Innovate Martial Arts
“A true family organization that cares about students' success in and out of the dojo!”
Best Karate Classes in Jackson, NJ
15 schools listed · 4 in Jackson · 12 open weekends · 14 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 30, 2026
Pineland Karate School
“Welcoming, insightful leaders, friendly respectful students.”
Silva Fusion Mixed Martial Arts & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
“My son has been taking class with Tony for about 5 months, he always looks forward to going and absolutely loves it.”
USA Karate and Fitness
Evolution Martial Arts ️ ️ ️ ️ ️ ️ ️ ️ ️ ️
“I had to add that after we have gone here for about 6 months my son has had a tremendous improvement in behavior at home and school”
Kum Sung Karate
“My son and I have had nothing but a positive experience here.”
Karate schools listed for Jackson, 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: Jackson, NJ
4 of the 15 schools we list are based in Jackson; the other 11 serve Jackson from towns including Toms River (13 mi), Freehold (9 mi) and Howell (10 mi). The schools on this page are rated from 4.3 to 5.0 across 526 reviews; 4 have 50 or more reviews and 14 are rated 4.5 or higher. 11 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 14 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 75 years. 2 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 13 of the schools on this page; 10 publish a contact page; 5 list a public email and 1 takes 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 Jackson first?
An email address is published by 5 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.
Paul Prendergast Karate
“Daniel has been especially wonderful as he has helped my son through a meltdown a couples of weeks ago because, let's face it, this is NOT easy.”
Art Beins Karate & Kickboxing
“They give students guidance but also let them make mistakes so that they can develop independence and confidence.”
Rising Sun Karate Academy
“This dojo will help you improve with self confidence, self discipline, and you will be in the best shape of your life!”
Sovereign Worldwide
“Kohoi heather and the whole staff here are great, this was the best decision to join my whole family goes and we love every minute.”
Paul Prendergast Karate Toms
“My son has truly showed such interest in something where as we have tried baseball etc and nothing ever clicked with him, but the excitement of karate class days is wonderful to see in my son!”
Synergy Martial Arts
“My child is 3, just about 4 and while that is young for a typical martial arts school, not this one.”
Seigido Ryu Karate & Jujitsu
“My son (autism spectrum) is overcoming tremendous physical, emotional and behavioral challenges with the patience and support of the kind instructors of Seigido Ryu.”
Isshinryu Karate Academy
“World class Karate school with world class instructors!”
Tiger Paw Judo & Karate Dojo
“Shihan is a great instructor who takes time teaching his students how to defend themselves, i would definitely recommend this school.”
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about schools in and near Jackson
- “They have taught my daughter so much, and we are working on her focusing skills which have seen an improvement on due to karate.” — from a review of Evolution Martial Arts ️ ️ ️ ️ ️ ️ ️ ️ ️ ️
- “The staff was so helpful and accommodating! We love it here, best karate place around.” — from a review of Kum Sung Karate
- “I highly recommend Art Beins Karate for anyone who wants to get in shape, or like me just manage your stress level.” — from a review of Art Beins Karate & Kickboxing
- “My son has not only gained skills in karate but in self discipline, respect, responsibility, and many more character development traits.” — from a review of Paul Prendergast Karate Toms
- “All are exceptional in keeping my 4 year old focused and entertained, while teaching her Karate.” — from a review of Paul Prendergast Karate
Excerpts from public reviews of the schools listed on this page.
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