What ages does the school teach?

From age 3. At Fitness First The Palm Dubai the groups are 3-5, 6-8 and 9+ years; at the other venues they are 3-6 and 7-10+. Courses are Kids Karate (3-6), School Kids Karate (7-10) and Teens Karate (10+), plus VIP 1:1 private and self-defence courses.

When are classes at each venue?

The Palm (Fitness First, Nakheel Mall): Wednesdays and Fridays, 4-5PM for 3-5 years, 5-6PM for 6-8 and 6-7PM for 9+. Jumeirah Park (Zen Yoga): Mondays. Mudon (Fitness First): Tuesdays. Port de La Mer (Eka Mai): Thursdays. Those three run 4-5PM for 3-6 years and 5-6PM for 7-10+.

Is there a free trial?

Yes, new students can book a free trial lesson. Cancel at least 12 hours before by phone or WhatsApp to avoid a penalty.

Where are the venues?

Fitness First The Palm Dubai at Nakheel Mall on Palm Jumeirah; Zen Yoga, Jumeirah Park East Pavilion, G17 Street; Fitness First Mudon, Community Center, Mudon; and Eka Mai Holistic Yoga & Meditation, Port de La Mer, Jumeirah 1.

How much does it cost?

Fees are not published; the school gives them on request. Memberships are paid in full upfront and cannot be cancelled, suspended or refunded, so ask for the full terms before you pay.

German Karate School Dubai — Karate Altinger

Combat SportsMartial Arts

New to Waha

Checked Oct 2026Details checked October 2026

Palm Jumeirah

Free trial

Ages3+years and up
Where2 branchesPalm Jumeirah, Jumeirah ParkSee on the map
Not publishedAskPrices and times

German Karate School Dubai (Altinger Karate LLC) teaches karate to children at four venues in Dubai: Fitness First The Palm Dubai at Nakheel Mall, Zen Yoga at Jumeirah Park, Fitness First Mudon and Eka Mai at Port de La Mer. Each venue has its own weekday, and the Palm venue runs Wednesdays and Fridays. Across the school, the courses are Kids Karate (3-6 years), School Kids Karate (7-10 years) and Teens Karate (10+ years), plus VIP 1:1 private courses and self-defence courses. Classes run in small groups of around 15 children with 2 instructors. The school says it teaches traditional karate technique with music and adds a short theory element on safety rules and life skills. It also says Karate Altinger has taught children in Germany for more than 20 years and is certified by the Bavarian government as a state-recognised educational institution. Classes are offered in German and English, and new students can start with a free trial lesson.

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The activity

Martial Arts, explained

Karate is a martial art from Japan built on stances, blocks, punches and kicks. Children learn techniques through drills, practise kata (set sequences of movements) and, as they progress, controlled work with a partner. Many schools use a coloured-belt system, so kids have clear goals and can see their own progress. Alongside fitness, balance and coordination, a karate class asks children to focus, listen to the instructor, keep self-control and respect their training partners, which is why parents of both shy and very lively children often look at it. Classes for the youngest are shorter and more playful; at this school the youngest group starts at 3.

Who it's for

Children from age 3. Age groups vary by venue: at Fitness First The Palm Dubai they are 3-5, 6-8 and 9+ years; at Jumeirah Park, Mudon and Port de La Mer they are 3-6 and 7-10+. Course names: Kids Karate (3-6), School Kids Karate (7-10), Teens Karate (10+), plus VIP 1:1 private and self-defence courses. Beginners and children with some experience are both welcome.

What to expect

Start with a free trial lesson, booked by phone or WhatsApp on +971 50 783 3040. Sessions are one hour, on the weekday your venue runs: Monday at Jumeirah Park, Tuesday at Mudon, Wednesday and Friday at the Palm and Thursday at Port de La Mer. Groups are around 15 children with 2 instructors, and the school says lessons use music and include a little theory on safety and life skills. If you need to cancel a trial, do it at least 12 hours ahead by phone or WhatsApp to avoid a penalty. Fees are given on request and memberships are paid in full upfront and are non-refundable. Kit: ask the school. Pick a venue on this page to see its day and times.

Highlights

Four Dubai venues: The Palm (Wed & Fri), Jumeirah Park (Mon), Mudon (Tue) and Port de La Mer (Thu) (germankarateschool.com)
Small groups of around 15 children with 2 instructors (germankarateschool.com)
Free trial lesson for new students (germankarateschool.com)
Classes in German and English (germankarateschool.com)
Palm groups 3-5, 6-8 and 9+; other venues 3-6 and 7-10+ (germankarateschool.com)

Why parents rate it

What parents say on Google

On Google, the Jumeirah Park venue is rated 5.0 from 5 reviews. Each branch's own rating shows when you pick it.

The facts

Ages: From 3
Palm venue groups: 3-5, 6-8, 9+
Other venues: 3-6, 7-10+
Courses
Kids Karate: 3-6
School Kids Karate: 7-10
Teens Karate: 10+
(germankarateschool.com)
Prices: Ask the provider
Schedule: Fitness First The Palm Dubai (Nakheel Mall): Wed & Fri 4-5PM (3-5 yrs), 5-6PM (6-8 yrs), 6-7PM (9+ yrs); Zen Yoga Jumeirah Park: Mon; Fitness First Mudon: Tue; Eka Mai, Port de La Mer: Thu - 4-5PM (3-6 yrs), 5-6PM (7-10+ yrs) (germankarateschool.com)
Trial: Free trial lesson; cancel at least 12 hours ahead by phone or WhatsApp (germankarateschool.com)
Languages: German, English
Where: Fitness First The Palm Dubai, Nakheel Mall, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai
How to book: germankarateschool.com/uae · +971 50 783 3040 · [email protected]
Opening hours: Mon–TueClosed
Wed4–7pm
ThuClosed
Fri4–7pm
Sat–SunClosed

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Questions parents ask

Good to know

Classes Wednesday and Friday: 4-5PM (3-5 years), 5-6PM (6-8 years), 6-7PM (9+ years) (germankarateschool.com)
Free parking lot, wheelchair-accessible car park and toilet (Google listing)
Memberships are paid in full when you join, and cannot be cancelled, suspended or refunded; fees are given on request (germankarateschool.com)
Trial cancellations need at least 12 hours' notice, by phone or WhatsApp only (germankarateschool.com)
A parent signs the terms and a waiver for minors before joining; both are downloadable on the site (germankarateschool.com)
Payment by bank transfer or payment link in AED (germankarateschool.com)
Palm venue: free parking lot, wheelchair-accessible car park and toilet (Google listing)