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U.S. Black Belt
“With 3 kids we've tried lots of extracurricular activities but this place goes above and beyond to teach children not only the art of taekwondo but also positivity, respect, and hard work.”
Best Karate Classes near Utica, NY
None of these schools is based in Utica; they work from towns including Rome (15 mi), Manlius (38 mi) and Syracuse (46 mi).
21 schools listed · 10 open weekends · 19 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
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Bailey's Karate School of Herkimer
“Sensei Arcuri has built a wonderful, safe, fun, learning environment.”
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Bailey's Karate School
“I'm very proud to see our students grow into better human beings and can say that my personal experience as a student has instilled in me traits that have allowed me to push through all of the challenges I have encountered throughout my life.”
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Swifts Martial Arts
- Self-Defense
“Their approach to self-defense is important for those of us that might find ourselves in a dangerous situation, especially younger students that will encounter bullying as they grow older.”
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Staple's Karate Studios
“The Best Around!”
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Tang Soo Do of CNY Karate
“Dojang is a certified studio of the World Tang Soo Do Association, dedicated to preserving traditional martial arts.”
Karate schools listed for Utica, NY fill the 21 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: Utica, NY
20 of the 21 schools on this page have a rating, from 4.0 to 5.0 across 697 reviews; 2 have 50 or more reviews and 19 are rated 4.5 or higher. 10 are open on Saturdays. 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. 13 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 60 years. 3 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 18 of the schools on this page; 13 publish a contact page; 11 list a public email and 3 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 Utica first?
An email address is published by 11 of the 21 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.
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Oneida Karate Club
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CNY Okinawan Karate & Kobudo Schools
- Skills
- Boys
- Self Defense
“The only authentic martial arts school in the Syracuse area.”
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Master McDowell's World Class Taekwondo
- Big Family
- Son
- Family Oriented
“We also appreciate that we can bring our kids to kids only classes, my husband and I can go to adult classes OR we can all attend together as a family (or all of the above since there is no limit to the amount of classes you can attend).”
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Impact Martial Arts
“There is a strong sense of family and trust among both the instructors and students and we are finding ourselves using the tools my daughter is learning to help her in the every day.”
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Impact Martial Arts & Fitness
“Renshi Jeff Groesbeck and his team have been active in the community, and the skills they teach at their classes will last a student their whole life through- far beyond when the class ends.”
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American Zen-Do Kai Karate Studio
“Excellent instruction from extremely knowledgeable, disciplined and dedicated professionals.”
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Lawrence World Class Karate
“I loved going to Karate i hade a grate time grate people there to teach you I stop going when I was a 2 Striped purple belt I am thinking about going back I miss it 100%”
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Okinawa Karate Gōjū Style
“In both instances she used the skills she was taught to remove herself from danger without even hurting the other kids and now even her principal (who was against the idea of training her to defend herself) approves.”
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Karate John's Martial Arts Center
“! There are several special guests throughout the year as well as Parent Noght Out where you can safely enjoy a night out while your child is engaged in healthy and fun activities”
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Duncan's Martial Arts Academy
“Very professional, works amazing with children and keeps the classes educational as well as fun.”
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Liverpool Team Andrello Martial Arts
“Throughout that time she has made countless friends, she has gained confidence and self respect, and she has learned some life long skills of self defense, courtesy for others, and how to overcome obstacles.”
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Tearney's Martial Arts
- Son
- Kyoshi
- Motivating
“Aside from learning traditional martial arts, students learn focus, self-control, balance, strength, self-discipline, respect, self-defense and self-motivation in a family friendly environment.”
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Villari's Martial Arts Centers
“Excellent teachers who prepare you for the real thing, and it's a fun,friendly environment.”
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Uechi-Ryu Karate School
“My daughter is developing confidence and skill through the one on one teaching provided through the school.”
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Kensho-Do Karate
Karate Training Services in Utica, NY Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$81
Maximum cost
$375
National Average
$107
Avg Per Hour Rates
$49
$86
$193
Fair price range is based on 397 cost profiles
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about schools near Utica
- “My son Matthew started Karate about a month ago and I've already seen improvement in his confidence.” — from a review of Karate John's Martial Arts Center
- “They have greatly helped our child increase his confidence and skills, in and out of the dojo.” — from a review of CNY Okinawan Karate & Kobudo Schools
- “My children went there and they learned so much about themselves and the confidence that karate & the instructors gave them was invaluable.” — 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
- “My son loves it at Karate John's. They are great with kids and help to build up their self esteem.” — from a review of Karate John's Martial Arts Center
Excerpts from public reviews of the schools listed on this page.
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