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24 schools listed · 18 in Tampa · 12 open weekends · 23 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
Karate schools listed for Tampa, FL fill the 24 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.
18 of the 24 schools we list are based in Tampa; the other 6 serve Tampa from towns including Wesley Chapel (17 mi), Lutz (10 mi) and Land O' Lakes (14 mi). The schools on this page are rated from 4.1 to 5.0 across 1,650 reviews; 14 have 50 or more reviews and 23 are rated 4.5 or higher. When students and parents rate these schools on specific qualities, they most often praise quality (91%), professionalism (88%) and communication (80%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "confidence", "skills" and "atmosphere". 12 are open on Saturdays and 3 on Sundays. 5 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 20 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 53 years. 1 offers a free trial or consultation and 1 is family- or locally-owned. We have a website on file for all 24 of the schools on this page; 18 publish a contact page; 19 list a public email and 7 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.
An email address is published by 19 of the 24 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.
- “Our son loves going to his dojo where he is taught daily the art of respect and building confidence within himself.” — from a review of Koenig Martial Arts
- “I love it here! Everyone is super friendly and helpful….The teachers are amazing at guiding you, giving you tips and encouraging you along the way.” — from a review of Mt. Song Martial Arts Academy
- “My 8 year old absolutely adores this place. Everyone is so polite and courteous and we would 100% recommend this centre to anyone who wants to learn karate.” — from a review of New Tampa Karate
- “You can tell that the family has a deep passion for karate and genuinely cares about the progress of each student.” — from a review of Ingram's Karate Center
- “The atmosphere of the dojo is friendly, respectful, and dedicated to the pursuit of truth.” — from a review of Classic Martial Art Inc
Excerpts from public reviews of the schools listed on this page.
