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Barrie Karate
“I highly recommend this karate studio to anyone looking for quality martial arts training in a supportive atmosphere!”
Best Karate Classes near Essa, ON
These schools serve Essa from nearby bases in towns including Barrie, Keswick and Alliston.
10 schools listed · 8 open weekends · 9 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 16, 2026
Stasis
“Walking into Stasis felt safe, comfortable, and inclusive without insisting on itself, while simultaneously conducting structured and professional training.”
Rei Karate-do
“These 2 couple are amazing people, anyone looking to get into the art of karate should definitely check these guys out”
Legacy Taekwondo Martial Arts & After School Program
“It's the perfect setting for kids to engage in a beneficial workout, gain self-defense skills, and develop essential self-discipline”
TNT School Of Martial Arts
“Ive been attending for a couple months now, and I can confidently say ive never seen such an uplifting, passionate, strong, and respectful sensei in my life.”
Lewis' Karate Schools
“They are great trainers have great coaches and overall is a great karate school”
Karate schools listed for Essa, ON fill the 10 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: Essa, ON
The 10 schools on this page are rated from 4.4 to 5.0 across 785 reviews; 6 have 50 or more reviews and 9 are rated 4.5 or higher. The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "atmosphere", "confidence" and "skills". 8 are open on Saturdays. 6 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 25 years. 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 10 of the schools on this page; 7 publish a contact page; 9 list a public email and 3 take bookings online. We count these figures across the schools on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the school before you enrol.
Can I email karate schools listed for Essa first?
An email address is published by 9 of the 10 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.
The Karate Dojo
“I cant say how awesome and amazing Steve is with the kids and everything he teaches is great.”
Jennings School Of Karate
“One of the best in Canada”
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Rumble Martial Arts and Fitness
“You'll grow your combat skills and fitness but even more valuable, incredible friendships”
Keswick Karate
“Everyone at Keswick Karate has been so welcoming and truly know how to treat their students.”
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What students and parents say about schools near Essa
- “I would recommend Barrie karate to anyone looking for a fun , engaging, confidence building and skill learning activity for their children !” — from a review of Barrie Karate
- “Since joining the dojo, my son has developed greater self-discipline, respect, focus, self-confidence and he takes great pride in his accomplishments.” — from a review of The Karate Dojo
- “Stasis has given me both the confidence and excitement to be better at my job so I can protect myself and those around me.” — from a review of Stasis
- “The level of instruction is excellent. We highly recommend it to anyone looking for karate or jiu jitsu classes for children in a supportive, mastery-focused environment.” — from a review of Lewis' Karate Schools
- “Keswick karate is the best in town! Sensei is patient with the kids and yet still firm in teaching discipline and form.” — from a review of Keswick Karate
Excerpts from public reviews of the schools listed on this page.
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