Sidekicks Martial Arts Studio
“Master Brian is great very welcoming and has been operating for a long time very proud to have been apart of this back then and so ecstatic my kids get to enjoy something I did as a child!”
Best Karate Classes near St. Clair Shores, MI
3 of these schools are based in St. Clair Shores; the others serve St. Clair Shores from towns including Sterling Heights (9 mi), Troy (14 mi) and Clinton Twp (8 mi).
10 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
Pksa Karate-Saint Clair Shores
“As a parent of 2 kids in the little ninja class I have been incredibly impressed at how much my kids take out of their classes.”
Petrocy's Martial Arts
“Master Petrocy has a great balance between serious and fun when instructing and training.”
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Krav Maga Detroit
“Coming in with no experience it was easy for me to to pick up and I look forward to coming to classes each week.”
Allegiance Jiu Jitsu
“Coaches and other students are more than willing to share technique with you.”
X-Martial Arts
“Master Paul, Ryan, the whole staff is great, my kid is learning discipline, focus, following directions, self defense & having fun.”
Karate schools listed for St. Clair Shores, MI 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: St. Clair Shores, MI
The 15 schools on this page are rated from 4.6 to 5.0 across 818 reviews; 8 have 50 or more reviews. When students and parents rate these schools on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (90%), quality (86%) and value (86%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "atmosphere", "confidence" and "skills". 10 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. Domain records put 11 websites of the schools on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2002. 2 offer a free trial or consultation and 2 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; 10 list a public email and 5 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 book a karate trial online with schools listed for St. Clair Shores?
Bookings are taken through their own sites by 5 of the 15 schools. When you book, say your age and whether you have trained before, since the beginner group and the main class are often different hours. Confirm which one you are walking into.
Apex Jiu-Jitsu
“He will gladly reciprocate your passion for the sport and help you identify your strengths in the art based on body type, thought processes (intuitive vs calculating), etc”
College of Martial Arts
“Sensei Burney taught me how to hold myself accountable and to not lie to myself which is what I was doing to start my college journey.”
Master Tong's Martial Arts
“It is fun my daughter goes there she is a purple belt all the instructor are nice.”
Ultimate Martial Arts Academy
“There is a constant encouragement for them to always do their best, have self discipline, and stay focus.”
Butoku Karate Dojo
“Fun place teaches you respect and how to be nice and listen to your supporters and superiors”
Traditional Karate Dojo
“We have thoroughly enjoyed our time at Traditional Karate Dojo, Sensei Slicker and the amazing group of black belt students that help with classes.”
Jabari's Martial Arts Academy (Jmaa)
“One of the best karate and martial art academy I've ever since master Jabari gets to the point and doesn't waste any time, will recommend it to all parents”
True Balance Martial Arts
“This is THE BEST Martial Arts 🥋🥋 place you can ever find in Michigan my boys go here for years Master Sweet is very patient and professional same goes for Master Kayser this place is always clean and well kept there's always water and coffee available there is also a small play place with toys for little kids …”
Mejishi Martial Arts
“Within a month I had joined a class as well and the instructors accepted my lack of knowledge in their art, prior experience in other arts, and persistent injuries and took them in a graceful stride that cannot be understated.”
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What students and parents say about schools near St. Clair Shores
- “I give the studio the highest possible recommendation, and it is worth every penny and minute.” — from a review of Sidekicks Martial Arts Studio
- “As soon as you walk in to the dojo you are greeted with smiles and a positive atmosphere that puts a smile on your face.” — from a review of College of Martial Arts
- “My son has been attending karate here for the past four years and he absolutely loves it.” — from a review of Traditional Karate Dojo
- “We are grateful for all that our son learns not only about karate and self defense but about respect and confidence!” — from a review of College of Martial Arts
Excerpts from public reviews of the schools listed on this page.
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