Martial Arts Schools near Keansburg

“Everything about this dojo is first class I genuinely love it here!The members all treat it like a home & Sensei is extremely approachable?“

“Our family had a wonderful experience at Ambition Martial Arts with Professor James Noto. My son trained there for about three years, and my daughter also .
The biggest difference we saw was in our son's confidence, discipline, focus, and behavior. The training taught him much more than martial arts—it helped him develop respect, perseverance, self-control, and valuable life skills. He learned Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, MMA, and kickboxing, while also gaining practical self-defense skills in a positive and encouraging environment.
Professor James Noto is an outstanding instructor who genuinely cares about his students. He knows how to challenge children while also making them feel supported and motivated. The atmosphere at the academy is respectful, family-friendly, and focused on helping every student grow both on and off the mat. We highly recommend Professor James Noto and his team to any parent looking for a place where their child can build confidence, discipline, character, and strong martial arts skills. Thank you for everything!“

“US Black Belt is such an amazing environment for young kids. They are extremely supportive, professional, and fun. We highly recommend!!“

“We absolutely love Master parks Black belt America of Marlboro. Instructors are very patient and encourage kids. Our daughter gained focus and confidence after joining here.“

“My kids love coming to karate! The instructors are so enthusiastic and make the experience so fun while the kids exercise and learn discipline and respect!“

“Black Belt America of Hazlet is a fantastic place for children to learn martial arts. The instructors are knowledgeable, supportive, and truly invested in each student’s growth. The curriculum keeps kids engaged, motivated, and excited to learn while building confidence, discipline, and respect. Watching how positively the children respond to the program has been amazing. My only regret is not signing my child up sooner! Highly recommend to any parent looking for a positive and enriching activity for their child.“

“We’ve been training here Master Curry Karate Jujutsu Ryu for about two years, and I felt it was time to leave a review. This place has been great for my son Jayden. He’s become more confident, more focused, and much more disciplined. The instructors are patient, supportive, and really know how to work with kids. Jayden actually looks forward to every class, and we’ve seen real progress both in his skills and his attitude. Highly recommend to any parent looking for a solid martial arts school.“

“My child attends Master Kang’s Taekwondo, and we truly love it. The instructor connects incredibly well with the kids — he knows how to joke and keep classes fun while still maintaining strong discipline.

I especially appreciate that he teaches important values like respect and goal setting, encouraging the kids to work hard and show their energy with confidence. It’s more than just martial arts — it’s about building character. Highly recommend!“

“My son has been going here for about a year and I absolutely love it here. It is the perfect mix of discipline and fun for the kids. They make every child feel confident and strong while teaching new skills. I have watched my timid 3 year old son turn into a more assertive and confident 4 year old. All the instructors are amazing with the kids. We are so happy we sent him here and cannot thank them enough!“

“For any newcomer in the area, I won’t pretend to be the most well traveled however I’ve travelled enough to say this is a high quality gym with:

Great Instruction
Well Run Class
Organized Structure
Beginner-Competitive Skill Levels
Wonderful Atmosphere

If I were to give anyone an example of what a community oriented Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Mixed Martial Arts Training Center should look like: this would be it.“

“Great Instructors. Very knowledgable of what they teach. Excellent BBJ Classes and Instructors. Highly recommend for any age.“

“Great people, great time! If you're into jiujitsu or just wanna have fun working out, come on by!!“

“Very impressed with their training! ? The facility is clean, organized, and professional. The staff is friendly, and the schedule is convenient. Well-deserved 5 stars! ?????“

“Great dojo. My son has been here about 8 months and we’re extremely happy with it.

The senseis are the real deal—firm, structured, and clear with expectations, but still patient and great with the kids. There’s a level of discipline here that you don’t see at a lot of places.

What stood out to us right away is that it doesn’t feel corporate or watered down. It’s focused, authentic, and you can tell they care about developing the kids, not just running classes.

We come 3–4 times a week and my son genuinely wants to be there. He’s improved a lot in his judo, but more importantly, his confidence, discipline, and overall attitude have noticeably leveled up.

If you’re comparing schools, this is the kind of place you want your kid in.“

“My son has been attending classes here for several months. Not only does he love it, but he feels more confident.“

“Such a great bunch of people, especially coach Fatjo and his staff!!! So happy we chose this place to come and learn BJJ and Muay Thai!!!“

“We left for a bit but when my kids wanted to restart , it was a no brainer! We are back and very happy. Sensei Evenson has an amazing team and I know my kids will learn at their pace -within a safe environment.“

“Have been coming here for years. Took a long break and just got back into it a couple months ago. Competed a placed all times!! Very old school way of teaching. No talking, laughing or fooling around in the class. (Which is a good thing considering you don't want to get hurt). Felix has been doing this for about 30 years and I understand why. I would definitely recommend parents, students to give him a chance. Also, if you're a beginner looking to move up the ladder in the judo world and get into big competitions this is the school for you.“

“My 9-year-old son became interested in the sport, so we decided to stop by and check it out. The staff was incredibly generous and offered him a complimentary 45-minute class. He was hooked from the very beginning!
The owners and staff are professional, welcoming, and respectful. They create a positive environment that makes you feel comfortable right away. I highly recommend this business to anyone interested in learning and getting involved in the sport.“

“Very beautiful place I take my child there since it is the only sport he likes and he is learning many things.“