Power of One Self-Defense
“And the staff (and of course the founding owners who actively participate in so much of the teaching) here are always ready to pass their knowledge onto their students who are hungry for these life-changing abilities.”
Best Karate Classes in Redondo Beach, CA
15 schools listed · 4 in Redondo Beach · 1 open 24/7 · all 15 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Elite Training Center
“Everybody there cares and every time I go there I always feel so comfortable, not only that they also made me a better person.”
Quest Taekwondo
“We have recommended the studio to many friends and plan to stay with Quest up to and beyond the boys earning their Black Belts.”
Evolution Academy of Martial Arts
“They practice their moves at home and are always extra happy in the mornings that they know they get to go to karate later that evening.”
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Kombat Karate LBC
“After the most packed karate lessons I've attended, I walked away afterwards confident that I really learned something.”
J Lee Tae Kwon Do
“Teaching kids great discipline and staying active.”
Karate schools listed for Redondo Beach, 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: Redondo Beach, CA
4 of the 15 schools we list are based in Redondo Beach; the other 11 serve Redondo Beach from towns including Hermosa Beach (1 mi), Long Beach (13 mi) and Santa Monica (13 mi). The schools on this page are rated from 4.6 to 5.0 across 1,056 reviews; 8 have 50 or more reviews. 1 is open around the clock; all 15 are open on Saturdays and 3 on Sundays. 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 12 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 34 years. 1 offers a free trial or consultation and 5 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 15 of the schools on this page; 13 publish a contact page; 11 list a public email and 2 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 Redondo Beach 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.
Manhattan Beach Traditional Karate
“Very high quality instruction with a fabulous Sensei!”
Ancient Ways Karate
“An authentic karate school with an excellent teacher.”
Brazilian Top Team Long Beach
“I had an issue of miscommunication and the owner Marcelo quickly responded and was very positive and helpful bringing the matter to a close and turning it into a positive experience with a responsible business owner and pleasant individual to deal with.”
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Rekm
“If you're a female, and want to learn how to truly protect yourself, gain confidence, get a workout (and be a badass :-))- come here!”
Machida Karate Academy
“They do a good job teaching the Art of Self Defense.”
King's ATA Celebrity Martial Arts
“Being a part of King's ATA has been a fantastic choice for both my son and I.”
PKG Martial Arts Academy
“If you want to become a better athlete and get more disciplined in an ego-free atmosphere, you have come to the right place.”
1st Class Martial Arts
“I love how they are patient, kind, and friendly”
Crescent Moon Karate
“Out of all the different classes he's taken elsewhere, on different subjects, this is his favorite.”
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What students and parents say about schools in and near Redondo Beach
- “There is a sense of community in the dojo that has made my son feel respected, cared for and appreciated for his character.” — from a review of Evolution Academy of Martial Arts
- “Grandson has been studying here for 4 years and not only has learned karate but has grown in confidence.” — from a review of 1st Class Martial Arts
- “I love the color scheme too! The atmosphere in the dojo is friendly, supportive, and welcoming, which creates a positive learning environment for all students.” — from a review of Kombat Karate LBC
- “My son knows how to defend himself but also understands the responsibility of using discernment in any given situation.” — from a review of 1st Class Martial Arts
Excerpts from public reviews of the schools listed on this page.
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