor, is one of the most knowledgeable and dedicated instructors in the humble opinion.”
Since 2015
Wilmington, DE · 5 mi from New Castle
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Shoshin Karate Academy

Shoshin Karate Academy

5.0 29 reviews
“Master Brown is great at keeping his attention, teaching more than just martial art forms!”
Trial class $49Ages 4–17Since 2019BBB A+
Newark, DE · 10 mi from New Castle
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Legacy Martial Arts

Legacy Martial Arts

5.0 59 reviews
“They show great patience with my child since he is shy and takes time to speak to others.”
Since 2015
Kennett Square, PA · 15 mi from New Castle
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American Karate Studios

American Karate Studios

4.7 52 reviews
“My daughter started going here for the last month, and I'm seeing great improvement and confidence in her already.”
Since 1976
Newark, DE · 10 mi from New Castle
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Master Pagano's Red Dragon Martial Arts

Master Pagano's Red Dragon Martial Arts

4.9 47 reviews
“From weekly classes, to summer camp, to birthday parties, Master Paganos has been a fabulous part of our son's life!!”
Since 2013
Glen Mills, PA · 14 mi from New Castle
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Karate schools listed for New Castle, DE 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: New Castle, DE

The 15 schools on this page are rated from 4.0 to 5.0 across 716 reviews; 5 have 50 or more reviews and 12 are rated 4.5 or higher. 14 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. 4 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 13 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 50 years. 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; 11 list a public email and 1 takes 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.

Can I email karate schools listed for New Castle first?

An email address is published by 11 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.

Pat Caputo's American Karate Studio

Pat Caputo's American Karate Studio

5.0 63 reviews
“Pat brings decades of hands-on experience and deep martial arts knowledge, making the training both technically sharp and practical.”
Free trial classAges 13 and up10,000 students taughtSince 2001
Wilmington, DE · 5 mi from New Castle
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Goju Training Center

Goju Training Center

4.8 24 reviews
“The can do attitude is all over the gym and if you are doubting yourself someone else will give you the motivation you need.”
Free trial classFree Class: Martial ArtsAges 3–12Since 2006
Wilmington, DE · 5 mi from New Castle
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Cornerstone Martial Arts

Cornerstone Martial Arts

5.0 27 reviews
“My daughter has really latched onto the skills she has acquired and I've seen great improvements in her focus over the last year.”
Since 1995
Hockessin, DE · 10 mi from New Castle
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Newark Kenpo Karate

Newark Kenpo Karate

4.3 4 reviews
“I highly recommend Newark Kenpo Karate for their attention to detail, instruction, atmosphere and kind nature.”
Free trial classFrom $162/moAges 5–12Online lessonsBBB A+Since 1992
Newark, DE · 10 mi from New Castle
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Gentle Palm Martial Arts Center

Gentle Palm Martial Arts Center

5.0 7 reviews
“It's awesome and really cool, especially when the people use nunchucks cause nunchucks are super cool...”
Trial classSince 2004
Wilmington, DE · 5 mi from New Castle
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Lawler's Kenpo Karate

Lawler's Kenpo Karate

5.0 9 reviews
“Plus, the class size is relatively small so kids get enough attention and guidance.”
Since 2001
Kennett Square, PA · 15 mi from New Castle
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Level Up Black Belt Academy

Level Up Black Belt Academy

4.0 7 reviews
“Not only do they teach respect, and discipline the families that are there are extended members of our family.”
Since 2018
Boothwyn, PA · 13 mi from New Castle
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Perian's Karate Tang Soo DO

Perian's Karate Tang Soo DO

5.0 1 review
“I've been going for years and have never felt better about the place.”
Since 2015
Woodstown, NJ · 13 mi from New Castle
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Spirit Led Goju Ryu and Kobudo Institute

Spirit Led Goju Ryu and Kobudo Institute

5.0 6 reviews
“With learning and gaining friends, excellent with learning discipline”
Wilmington, DE · 5 mi from New Castle
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