Martial Arts Schools near Scotch Plains

“We came across ATA during Scotch Plains week back in 2024. My son was 2 turning 3 at the time but I really wanted him to try it out and see how he would do. It was one of the best decisions we ever made for him. He is now 4 turning 5 and ATA has been a consistent factor in his life. The instructors are all amazing, I can't brag about them enough. ATA has helped encourage his maturity, discipline and respect. He looks forward to every challenge and belt advancement. When he first started he couldn't even bow and now he's learning to spare with his classmates. We love this place so much that we brought our neighbors and after one class they signed up their boys as well. If you're looking for a place that will balance fun and discipline for your child, then you don't need to look anywhere else. I can't wait for our younger sons to be old enough to join their brother out on the mat one day. Thank you ATA for all you do!“

“Great experience! I visited Fight and Fitness MMA during the Wednesday sparring Muay Thai night. Everyone was very polite and friendly. All levels from advance and beginner. Very safe and friendly environment. Walt (the owner) extremely experienced and knowledgeable in his craft. Following Saturday I stop by on Saturday for open mat. I have zero experience in BJJ and I was welcome by Walt and his students. Walt even did a couple of rounds of boxing knowing that I don’t do BJJ. I end up rolling with some students and I learned a few techniques. I felt so welcome and encouraged to keep rolling! I highly recommended as gym to train or a quick visit if you are in town. Walt and his students are a pleasure to train with ! I had a great time. If I ever come back to the area I would stop by to beat up Walt again!! Be ready Walt.“

“My son and daughter are going for a year. We loved the environment and their caring of our children.
Specially their flexibility for timings and makeup classes is amazing“

“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!“

“Very friendly and welcoming! Staff are supportive and extremely knowledgeable. I’m learning so much and having fun.“

“My son who is almost 5 has been in Satori for almost 2 years. He absolutely loves the instructors and going to karate. They make learning fun for the kids. He has learned to be more focused. As a parent, I appreciate the chats the instructors have with the kids during class to help them strengthen their minds and bodies by doing the right thing and eating healthy. I would highly recommend parents putting their kids in Satori.“

“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.“

“Both my daughters love this place. Everyone is very friendly and welcoming. The prices are reasonable and timing are good.“

“My daughter has been a Moo Duk Kwan member since 2015. She loves practicing it! It has definitely helped shape her personality and build self confidence! The staff here are very helpful and always polite and caring! We love this federation and people here! National tournaments are the BEST!“

“My three year old loves this class. The instructors are wonderful at getting a room full of toddlers to pay attention and they make the class engaging and fun. I’m excited to see him grow in the program in the coming years!“

“Hello our Alden has been a member of Del Martial Arts for over 4 years and continues to benefit in numerous ways! Master Paul and his terrific staff provide Alden with excellent exercise, self discipline, a sense of accomplishment, all integrated with fun and companionship. if you are looking for any of the above experiences, please review the Del Martial Arts website, you will be so glad you did!“

“My daughter has been a proud member of White Tiger Dojo for over seven years, and it remains one of her favorite places to be. As parents, we are incredibly grateful for the life lessons, confidence, and character building that Sensei Darren instills in his students. We’re so thankful she has found a place that, in her words, “feels like family.” It gives me great peace of mind knowing she has a supportive environment to learn, grow, and be mentored by someone who truly cares about his students’ development and well-being. Thank you, White Tiger Dojo, for being such a meaningful part of our daughter’s growth.“

“MAFL has been and continues to be, an invaluable growing-up experience for our children! Not only have they learned the skills in karate but the importance of kindness, sharing, friendship, teamwork, and wholesome values. It is amazing to see our children level-up in their karate skills and to see how excited they get when they learn new things and how they are always happy to see their classmates and teachers. Master and Mrs B. are great teachers in and out of the class - and their commitment to supporting the community is outstanding!“

“I go to this class, and I love it so much. Taekwondo is something I really like and the master is also really really nice“

“We’ve had a wonderful experience at Master Yoo Summit Taekwondo! The instructors are outstanding — patient, encouraging, and truly dedicated to helping every child grow. They not only teach excellent Taekwondo skills but also focus on important life lessons like respect, discipline, and confidence.

The classes are well-structured, fun, and full of positive energy. It’s clear that the instructors care deeply about each student’s progress.

Highly recommend Master Yoo Summit Taekwondo to any parent looking for a program that builds strong minds and strong bodies!“

“I attended here about 20 years ago, when I was a youngster. I worked my way up to a Brown High belt before stopping. I have since returned with my daughter, taking classes together, and am very grateful Grandmaster Lee is still here every day without fail. Once my youngest is old enough, she will join us as well. I am so happy to be back!“

“Here's a great place to see you kids development under any circumstances, great staff, always caring and getting the best of your kiddo to succeed in discipline and obey even under HDAD or Autism diagnosis.. I give a 10 of 10 .“

“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.“

“We have been coming here for couple of years and I have seen my son’s confidence shine! He loves coming to his classes and gets rewards for his hard work! He also makes friends in his class. I also signed up my daughter who is in high school for kickboxing and she is also having a great time! She likes her exercises and she also made a friend. All the teachers are great! They are focused, helpful and friendly. They make it fun for kids but they can be serious when need be. They also host Laser or Nerf Wars every quarter so it’s a good Friday night to drop off your kids and have time to yourself! Their schedule is very flexible so we don’t have any problems when we go on vacation or miss classes. Mr. C is a wonderful human being! Great teacher and mentor to these kids!! I highly recommend UKF Springfield!!“

“The instructors here are so informative and skillful, both during in-person classes and virtual classes, they're funny, and they are so accepting and helpful. They don't laugh at you or berate you or force you when you're nervous or if there's something you can't do--they meet you where you are and help you work up to what you need and give you something you can do in the meantime. I highly recommend them. I just wish there was a dojo closer to my neighborhood. I'm so happy I found their virtual classes during the pandemic; this school turned 2020 around for me.“

“When my parents were looking for an aftercare to place me in, they found Tigers Martial Arts Academy. There, I learned the basics of taekwondo such as poomsae, sparring, and power kicks along with life lessons such as discipline, focus, perseverance, and patience. Through rigorous training from my instructors, I reached the first and second degree black belt. Currently, I teach younger students and contribute to the taekwondo community. I will continue taekwondo because success in taekwondo is a journey, not a destination.“

“BJJ is helping my son to build focus and self-discipline. Coach Pat has high but achievable expectations. He treats every child as if they are his own, and I can see that he wants them to grow their martial arts skills and succeed. Try a demo class.“

“This is the best Taekwondo school in New Jersey. Thanks to Master Kevin and Ms. Bonnie, our kids are not only learning a special skill taekwondo here but also learning discipline, following instructions and growing physical plus mental strength.“

“Master Israel is such a great master coming from one of his students. Not only has the taught me self discipline but he has taught me to love me and others ,treat others with kindness , respect, to always be aware, and so much more. I truly I’m so thankful for my parents bring me here. Master Israel is so amazing with his students even when he has a rough day he still puts a smile on his face and others . Not only teaching us martial arts but teaching us about the world and the obstacles it brings and helping us through them. Master Israel is there for all of us he really is amazing. He has made taeknowdo fun in so many ways, tells us the best stories and still gets what needs to be done. He has made taekwondo so much more than just some silly kicks and punches he has brought some much more to taekwondo while still add the original meaning and kicks/punches . You can tell how much he loves all his students and parents , only wanting the best for us . I’m so grateful and will always be grateful for him and taekwondo . Love you master Israel ???“

“My grandson has been coming here for a year now. He has gained so much confidence and really enjoys it!“

“This is a great place for learning the skills of martial arts. The instructors, especially Master Lee are professional and well informed on their practice. I highly recommend this for those interested in taekwondo“