CNY Okinawan Karate & Kobudo Schools
“They've done an awesome job with the kids not only teaching self defense skills but also teaching respect and listening skills.”
Best Karate Classes near Syracuse, NY
2 of these schools are based in Syracuse; the others serve Syracuse from towns including Manlius (9 mi), East Syracuse (4 mi) and Fayetteville (5 mi).
6 open weekends · all 10 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
Impact Martial Arts
“They learned my child's name immediately, greet her by first name every time, and show such patience and kindness while still holding kids to high, but age appropriate, expectations.”
Duncan's Martial Arts Academy
“Very professional, works amazing with children and keeps the classes educational as well as fun.”
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Karate John's Martial Arts Center
“We love the continuous messages of self control, positive self regard and respect that are taught in classes daily.”
Master McDowell's World Class Taekwondo
“My son loves going to class here, and the instructors are all top notch!”
Liverpool Team Andrello Martial Arts
“My daughter has been a Team Andrello student for 12 years, and has her 3rd degree back belt.”
Karate schools listed for Syracuse, NY fill the 10 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: Syracuse, NY
The 10 schools on this page are rated from 4.8 to 5.0 across 805 reviews; 3 have 50 or more reviews. 6 are open on Saturdays. 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. 7 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 60 years. 3 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 10 of the schools on this page; 8 publish a contact page; 7 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 Syracuse first?
An email address is published by 7 of the 10 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.
Impact Martial Arts
“The answer was "that's not an option" and I knew that kind of response could not always be achieved but I also knew the heart of intention was 100 percent and it gave me great comfort as my kiddo learned”
Tearney's Martial Arts
“My child started attending classes at Tearneys @ Township 5 in Camillus 6 months ago and it was the best decision we've made so far!!”
Villari's Martial Arts Centers
“Learn how to defend yourself against various weapons / multi attackers or one on one with the personal instruction of Master Ken.”
Lawrence World Class Karate
“My children learned developed the values they have today thanks to Lawrence World Class Karate.”
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about schools near Syracuse
- “Wonderful place to learn true Okinawan Karate. Instructors are extremely friendly and highly skilled.” — from a review of CNY Okinawan Karate & Kobudo Schools
- “The welcoming atmosphere fosters a sense of community, making it a place where kids not only learn karate but also build confidence and friendships.” — from a review of Karate John's Martial Arts Center
- “Our kids love it here! Instructors give kids lots of confidence, reinforce positive behaviors, encourage physical activity and forms.” — from a review of Impact Martial Arts
- “Tearney's is an amazing dojo. The instructors are like family to us.” — from a review of Tearney's Martial Arts
- “The teachers are so patient and really give that extra effort towards our boys!” — from a review of Master McDowell's World Class Taekwondo
Excerpts from public reviews of the schools listed on this page.
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