7 Spears Martial Arts and Muay Thai
“My kids really enjoy their lessons, and coaches fosters both discipline and enthusiasm, creating a positive and engaging learning environment for all students.”
Best Karate Classes near Poway, CA
2 of these schools are based in Poway; the others serve Poway from towns including San Diego (12 mi), Ramona (8 mi) and Santee (9 mi).
all 15 open weekends · 14 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
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Poway Martial Arts
“Awesome friendly environment, with awesome teachers helping you learn a new skill”
Full Potential Martial Arts Academy
“With an emphasis on form and technique, Brian Sagi carefully monitors each student to prevent bad habits from forming.”
Swiftkick Martial Arts San Diego
“My son works with JT Smith as his main instructor and he is fun, entertaining, always positive, and is able to instruct the children effectively.”
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Blur Martial Arts
“Defense techniques very well which will be with them for lifelong, teachers here are helpful and take pride in teaching with 100 percent involvement”
Manna's Martial Arts
“I would highly recommend Manna's to anyone looking to improve themselves both mentally and physically!”
Karate schools listed for Poway, CA 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: Poway, CA
The 15 schools on this page are rated from 4.4 to 5.0 across 908 reviews; 6 have 50 or more reviews and 14 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "skills", "confidence" and "atmosphere". All 15 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. 3 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 13 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 41 years. 3 are family- or locally-owned and 4 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 15 of the schools on this page; 12 publish a contact page; 11 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 Poway 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.
Infinity Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
“The instructors here are excellent and gave me a new perspective on jiu jitsu.”
Traditional Martial Arts Center San Diego
“We were looking for a sport activity that would help our daughter build self-esteem and confidence and learn discipline while getting a good exercise and the Traditional Martial Arts Center and Sensei Halperin have exceeded all of our expectations!”
Ramona Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & MMA Center
“I felt very welcomed by all students and instructors from the very beginning.”
San Diego Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Mixed Martial Arts
“It is a gym I definitely recommend whether you are a beginner or have been in martial arts your whole life.”
Jing Institute of Chinese Martial Arts & Culture
“I highly recommend this program if you're interested in after-school care and want to give your kids a well-rounded day with extra socialization mixed in with educational-based programming”
Rebellion MMA (Muay Thai
“I found rebellion MMA through a recommendation and I quickly loved the atmosphere the gym projects.”
Miramar Martial Arts Academy (Mira Mesa)
“Korea Style Soobahkdo (similar to Tae Kwon Do & Karate) but very traditional and classic art.”
Shaolin Kempo Arts
“Lori and Joey and their two boys are the nicest people ever and it is the best feeling knowing without a doubt that my son will be taken care and not have to worry.”
Primal Jiu Jitsu
“I selected Primal just because it is close to my house and their professors are still pretty active and compete.”
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about schools near Poway
- “I highly recommend this karate class for anyone seeking effective training in a supportive and welcoming setting.” — from a review of Blur Martial Arts
- “Thank you Brian for the peace of mind and confidence you have given me through your self defense training.” — from a review of Full Potential Martial Arts Academy
- “The guys are so professional and kind, they give each student personal instruction, and do it in a way that you don't feel as if you stand out or become nervous.” — from a review of Rebellion MMA (Muay Thai
- “Both of my kids have trained at this dojo for years and love it.” — from a review of Traditional Martial Arts Center San Diego
- “We have watched our kids grow in self-esteem and confidence and mum and dad are also having fun learning new karate moves.” — from a review of Blur Martial Arts
Excerpts from public reviews of the schools listed on this page.
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