Martial Arts Schools near Kearny

“Where champions are made ! I’ve been going to this school since I was 3 years old and continue to admire it every day. They strive for greatness and push every student to be the best they can. I’m proud to call myself a student and competitions athlete of this school.“

“My son has been a student with UWA for 2 years. Since joining, he has become more confident and challenges himself to be better everyday. He has learned so much and found a sense of family among his dojo friends and staff. We are grateful to Master Wright and his incredible staff for helping us to instill discipline, respect for self and others, as well as a sense of accomplishment and pride!“

“I enrolled my daughter and niece's into this school a few months ago. After seeing how obsessed my daughter is with Akido and with some encouragement from Sempi Frank and Daniel, I got on the mat. It was the best decision.You get to train with both the students and Sempi’s. And let me tell you, the Sempi’s are great!! I have had the pleasure to be trained by Sempi Daniel, Olga, Darrel, Barry, Paul, and Tom,(who’s a total bada$$). They are all patient and encouraging.The best part about training here is that you feel at home.Sensi Jay believes in creating more than just a school. He believes in creating a community and he has succeeded. He makes you feel welcomed from the first day.So if you are on the fence about joining, I encourage you to come in and try one class. You won’t regret it. Plus, it’s a great workout!!“

“our son LOVED his week at nature camp! he is really happy and enjoyed exploring the forest and learning about all of its inhabitants while making friends. Candace and Ray were so welcoming and understanding of kids who need a little extra time to feel comfortable in a new environment. at the end of the program our son was so confident and proud to take us on the trail their group would take. so glad we decided to sign him up for camp and that there is a nature program that also involves discovering and studying the environment a little further. looking forward to going to camps again in the future!“

“This place has been life changing for my family! Can’t say how please I am with everything. Such a safe environment for young adults with a great vibe! It’s a pleasure to be part of this community. 10 stars!!!!“

“Incredible! Everyone here, from the instructors, to the owners are humble and want to help you out. I knew I wanted to be active but was not wanting to go to a traditional gym. Glad I stopped by and signed up. My favorite part is there are other people here in the same boat as me, looking to make a change and be around like minded individuals. There’s no pressure and you are never forced into contact or anything that makes you uncomfortable. It’s nice when your “no face hits” boundary is respected. 5 stars!“

“Great atmosphere. Beautiful and fun to train and learn some serious self defense and skills that will go beyond the mat.“

“Great programing, staff, and trainers. Would recommend this place to any parent or to anyone looking to try something new!“

“Our six year old son has been attending for almost a year. He loves it and so do we. The instructors are wonderful and they are extremely patient and knowledgeable. He has benefited tremendously from the structure and discipline and he looks forward to going to every class!“

“If you’re looking for place where your kids can learn self defense, respect, discipline, build confident and stay active, this martial arts studio is the place to be!!“

“I went to Square Circle for a few years. I came in with absolutely no idea on how to kickbox let alone Muay Thai kickboxing. Not only did I learn kickboxing but I learned Brazilian Jujitsu as well. The instructors in both Kickboxing and BJJ are experienced fighters who professionally have completed in professional tournaments. I have made friends that I still talk to and have stayed in contact with. The school itself is well kept with the equipment and floor being sprayed and sanitized after each class. Cleanliness at a gym is utmost important and, in this facility, you will find it to be very well kept. The atmosphere during class is high energy and friendly. The instructors do an excellent job in welcoming new people and are attentive to their skill level. There is this tight bond that everyone has with each other before, during and after class. Whether you are an experienced kickboxer or have experience with BJJ or you want to learn either one I would highly recommend this school. Its friendly, knowledgeable, clean, the instructors are well experienced and the people who come to train are very diverse they come from all walks of life.“

“I went in to see if my kids will try it, but they were shy so I decided to try it, i completely fell in love with the sport! Sensei is very knowledgeable and has passion for what he teaches, after a year being here, my daughter now decided to practice it and she loves it! The staff is super friendly and respect is the most important here! Highly recommended!!!“

“I have been going here for ~7 years, and recently came back after 2, and the place is just as good as when I left. I have the best memories from here. I'm only a belt away from a black belt and I'm so happy to say I am still working on it!P.S. Mrs. Larissa and Fiona are my favorite teachers :))“

“My son loves Master Joe, he was first introduced via his school. Now I got him signed up for unlimited classes. 100% recommend ?“

“Great place to learn and improve. The instructors do a great job of gaging a student's abilities and play accordingly.I can't recommend this place enough.“

“The best wrestling club I've ever come across. Tons of mat space and equipment, tons of talent, incredible pedigree. All the best mma and bjj guys cross-train here. Other reviews seem to be somewhat out of date, this is mainly a wrestling gym now and no longer offers muay thai or boxing.“

“I have been a member of CruzMMA for about 2 weeks now and my experience has been nothing short of amazing. All instructors are clear and concise with instructions. It is a competitive environment but everyone at the gym is nice and truly cares about each other. I have improved technique and form in a short matter of time. Professor Plinio and Professor Thiago are the best instructors I’ve had in a long time. Highly recommend CruzMMA if you live in the area or if you are looking for a new environment to get great training.“

“Amazing place! My son loves each class and has been going for almost 2 years. He has learned so much in this time! They staff is supportive and helpful and really cares about each and every one of them. Highly recommend.“

“Master Lee is an amazing person and extremely knowledgeable about the philosophy of martial arts. In addition, he is an excellent instructor. I highly recommend his facility. My 13 year old son loves going to Master Lee's facility.“

“This a such a great school , you learn so much about Kung fu but you also learn who you are as a person. It is a mind and body school. You learn how to focus and get rid of those loud outside distractions in life. This school is about balance as well as to how to protect yourself. My family have been coming to this school for almost 14 years, yes, 14 years and it has made us strong. This schools (people) has become part of our family. We are strong together! Come and check us out and see what I am talking about.“

“The instructors really care about their students and are very patient. You should come here if you are trying to learn karate.“

“My kid has been attending for three years it's a great community. Master Lee is do great with all the kids. Great staff“

“Excellent Karate class. Shiihan is truly an expert in Kyokushin karate and he conducts his classes in a way that instills value and comraderie. I see that in all his students no matter the belt color.“

“New Jersey Tae Kwon Do Chung Do Kwan has been an amazing experience for our youngest child, who sometimes takes a while to warm up to people and new situations. Yet within a couple of weeks, we saw in him a new confidence and an eagerness to attend class and demonstrate his newfound skills, which was a big change, especially with other sports we had tried.Steve is a kind of kid-whisperer in how he teaches classes, instilling in the students a healthy respect for the traditions of tae kwon do and providing encouragement every step of the way. Our child progressed through increasing belt levels regularly, and he was deservedly proud of his accomplishments. The space itself is airy, clean and well-lighted, which makes it a pleasure to visit. We're thankful for the positive impact it's had on our kid!“

“For anyone who wants to learn capoeira or simply train their body in ways they never thought possible, GLDC is the most welcoming of any capoeira academy I have been to, starting with the group leader.“

“This school is as good as it gets. The lead instructor Sifu Cepero is a gifted teacher and incredibly knowledgeable in all aspects of Martial Arts. To progress, it's rigorous, and you have to earn everything you get. Our 6 year old has learned a ton and continues to improve his skills which translate into all areas of life.“