Elevated Studios Martial Arts
“It's always a plus that coach Steve beats me worse than anyone but will always teach me many important gems and I feel I have always got a little better from an each class.”
Best Karate Classes in Wilmington, DE
15 schools listed · 5 in Wilmington · all 15 open weekends · 13 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 30, 2026
Master Pagano's Red Dragon Martial Arts
“Master P is a fantastic instructor - in addition to making every class, he's weaving in important lessons about this style of martial arts, overall wellness and good 'citizenship'.”
Pat Caputo's American Karate Studio
“Professional, engaged, carefully aligning the training with the level your child is at!”
Goju Training Center
“There are some great people there, and it is an inspirational experience too!”
Gentle Palm Martial Arts Center
“It's awesome and really cool, especially when the people use nunchucks cause nunchucks are super cool...”
Spirit Led Goju Ryu and Kobudo Institute
“Wilson demonstrates respect & discipline; with dedication he has formed a love & compassion for Guju & Kobudo.”
Karate schools listed for Wilmington, DE fill the 15 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: Wilmington, DE
5 of the 15 schools we list are based in Wilmington; the other 10 serve Wilmington from towns including Glen Mills, PA (9 mi), Kennett Square, PA (12 mi) and Newark (12 mi). The schools on this page are rated from 4.0 to 5.0 across 757 reviews; 5 have 50 or more reviews and 13 are rated 4.5 or higher. All 15 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. 3 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 13 websites of the schools on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2001. 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 14 of the schools on this page; 13 publish a contact page; 12 list a public email and 1 takes 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 Wilmington first?
An email address is published by 12 of the 15 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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Mahato Karate
“I have seen Shihan Grave guide his students to create not only a practice of martial arts but as teacher of leaders through winning ways and through his patient and proven techniques within the teaching and training of martial arts.”
Shoshin Karate Academy
“Through his guidance my son has been able to improve his skills in Tang Soo Do and continues to be motivated to attend classes still after so many years.”
Legacy Martial Arts
“I have watched my son go from white belt to green, with goals to carry on.”
American Karate Studios
“I love the flexible classes and no set schedule, which makes it easier for us to attend when life happens.”
Gary Quillen's Moo Sa Black Belt Academy
“Class times are convenient and my kids are gaining so much mentally and physically.”
Cornerstone Martial Arts
“This studio really helped my son learn both self defense and self control.”
Lawler's Kenpo Karate
“It is a great studio for kids and adults alike, and you can be sure that if you get a belt from this studio, you will have earned it and be well qualified to receive it.”
Level Up Black Belt Academy
“I truly love training at level up black belt academy with all my heart and soul and i recommend it for everyone🥋❤️!!!!!”
Kaze Shotokan Karate Club
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about schools in and near Wilmington
- “They have helped our son grow and given him confidence in all walks of life.” — from a review of Pat Caputo's American Karate Studio
- “The number of black belts on the mats speaks for itself — you’re always learning from experienced mentors.” — from a review of Elevated Studios Martial Arts
- “The karate is fun, challenging, strengthening and engaging; the character-building and behavioral lessons are fantastic.” — from a review of Shoshin Karate Academy
- “The school offers more than just karate and has students of all age ranges and ability levels--it's a very inclusive place.” — from a review of Pat Caputo's American Karate Studio
Excerpts from public reviews of the schools listed on this page.
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