THE BMA Dojo
“It is a pleasure to run classes out of this location and it provides everything needed for a variety of disciplines.”
Best Karate Classes near Edison, NJ
3 of these schools are based in Edison; the others serve Edison from towns including Matawan (11 mi), Dunellen (6 mi) and Somerset (6 mi).
all 15 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 26, 2026
United Black Belt
“I have been going to this school for almost 7 years now and it has become one of my favorite places to be.”
Bressaw's Middlesex Karate
“This karate school (dojo) is the best place to send your kids as the teachers are very knowledgeable, accommodative, and the whole dojo operates like a big family.”
Brill's Karate
“The instructors possess a wealth of knowledge and the experience to pass this knowledge and the skills onto the students.”
Master Curry Karate Jujutsu Ryu ️ ️ ️ ️ ️ ️ ️ ️ ️ ️
“Each session you feel empowered and energized, and I would highly recommend Master Curry's karate school to anyone looking to learn a new skill and be a part of a supportive and inspiring community.”
Rolles Gracie Academy
“Rolles Gracie Academy's strong point is their welcoming attitude towards practitioners of all skill levels.”
Karate schools listed for Edison, NJ fill the 15 cards on this page. The style each one teaches, its junior classes and its grading schedule are taken from its own website, alongside public review scores.
Area overview: Edison, NJ
The 15 schools on this page are rated from 4.8 to 5.0 across 1,464 reviews; 11 have 50 or more reviews. When students and parents rate these schools on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (91%), communication (83%) and quality (81%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the schools on this page are "confidence", "skills" and "atmosphere". All 15 are open on Saturdays and 5 on Sundays. 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. 10 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 30 years. 1 offers a free trial or consultation; 3 are family- or locally-owned and 5 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 15 of the schools on this page; 12 publish a contact page; 13 list a public email and 3 take bookings online. We count these figures across the schools on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the school before you enroll.
Can I email karate schools listed for Edison first?
An email address is published by 13 of the 15 schools here. Email suits the awkward questions: which style is taught, who takes the junior class, what a trial involves. You get an answer you can reread, rather than a hurried call while a class is running.
Empower Martial Arts of Aberdeen & Matawan
“It's such a pleasure watching our son grow with the awesome staff and to see his confidence and excitement before during and after every session!”
USA Karate & Fitness Springfield
“We just celebrated my kids birthday here and the instructors went above and beyond , best parties ever”
Martial Arts For Life
“I was truly amazed at how they quickly transitioned to an online format this past spring to accommodate the stay at home orders.”
Ambition Martial Arts
“We've seen such an improvement in his overall behavior and is truly learning that in order to succeed you must focus and work hard.”
Fight and Fitness MMA
“I'm older and when people have low skill levels or sloppy techniques, I find that is the easiest way to get injured - that is never a concern at Fight and Fitness”
Warrior Martial Arts
“They are plenty of coaches there to help and he knows that if he doesn't speak up; someone is watching to assist.”
Somerset Taekwondo
“We would recommend them to anyone who wants to enrich their kids with values and Taekwondo skills!!!”
Master Nick's Karate
“A lot could be said about Master Nick's classes(All good things) but what we loved most is that Not only he teaches karate but he also teaches valuable life lessons to kids.”
Invictus Taekwondo
“Master De George trained and coached my son to the national team.”
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What students and parents say about schools near Edison
- “My kid loves karate, in the process she has gained confidence, social skills, physical strength and attention span.” — from a review of Bressaw's Middlesex Karate
- “Scott and Heather are very considerate and accommodating as the heads of this dojo.” — from a review of THE BMA Dojo
- “My son has been a karate student here for over 5 years, and it has always been run with professionalism, efficiency, excellent communication, all along feeling like you are part of their martial art family.” — from a review of Martial Arts For Life
- “Both my daughters love this place & seeing their progress in getting new belts periodically gives them a sense of accomplishment.” — from a review of USA Karate & Fitness Springfield
Excerpts from public reviews of the schools listed on this page.
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