World Class Tae Kwon Do
“The classes are really well thought of and the level of attention they give to each student is commendable.”
Best Karate Classes in San Jose, CA
15 schools listed · 14 in San Jose · 11 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
Infinity Martial Arts
“As a student of the adult classes myself, I can say that I've also learned A LOT and benefited from the experienced coaches and program.”
King's Martial Arts Academy
“Must try a free class before you decide to enroll and i am sure you will :)”
Wushu Central Martial Arts Academy
“They not only teach the kids the Kungfu but also teach them about positive behaviors.”
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Exceed Martial Arts Center
“Jackson for most of my life, he helped teach me about Martial Arts as well as instilled within me many great qualities like good work ethic and discipline.”
Primetime Martial Arts
“The coaches are incredible and focus on all the technical aspects in addition to the values and respect.”
Karate schools listed for San Jose, 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: San Jose, CA
14 of the 15 schools we list are based in San Jose; the other one serves San Jose from Los Gatos (8 mi). The schools on this page are rated from 4.7 to 5.0 across 1,112 reviews; 5 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "skills" and "confidence". 11 are open on Saturdays and 4 on Sundays. 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 10 websites of the schools on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2000. 3 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 8 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 San Jose?
Bookings are taken through their own sites by 8 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.
Cantrelle's Martial Arts
“The discipline, respect, and confidence the kids develop while learning at this school will serve them well for the rest of their lives.”
Mightyfist Taekwon-do
“In the five years Ive been here, Master Morris (the main instructor) has always been extremely helpful and kind.”
K-O Kung-Fu Karate
“If your child (like mine) is not really into teams sports, kung fu at KO kung fu is a great potential alternative.”
Maloney's Martial Arts
“If you're serious in using martial arts to help build a great person, you owe it to your child to visit this studio when deciding the right fit.”
Shaolin Warrior Martial Arts
“Kung Fu master has a lot of knowledge because he was originally trained in Shaolin.”
Sun's Kung Fu Academy
“A great place for kids to learn from a real Shaolin monk.”
Kyoshin-Ryu Karate
“In selecting a dojo it's important to have heritage, quality teaching, and a focus on excellence and this dojo hits all marks.”
Choi's Institute of Tae Kwon Do
“Honesty, hard work, dedication and focus is what they strive for is what I can observe day over day.”
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All-Pro Tae Kwon Do Studio
“In my interactions with him, for close to two years, his dedication to an outstanding learning environment is most prominent.”
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What students and parents say about schools in San Jose
- “This individualized attention helped my son to progress at his own pace and gives him the confidence to continue improving.” — from a review of Wushu Central Martial Arts Academy
- “The karate training is great, but I especially love how welcoming, kind and helpful all the instructors and fellow students are.” — from a review of Maloney's Martial Arts
- “We are so glad we joined the community and would highly recommend you give a trial class a go.” — from a review of World Class Tae Kwon Do
- “They teach honor, discipline, respect, confidence, self respect, and body awareness through karate and tae kwon do principles.” — from a review of Primetime Martial Arts
- “My daughter completed her third-degree black belt, and that's given her the confidence to persist in doing difficult things and to know her own strength.” — from a review of Wushu Central Martial Arts Academy
Excerpts from public reviews of the schools listed on this page.
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