Karate Kid Martial Arts
4.8(347) on Google
4.4(10) on Google
4.8(42) on GoogleGolden Falcon Karate Centre
4.8(42) on Google
NewKarate Pro Martial Arts Academy
5.0(21) on Google
4.9(66) on GoogleJKA Shotokan Karate Club Dubai
4.9(66) on Google
4.9(85) on GoogleGolden Star Karate & Yoga Centre
4.9(85) on Google
4.9(191) on GoogleInternational Karate Centre
4.9(191) on Google
4.8(20) on GoogleDefender Karate Training Centre
4.8(20) on Google
4.8(51) on GoogleAl Taneen Body Fitness & Karate Institute
4.8(51) on Google
5.0(218) on GoogleKarate365 Branch of Japan Karate Association
5.0(218) on Google
IKO Kyokushinkai-Kan Karate Dubai Dojo
5.0(14) on Google
4.9(91) on GoogleLions Karate Martial Arts Club - Karama
4.9(91) on Google
Middle East Karate Academy - Al Quoz
4.3(16) on Google
5.0(52) on Google
5.0(50) on GoogleGuides for parents
Karate classes at a glance
| Provider | Area | Ages | From price | Google rating (reviews) | Free trial |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Karate365 Branch of Japan Karate Association | Silicon Oasis | 3 to 18 | Not published | 5.0 (218) | Yes |
| Champions Karate Academy | Motor City | 4 to 18 | Not published | 5.0 (52) | Not listed |
| Dojo Dan Karate Centre | International City | Not published | Not published | 5.0 (50) | Not listed |
| International Karate Centre | Al Barsha + 1 more | Not published | Not published | 4.9 (191) | Yes |
| SHURIKEN KARATE and KICKBOXING CENTRE | Al Karama | Not published | Not published | 4.9 (104) | Not listed |
| Lions Karate Martial Arts Club - Karama | Al Karama | 2 to 18 | Not published | 4.9 (91) | Yes |
| Golden Star Karate & Yoga Centre | Al Karama + 1 more | Not published | Not published | 4.9 (85) | Not listed |
| JKA Shotokan Karate Club Dubai | Silicon Oasis + 1 more | 4 to 18 | From AED 299 a month | 4.9 (66) | Yes |
| Sun and Stars Karate Center | Al Nahda + 1 more | Not published | Not published | 4.9 (39) | Not listed |
| Force Strike Martial Arts | Al Barsha | 4 to 17 | Not published | 4.9 (32) | Yes |
| Karate Sports Centre | International City | Not published | Not published | 4.9 (31) | Not listed |
| Karate Kid Martial Arts | Al Qusais + 6 more | Not published | Not published | 4.8 (347) | Yes |
| Ultimate Karate Center | Mirdif | 4 to 17 | Not published | 4.8 (59) | Not listed |
| Al Taneen Body Fitness & Karate Institute | Deira + 1 more | Not published | Not published | 4.8 (51) | Not listed |
| Golden Falcon Karate Centre | Al Karama + 4 more | Not published | Not published | 4.8 (42) | Not listed |
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More karate dojos and clubs for kids, A to Z
Each has its own Waha page: what to expect, the ages it takes and the questions parents ask.
- 247 Martial Arts, Oud Metha
- Al Jadeed Karate Club, Al Qusais
- Al-Abtal Karate Team, Trade Centre
- Champions Karate Academy, Motor City
- Dojo Dan Karate Centre, International City
- Force Strike Martial Arts, Al Barsha
- Golden Falcon Karate Centre, Al Karama
- Golden Fist International Academy, Business Bay
- Golden Star Karate & Yoga Centre, Al Karama
- IKO Kyokushinkai-Kan Karate Dubai Dojo, Al Quoz
- International Karate Centre, Al Barsha
- JKA Shotokan Karate Club Dubai, Silicon Oasis
- JKA Taidokan Karate, Deira
- Karate Altinger, Palm Jumeirah
- Karate Kick Martial Arts, Muhaisnah
- Karate Kid Martial Arts, Al Qusais
- Karate Pro Martial Arts Academy, Al Nahda
- Karate1combat, Damac Marina
- Karate365 Branch of Japan Karate Association, Silicon Oasis
- Lions Karate Martial Arts Club - Karama, Al Karama
- Middle East Karate Academy - Al Quoz, Al Quoz
- Okinawa Karate &Kickboxing Martial Arts Club, Al Barari
- OMF Martial Arts Club, Deira
- Seibukan Karate Academy, JLT
- SHURIKEN KARATE and KICKBOXING CENTRE, Al Karama
- Sun and Stars Karate Center, Al Nahda
- Tiger Karate Martial Arts Club, Al Warqa
- Trainer4Kids TKD, Jumeirah
- Ultimate Karate Center, Mirdif
Questions parents ask about karate
What age can children start karate classes in Dubai?
Of the 16 karate listings on Waha that publish their ages, the youngest groups start at 2 (1 listing). The most common starting age is 4 (8 listings). The oldest published age is 18. Each listing shows its ages where the provider publishes them, checked October 2026.
Which karate styles are taught in Dubai?
Dubai has Shotokan clubs, Kyokushin dojos and clubs teaching Okinawan karate, among others. Shotokan is known for long, deep stances and strong straight techniques. Kyokushin is a full-contact style, so ask how much contact the kids’ classes include. For a beginner, a class at the right level matters more than the style.
How do karate belts and gradings work?
Children start at white belt and move up through coloured belts, called kyu grades, by passing a grading where they show their basics, kata and partner work. Most clubs hold gradings a few times a year, usually with a fee for each one. Reaching black belt takes several years of regular training.
Is karate safe for young children?
Kids’ classes focus on technique, kata and controlled drills. Sparring, called kumite, is brought in gradually and with protective gear. Ask the dojo how its classes are split by age and how much contact beginners do.
What is the difference between karate and taekwondo?
Both are striking martial arts with a belt system. Karate, from Okinawa and Japan, uses hand techniques and kicks in roughly equal measure. Taekwondo, from Korea, puts more weight on kicks, especially high and spinning ones.
How much do karate classes cost in Dubai?
Each provider sets its own prices. 2 of the 37 karate listings on Waha publish a price: AED 299 a month and AED 100 a day. Prices are as each provider publishes them, checked October 2026, so ask what the fee includes.
What does my child need for a first karate class?
Comfortable sports clothes and a water bottle are enough for a first or trial class, and karate is trained barefoot. Once your child joins, the dojo will ask you to buy a gi and a belt, often through the club.
Which areas of Dubai have the most karate classes?
The most karate listings on Waha are in Al Karama (4), Deira (4) and Al Nahda (3), checked October 2026. Pick an area at the top of this page to see the listings there.
Do any karate classes in Dubai offer a free trial?
Yes: 14 of the 37 karate listings on Waha list a free trial class, checked October 2026. Message the provider on WhatsApp to book it, and ask what to bring.
Are there weekend karate classes in Dubai?
Yes: 6 karate listings on Waha publish Saturday or Sunday sessions on their timetable, checked October 2026. Other providers may run weekend classes too, so ask them.