Family Martial Arts Classes and Academies in New Jersey
19 of the 1,268 martial arts schools we track in New Jersey have family martial arts programs. This directory lists martial arts academies offering programs designed for parents and children to train together or at the same time. Schools in this section feature mixed-age classes or concurrent room schedules across disciplines such as Taekwondo, Karate, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Before enrolling, verify whether classes combine all ages on one mat or separate adults and kids into adjacent rooms during shared time slots. Full listings for every city are on the New Jersey page.
Belleville 1
K Martial Arts Belleville Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondo
383 Washington Ave, Belleville, NJ 07109-3736
🕒 4:00 PM - 8:15 PM
Belmar 1
A. Kastner's Family Taekwondo Karate / taekwondo
500 Main St, Belmar, NJ 07719-2174
Bergenfield 1
United Martial Arts Taekwondo Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondo
25 S Washington Ave, Bergenfield, NJ 07621-2324
Branchburg Twp 1
Martial Strength Training Academy Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
1349 US-202, Branchburg Twp, NJ 08853-4258
+19083332717 Website All Branchburg Twp martial arts schools
East Brunswick 1
하이마트 코리아 Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondo
162 Summerhill Rd, East Brunswick, NJ 08816-4929
🕒 00-9:00pm
+17329556870 Website All East Brunswick martial arts schools
Hainesport 1
Tsuru Ki Martial Arts Free trial classMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
1381 Route 38, Hainesport, NJ 08036-2728
🕒 Monday 6:30pm to 8pm
Hamilton Twp 1
Roman's Shin Karate Institute Kids classesKarate / taekwondo
2465 S Broad St, Hamilton Twp, NJ 08610-4700
Hazlet 1
Bayshore Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing
1444 State Route 36, Hazlet, NJ 07730-1736
Hoboken 1
Prime Taekwondo Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondo
720 Monroe St, Hoboken, NJ 07030-6300
🕒 Mon-Fri 2pm-8pm
Howell 1
Sovereign Martial Arts Kids classesFree trial classMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
2400 US-9, Howell, NJ 07731-3335
Lawrence Twp 1
Ahn's Taekwondo Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondo
160 Pennington Lawrenceville Rd, Lawrence Twp, NJ 08648-1470
Marlton 1
Amerikick Karate Marlton Kids classesMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
230 N Maple Ave, Marlton, NJ 08053-9400
Rahway 1
Sovereign Martial Arts Kids classesFree trial classMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
1527 Main St, Rahway, NJ 07065
Randolph 1
Elite TOMA Martial Arts Academy Kids classesMMA
430 State Route 10, Randolph, NJ 07869-2103
Raritan 1
Ahn's Tae Kwon Do Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondo
41 US-206, Raritan, NJ 08869
🕒 Mon-Fri 4pm-8pm, Sat 9:30am-1:30pm
Scotch Plains 1
Family Martial Arts Center of SPF Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondo
2014 US-22, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076-1001
Skillman 1
Ahn's Taekwondo Academy Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondo
1325 US-206, Skillman, NJ 08558-1922
Somerset 1
Black Belt World Somerset Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondo
1075 Easton Ave, Somerset, NJ 08873-1648
Somerville 1
Black Belt World Kids classesFree trial classKarate / taekwondo
70 W Main St, Somerville, NJ 08876
Also in New Jersey
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Schools328
- Kids Martial Arts Classes559
- Traditional Martial Arts Schools660
- MMA Gyms301
- Mixed Martial Arts Gyms and Training73
Good to know about family martial arts classes and academies
Can parents and children train in the exact same class?
Yes, schools with designated family classes allow parents and children (typically ages 5 and up) to practice on the mat together. Instructors tailor drills so adults focus on technique and conditioning while children work on fundamentals and discipline. Alternatively, some facilities offer concurrent scheduling where adult and youth classes run simultaneously in separate rooms.
How much does a family martial arts membership cost?
Monthly tuition for a family of three generally ranges from $250 to $450 depending on the region and discipline. Individual student rates average $120 to $180 per month, with second and third family members receiving 15% to 30% discounts. Initial startup costs include mandatory uniforms (gis) costing $45 to $80 per person and one-time registration fees of $30 to $75.
Are belt testing fees charged individually for family members?
Testing fees are charged per student and typically cost $35 to $75 per color belt examination, which occurs every 2 to 4 months. Advanced testing, such as Black Belt evaluations, ranges from $200 to $500 per person. While families often participate in promotion ceremonies together, each member must pass individual curriculum requirements.
How to become a certified yoga instructor?
To become a certified yoga instructor, complete a Registered Yoga School program, usually requiring 200 hours of training covering anatomy, philosophy, and instruction techniques. Afterward, register with an official organization like Yoga Alliance to receive your credential. For guided martial arts and fitness instructor pathways, explore options on MartialArtsAtlas.
Where did brazilian jiu jitsu come from?
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu originated in Brazil in the early 20th century. It developed from Kodokan Judo ground fighting fundamentals brought to South America by Japanese martial artist Mitsuyo Maeda, which were then adapted by the Gracie family. MartialArtsAtlas helps students find qualified BJJ academies nationwide.