American Dojo Martial Arts
“I went to American Dojo for a self defense class and felt so empowered when we finished.”
Best Karate Classes near Waukesha, WI
3 of these schools are based in Waukesha; the others serve Waukesha from towns including Milwaukee (15 mi), Brookfield (7 mi) and New Berlin (7 mi).
9 open weekends · all 12 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 18, 2026
Journey Martial Arts
“Their ability to work with anyone regardless of their needs is inspirational.”
Moy Yat Kung Fu School of Waukesha
“If you are looking for authentic Kung Fu practice, this is the right place!”
Wisconsin National Karate Kickboxing & Krav Maga
“The classes are challenging but rewarding and the instructors are very nice and fun!”
J.K. Lee Black Belt Academy
“Six months in and our son is progressing so well and loves his instructors and the feeling of achievement.”
Lake Country Martial Arts
“Even though sparring is a scary sight at first, the instructors assure that everything is safe by keeping a fair opponent, watching all their students to make sure everyone is safe, along with other safety precautions.”
Karate schools listed for Waukesha, WI fill the 12 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: Waukesha, WI
The 12 schools on this page are rated from 4.5 to 5.0 across 626 reviews; 4 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "confidence", "atmosphere" and "skills". 9 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. 7 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 29 years. 2 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 11 of the schools on this page; 8 publish a contact page; 5 list a public email and 4 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 Waukesha first?
An email address is published by 5 of the 12 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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Future Martial Arts
“He's extremely patient and engaging and enjoys the interactions he has with young people.”
Pettis Martial Arts
“Not only do they teach your kids how to defend them self, They are teaching my kids about respect and how important it is to respect at the gym but at home with their parents and at school with their teachers too.”
Hong's Taekwondo
“EXCELLENT class, if you want top notch training and interested in starting Taekwondo I recommend Hong's.”
Four Winds Martial Arts
“Sipin and all of the instructors for the firearms safety training class were extremely well-versed with years of experience to offer me and my family.”
Salick's Karate
“My son has been going here for 9+ years and still enjoys his time there.”
Sabir's Karate & Fitness
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