Martial Arts

Martial Arts Classes - Auckland

Looking for martial arts classes in Auckland for your child? Whether it's karate, taekwondo, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, or general self-defence, Auckland offers a wide range of after-school martial arts programs for kids and teens. These classes help build confidence, discipline, focus, and physical fitness in a safe and supportive environment. Explore options across Central Auckland, North Shore, South Auckland, and beyond to find the right martial arts school near you.

Lion Budokan Karate International

Description: Curriculum consists of a mix of traditional Karate and modern self-defence training. They believe Karate is a complete system of life that requires balanced work on body and mind. Classes in Avondale, Blockhouse Bay, New Lynn, New Windsor and Mt Roskill.

Sorriso Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Description: Learn the art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for fun, health and self-defense. Suitable for children aged 5 to 12 years old. Located in Grafton, Central Auckland.

Wu Jao Martial Arts Academy

Description: Kids kung fu class designed for children aged 5 to 11 years old. The program requires less repetition and has more variety of training regimes to accommodate shorter attention spans, teaching children to focus their mind on tasks in a positive and inspiring art form.

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu on Waiheke

Description: Jiu-Jitsu, or Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu as it is commonly named outside Brazil, is a grappling orientated martial art/combat sport. Classes are available for kids aged 6 to 8 years, 9 to 12 years, teens and adults. Located at Waiheke Recreation Centre.

Jyoshinmon Shorin-Ryu

Description: Active in New Zealand since 1971 with three dojos throughout Auckland. The club has produced winning competitors in national tournaments and international championships representing New Zealand. Locations in Manurewa, New Lynn and Onehunga.

Chidokan Karate NZ

Description: Teaching Traditional Japanese Karate-do to children 6 to 16 years and adults. Classes available in three Auckland locations: New Lynn, Takapuna and Papatoetoe.

Simplesmente Capoeira Auckland

Description: Fun, active Capoeira classes for kids on Mondays where they can try this Brazilian martial art camouflaged with dance. They will improve their coordination, sociability, musicality, self-confidence and flexibility while practicing Capoeira techniques, acrobatics, percussion instruments & singing. Suitable for ages 6 to 12 years old.

Spartafit Karate Classes for Kids

Description: Karate Kids offers a karate programme for children aged 5 and over. It is the ideal environment for your child to learn martial arts – it's welcoming, encouraging and fun. All classes are designed specifically for children. Located in Northcote, North Shore.

Shaolin Kempo Herne Bay

Description: Shaolin Kempo is a fun and energetic Martial Art in which children are taught skills that will last a lifetime. Classes are taught in a safe and structured environment with highly-skilled instructors. Students learn self-defence techniques through the ancient art of Chinese Gung-fu. Shaolin Kempo training helps to increase students' confidence in their own abilities and potential.


Remuera Taekwon-Do

Description: One of Auckland's established Taekwon-Do clubs. Children's classes combine safe Taekwon-Do skills with fun drills that are suitable for children and inspire great behaviour. Located at Remuera Intermediate School.

The Kung Fu School Grey Lynn

Description: The Kung Fu School opened in 1996 and offers classes at multiple Auckland locations including Grey Lynn, Remuera, One Tree Hill and Kingsland.