Immortals Jiu Jitsu
“I highly recommend you putting your kid in here because it will give them great confidence and respect for themselves!”
Best Martial Arts Classes in Clifton, NJ
15 gyms listed · 10 in Clifton · 10 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 30, 2026
Sheiks Tae Kwon Do
“I trained here in the 90's and now my daughter is training here and we both love it.”
Bones Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy
“Everyone who comes to the academy could tell that this is a special place, made of hard work, dedication, and love for this sport.”
Carnicella MMA
“Great group of guys and girls that will treat you like family from day 1.”
Grappling University Martial Arts
“Was looking for a new place for my kids to train, we stopped by for a drop in class, all the coaches there made us feel welcomed, we found our new home.”
Academy of Martial Arts
“Thank you sensei Mark, sensei Luis and sensei Chris for your great work and dedication to teach the kids your knowledge of Martial Arts.”
The 15 gyms listed for Clifton, NJ teach martial arts and combat sports. Styles taught, kids' programs and class times come from each gym's own pages, with star ratings from public reviews.
Area overview: Clifton, NJ
10 of the 15 gyms we list are based in Clifton; the other 5 serve Clifton from towns including Paterson (4 mi), Saddle Brook (4 mi) and Bloomfield (6 mi). The gyms on this page are rated from 4.8 to 5.0 across 692 reviews; 5 have 50 or more reviews. When students and parents rate these gyms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (100%), quality (97%) and communication (92%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "atmosphere", "skills" and "confidence". 10 are open on Saturdays and 4 on Sundays. Domain records put 8 websites of the gyms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2006. 5 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 13 of the gyms on this page; 12 publish a contact page; 11 list a public email and 6 take bookings online. We count these figures across the gyms on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the gym before you enroll.
Are weekend martial arts classes listed for Clifton?
10 of the 15 gyms put weekend times on the listing. Saturday morning is usually junior classes and an open mat for anyone who wants extra rounds; Sunday is rarer. If your shifts move, ask whether a weekday class you miss can be made up on the weekend.
LCK Taekwondo
“Master Leo taught me many life lessons while I was there, most of which carry on with me until this day.”
Modern American Goju
“Doc is a wealth of information and always willing to sit and talk anything Martial Arts.”
Kuzushi Bjj
“We learn great techniques for use on and off the mats, so you can learn self-defense or have a fun time getting in shape.”
SHK Taekwondo
“Definitely highly recommended, from the beginning you can analyze what interests the students have in ✅🫶🏻 …”
Elite Child Development Academy
“Wonderful activity for children of all ages.”
Rising Sun Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy
“Would really recommene to anybody looking for jiu jitsu and other martial arts.”
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Silver Fox Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy [saddle Brook]
“Amazing teachers and very friendly students to help anyone beginner yo expert grow.”
Warriors Dojo
“Giselle, in particular, always has a smile on her face and is incredibly helpful, especially when a child isn't feeling up for karate.”
High Impact Martial Arts
“I've been training here for three years and have learned so much, this is the real deal if your serious about martial arts.”
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about gyms in and near Clifton
- “Professional and patient instructors that build a great culture of teamwork, self-confidence, and discipline.” — from a review of Sheiks Tae Kwon Do
- “LCK is a great place to learn self-discipline, to build confidence and to have fun.” — from a review of LCK Taekwondo
- “I’ve noticed significant improvements in my son Dean’s fitness, discipline, and self-confidence since joining.” — from a review of Elite Child Development Academy
- “I see much more confidence and discipline in my 2 sons since joining a year ago.” — from a review of Sheiks Tae Kwon Do
Excerpts from public reviews of the gyms listed on this page.
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