Maui Saito Ninjitsu
“I learned a lot in the short 30 minutes and really enjoyed it the whole time.”
Best Karate Classes in Scottsdale, AZ
15 schools listed · 12 in Scottsdale · 13 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Goshin Karate & Judo Academy
“I definitely feel like I can use these skills if needed, if not for myself but for my family and children.”
Legacy Martial Arts of Scottsdale AZ
“Master C and his wife run a tight, well-organized school, and their two sons, who instruct alongside them, bring the same level of skill and patience to every class.”
Activstars Athletics Karate
“She learned something new in every class and even though it was a big class she got coached on form when needed and we saw improvement every time.”
Kiko France Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy
“I have two young girls and joining Kiko France has not only given them more confidence on the mat, but this has translated into other sports and in their interactions at school.”
Koclanis Martial Arts
“Our children love coming to class and are learning martial arts, discipline, confidence, focus, respect, and self-defense while having a great time”
Karate schools listed for Scottsdale, AZ 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: Scottsdale, AZ
12 of the 15 schools we list are based in Scottsdale; the other 3 serve Scottsdale from Phoenix (15 mi) and Cave Creek (9 mi). The schools on this page are rated from 4.7 to 5.0 across 953 reviews; 8 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "skills", "confidence" and "knowledge". 11 are open on Saturdays and 4 on Sundays. 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 10 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 35 years. 2 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 14 of the schools on this page; 14 publish a contact page; 11 list a public email and 1 takes 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 Scottsdale 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.
Alpha Krav Maga Scottsdale
“Sam and his team of trainers are empowering the kids to have self-respect, focus, stamina and discipline; therefore self-confidence.”
Aikido of Scottsdale
“Aikido of Scottsdale teaches technique over power and is perfect for my son who is not aggressive by nature.”
Integrative Wing Chun Phoenix
“Practicing wing chun here has been a great learning experience, awesome to use strength with the wing chun structure.”
Rising Sun Martial Arts
“Do yourself a favor and take a class at his Dojo and see a true professional practicing their craft.”
Peaceful Warrior Martial Arts & Healing Center
“My teachers and classmates alike push me to do/be better everyday, and I'm very thankful to be a part of this dojo family.”
North Valley Martial Arts
“They get to do some fun kid games at times and I like how he pushes and encourages character growth in a controlled environment.”
USA Martial Arts
“The students at the school are incredible at all levels, and the support in each class from each other is often the highlight of my day.”
Karatebuilt Martial Arts
“She loves going to class and always looks forward to the learning games!”
Burch's Karate
“I have been doing it for a few years and since then I have learned so much from all the trainers and the overall teaching is great.”
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What students and parents say about schools in Scottsdale
- “My son has been going for 2 years now and has made great progress in a lot of areas in the dojo and outside as well from the focus he’s gained on the mat.” — from a review of Aikido of Scottsdale
- “As a 5th degree black belt, his knowledge is of the highest caliber but also his teaching style and patience is what sets him apart.” — from a review of Kiko France Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy
- “The people there are really nice (students and teachers included) and karate genuinely became a safe space for me because everyone there is so welcoming.” — from a review of Goshin Karate & Judo Academy
- “They are highly experienced, but what we love the most is that they teach with firmness yet they are patient, and they will not give up on your child.” — from a review of Koclanis Martial Arts
- “I feel very confident that if my girls wanted to continue with karate, this was the best way to start.” — from a review of Activstars Athletics Karate
Excerpts from public reviews of the schools listed on this page.
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