Karate Clubs in New Zealand
Train, grow, and achieve discipline with karate clubs across New Zealand
Karate clubs provide opportunities to learn this traditional martial art that combines physical strength, mental discipline, and self-defence. In New Zealand, karate clubs welcome people of all ages, offering pathways from beginner training to advanced practice and competition.
Featured Karate Clubs
Shoshinjyuku Wadokai Karate Club.
π Huntington, Hamilton, Waikato
Shoshinjyuku Wadokai Karate Club in Hamilton offers small karate classes for all ages, from beginners to competitive athletes. Train in Kumite and Kata today!
New Zealand Kyokushin Karate Club Ltd - Johnsonville Dojo
π Johnsonville, Wellington, Wellington
Join New Zealand Kyokushin Karate Club Ltd - Johnsonville Dojo in Wellington for expert Kyokushin karate training, fitness, and self-defence programmes.
Te Awamutu Seido Karate Club
π Te Awamutu, Waikato
Join Te Awamutu Seido Karate Club in Waikato for traditional Seido Karate training. Improve fitness & confidence with 2 free classes for beginners (8+ yrs)!
Kihikihi Kyokushin Karate
π Kihikihi, Waikato
Discover Kihikihi Kyokushin Karate, a family-oriented club in Waikato teaching Kyokushin Karate to all ages. First 2 classes free for beginners!
What is a Karate Club?
A karate club is a place where members practise kata (forms), kumite (sparring), and kihon (fundamentals) under the guidance of experienced instructors. Training develops physical skills such as speed, strength, and coordination, while also teaching respect, patience, and discipline.
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Shoshinjyuku Wadokai Karate Club.
π Huntington, Hamilton, Waikato
Shoshinjyuku Wadokai Karate Club in Hamilton offers small karate classes for all ages, from beginners to competitive athletes. Train in Kumite and Kata today!
New Zealand Kyokushin Karate Club Ltd - Johnsonville Dojo
π Johnsonville, Wellington, Wellington
Join New Zealand Kyokushin Karate Club Ltd - Johnsonville Dojo in Wellington for expert Kyokushin karate training, fitness, and self-defence programmes.
Te Awamutu Seido Karate Club
π Te Awamutu, Waikato
Join Te Awamutu Seido Karate Club in Waikato for traditional Seido Karate training. Improve fitness & confidence with 2 free classes for beginners (8+ yrs)!
Kihikihi Kyokushin Karate
π Kihikihi, Waikato
Discover Kihikihi Kyokushin Karate, a family-oriented club in Waikato teaching Kyokushin Karate to all ages. First 2 classes free for beginners!
Masterton Karate Club
π Solway, Masterton, Wellington
Join Masterton Karate Club in Wellington for expert karate training. Classes Mon & Wed, 6.30pm-8.30pm at St James Church Hall. Only $40/month!
Upper Hutt Karate Club
π Elderslea, Upper Hutt, Wellington
Join Upper Hutt Karate Club in Wellington for traditional Goju-Ryu Karate training. Learn Kata, Kumite, and self-defence with expert instruction in Upper Hutt.
Karate Club - Lower Hutt
π Wainuiomata, Lower Hutt, Wellington
Join Karate Club - Lower Hutt for expert martial arts training in Wellington. Sessions every Tuesday at Wainuiomata High School. New members welcome!
Counties Shotokan Karate
π Pukekohe, Auckland
Join Counties Shotokan Karate in Auckland for expert karate classes in Pukekohe, Waiuku, Drury, and Maraetai. Perfect for all levels of martial arts training.
Waihi Shotokan Karate Club
π Waihi, Waikato
Join Waihi Shotokan Karate Club in Waihi, Waikato for engaging karate classes for all ages. Adults $10/week, kids & teens $5/week. Train Mondays, Tuesdays & Thursdays at Anglican Church Hall β welcoming beginners to veterans.
Hamilton Wado-Kai Karate Club Inc
π Hamilton East, Hamilton, Waikato
Hamilton Wado-Kai Karate Club Inc offers Wado-style karate classes for nippers, children, teens, and adults in Hamilton, Waikato. Recognised by the World Karate Federation, build fitness and discipline through expert instruction.
Bumonjuku Karate Club
π Te Kamo, WhangΔrei, Northland
Bumonjuku Karate Club offers Shotokan karate training in WhangΔrei, Northland. Non-commercial dojo with affordable fees, inclusive for all ages and backgrounds. Kenseikan: the area's only Shotokan hub for respectful, skill-building sessions.
Benefits of Joining Karate Clubs
Karate improves fitness, flexibility, and self-defence ability. It also builds self-confidence and resilience through structured learning and goal-setting, such as belt gradings. Socially, karate clubs create supportive environments where members encourage each other and form lasting friendships.
Karate Clubs in New Zealand
Karate clubs are active across New Zealand in schools, dojos, and community centres. They cater to children, adults, and competitive athletes. Many clubs also participate in tournaments and demonstrations, showcasing the martial art to local communities.