Kids Martial Arts Classes in Clifton, NJ

6 of the 22 martial arts schools we list in Clifton have kids classes. Map search shows a pin for every "martial arts" result but has no way to separate schools that run structured, age-graded kids programs from adult-focused dojos that just tolerate the occasional teenager. Every school listed here has kids classes confirmed from its own posted schedule or website, not guessed from a generic "family friendly" tag.

D-Best-1 Taekwondo & Kickboxing School Kids classesFree trial classMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA

1372 Main Ave, Clifton, NJ 07011-2101

+18622827988 Website Directions

Dynamic Martial Arts Kids classesMMA

1231 Main Ave, Clifton, NJ 07011-2241

+19736857342 Website Directions

Grappling University Martial Arts Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing

575 Van Houten Ave, Clifton, NJ 07013-2112

+18623680084 Website Directions

Immortals Jiu Jitsu Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing

199 Scoles Ave, Clifton, NJ 07012

+12018157066 Website Directions

Modern American Goju Kids classesKarate / taekwondo

304 Clifton Ave, Clifton, NJ 07011-2228

+19736525013 Website Directions

Zentai Martial Arts and Summer Camp Kids classesFree trial class

16 Market St, Clifton, NJ 07012-2404

+12015080801 Website Directions

Ask about the age brackets before enrolling. Most schools split kids into groups like 4-6, 7-9, and 10-13 with separate curricula and class pace, so a bracket matched to your child's age and attention span matters more than the style itself.

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Good to know

What age can kids start martial arts classes?
Many schools accept kids as young as 4 or 5 in a "little dragons" or similar intro program, though most structured belt curricula start around age 6-7. The right age depends more on whether the child can follow instructions in a group setting than on any strict cutoff.

How much do kids martial arts classes cost?
Monthly tuition for kids classes commonly runs $80-150, sometimes less at community or rec-center programs and more at schools with active competition teams. Most schools also charge a one-time registration fee plus periodic costs for belt testing or uniforms.