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Holloway's Isshin-Ryu Karate School
“Dan is a great guy, and the instructors seem to really know their stuff.”
Best Karate Classes near Waterford, MI
1 of these schools is based in Waterford; the others serve Waterford from towns including Novi (14 mi), Troy (13 mi) and Wixom (13 mi).
16 open weekends · 23 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
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Gracie Barra Novi
- Professor
- Environment
- Muay Thai
“We love Gracie Barra, the coaches and classes have had a profound impact on our sons ability to focus, accountability and motivation in and out of the gym.”
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Mastery Martial Arts
- Program
- Life Skills
- Leader
“They teach the skills needed to be confident, to be a leader, how to think for themselves, learn a little responsibility and, of course, the martial arts 😊.”
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Troy Martial Arts
- Integrity
- Confidence
- Respect
“Troy Martial Arts is a fantastic place to not only learn courtesy, integrity, and self control but also an institute to push your body to do amazing things!”
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Krav Maga Detroit
- Fitness
- Skills
- Self Defense
“Welcoming environment, hands on teaching, and highly skilled staff makes KMD a must do for someone who is looking for practical self defense and a killer work out.”
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Ima Sports Novi
“Classes are structured to be both challenging and helpful for all levels of experience or fitness and coaches make time to give lots of individual feedback and direction while drilling.”
Karate schools listed for Waterford, MI 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.
Area overview: Waterford, MI
The 24 schools on this page are rated from 4.3 to 5.0 across 1,729 reviews; 10 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 professionalism (95%), value (90%) and quality (88%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "skills", "atmosphere" and "confidence". 16 are open on Saturdays and 3 on Sundays. 1 lists staff certifications (CPR) and 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 15 websites of the schools on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2004. 1 offers a free trial or consultation and 5 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 24 of the schools on this page; 20 publish a contact page; 17 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 Waterford?
Bookings are taken through their own sites by 8 of the 24 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.
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Apex Jiu-Jitsu
- Mat
- Environment
- Muay Thai
“Professor Joe is an amazing instructor with tons of bjj experience and runs an excellent academy for any one of any age looking to practice jiu jitsu for any reason.”
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World Sports Fitness
- Feel
- Sensei
- Kickboxing
“A year later, I still attend both the strength training and kickboxing classes in a fun, non intimidating environment, and have met some great people along the way.”
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Akula Taekwondo
“Specially one of our kids struggles focusing and following directions and after a few months we have seen a lot of improvement on his overall attitude.”
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Ultimate Martial Arts Academy
- Young People
- Environment
- Karate
“I absolutely love this place and my son has finally found something that he enjoys that teaches discipline, respect, confidence, hard work 💪 and more.”
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Birmingham Martial Arts
- Class
- Studio
- Learn
“Both of my daughters love working with and learning from him, and he is so sweet with my littlest one, who sometimes feels shy and needs a little help getting moving.”
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Plowden's Championship Martial Arts Academy
- Everyday Life
- Human
- Karate
“Plowden championship Martial Art is a excellent traning center, Plowden's Championship Martial Arts Academy, founded by Richard Plowden in 1988, has been a cornerstone in the Metro-Detroit community for martial arts training.”
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Ayerst Choi Kwang-Do LLC
- Adults
- Self Defense
- Train
“He's in regular contact with the Choi Kwang Do International headquarters in Atlanta, ensuring he's aligned with the latest advancements in training and methodology.”
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Next Level Karate
“Great for summer camp for kids, too!!”
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Rhamma Krav Maga
“She teaches classes every week but honestly I highly recommend doing a personal session with Andrea if this is something that's really important to you , my boyfriend and I loved it and loved Andrea !”
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Inspire Martial Arts Academy
“My son has been doing martial arts here for a couple years and I just started.”
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Mejishi Martial Arts
- Sensei
- Classes
“Within a month I had joined a class as well and the instructors accepted my lack of knowledge in their art, prior experience in other arts, and persistent injuries and took them in a graceful stride that cannot be understated.”
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Servant's Heart Isshinryu Karate and Kobudo
“We are very happy with the atmosphere at the school, the teachers are top notch, caring, yet disciplined, and they give each child the attention they need to succeed.”
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Family Self Defense Center
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Simply Isshinryu Karate & Fitness
“This made my daughter stronger mentally and physically.”
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Ryukyu Academy
“Great instructors, my kid and myself had so much fun”
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Allegiance Jiu Jitsu
- Team
- Learn
- Judo
“Best place to learn BJJ, Judo, kickboxing, great instructors with a welcoming family like environment, it has been life changing experience mentally and physically, this is truly my happy place(: !”
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Cosens Martial Arts Grand Blanc LLC
“I truly feel we are getting an exceptional experience with Cosen's and our family is excited every night we get to go and watch the Little Ninja's class.”
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Double Dragon Tang Soo Do
- Desk
- Discipline
- Confidence
“My daughter Emily is a little dragon on Center Road and we have had a great experience having her under the leadership of Master Wheeler and the entire crew.”
Karate Training Services in Waterford, MI Cost Estimates
Minimum cost
$75
Maximum cost
$350
National Average
$100
Avg Per Hour Rates
$45
$80
$180
Typical price range is based on 515 cost profiles
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