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“I found Evolution Martial Arts after years of wanting to learn Karate … I am grateful for the late hours for Adult classes, and so pleased with my choice to join this fantastic Dojo.”
Best Karate Classes in Toms River, NJ
15 schools listed · 6 in Toms River · 13 open weekends · 14 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 30, 2026
Kum Sung Karate
“The masters are outstanding and Grandmaster and his son are famous in the world of martial arts.”
The Academy of Jiu-Jitsu
“I had such a blast training with everyone and highly recommend that if you're traveling through and need to train this is where you need to be.”
Art Hinkelbein Martial Arts Academy
“You can tell they truly care about the kids that go there, not only with what they are teaching them but also with how they encourage them to believe in themselves.”
Rising Sun Karate Academy
“My son started here almost a year ago when he had just turned 4, and he still loves coming to classes every week.”
Paul Prendergast Karate Toms
“My daughter Savannah was lacking so much confidence, and after coming to a few classes her confidence built up so high and even shows at school!”
Karate schools listed for Toms River, 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: Toms River, NJ
6 of the 15 schools we list are based in Toms River; the other 9 serve Toms River from towns including Jackson (13 mi), Howell (13 mi) and Bayville (6 mi). The schools on this page are rated from 4.3 to 5.0 across 696 reviews; 6 have 50 or more reviews and 14 are rated 4.5 or higher. When students and parents rate these schools on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (95%), quality (90%) and value (90%). 12 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 10 websites of the schools on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2000. 1 is family- or locally-owned and 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 12 of the schools on this page; 11 publish a contact page; 7 list a public email and 2 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 book a karate trial online with schools listed for Toms River?
Bookings are taken through their own sites by 2 of the 15 schools. When you book, say your age and whether you have trained before, since the beginner group and the main class are often different hours. Confirm which one you are walking into.
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.”
Paul Prendergast Karate
“Master Dave and Master Steve are some of the best role models, along with the apprentices.”
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Tong Dragon Mixed Martial Arts
“Classes are fun and challenging and the staff is very welcoming and patient with new people!”
Innovate Martial Arts
“Both of my daughters absolutely love training and have learned so much.”
Pineland Karate School
“Welcoming, insightful leaders, friendly respectful students.”
Pendo Karate
“The instructors are incredibly patient and help reinforce the discipline and mindset we set in our home.”
Seigido Ryu Karate & Jujitsu
“I didn't have to sign up for a long term commitment as they charge a low price monthly.”
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