Affinity Martial Arts
“The coaches are so nice and helping and understanding and really make you feel apart of there family.”
Best Martial Arts Classes near Lakewood, NJ
These gyms serve Lakewood from nearby bases in towns including Toms River, Brick and Howell.
15 gyms listed · 14 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 30, 2026
Inner Power Martial Arts
“We thoroughly enjoyed this experience and HIGHLY recommend this Karate School to anyone looking to try out classes for their kids, or even themselves.”
World Karate
“My son Hunter loves karate enjoys going every week and my husband n myself love to watch him and the other kids their amazing in such short time .”
Evolution Martial Arts ️ ️ ️ ️ ️ ️ ️ ️ ️ ️
“I've been doing karate here for over a year now and I love the dojo, instructors, and my teammates!”
Kum Sung Karate
“Would highly recommend this place for children who need to learn respect, strength and karate.”
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Impact Martial Arts and Conditioning
“Just went for my first time trying Muay Thai and it was way better than I expected 😁 Everyone was so friendly and helpful, and I felt very welcomed.”
The 15 gyms listed for Lakewood, 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: Lakewood, NJ
The 15 gyms on this page are rated from 4.5 to 5.0 across 1,137 reviews; 8 have 50 or more reviews. When students and parents rate these gyms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (93%), quality (83%) and communication (77%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "confidence", "atmosphere" and "skills". 14 are open on Saturdays and 4 on Sundays. 3 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 13 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 75 years. 1 is family- or locally-owned and 4 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 15 of the gyms on this page; 10 publish a contact page; 7 list a public email and 2 take bookings online. We count these figures across the gyms on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the gym before you enroll.
Which gyms listed for Lakewood show a timetable online?
All 15 gyms have a website on file. The useful ones name the instructor against each slot and mark which classes take beginners. A site built around the founder's rank and a contact form tells you nothing about the Tuesday night you would actually be standing in.
The Academy of Jiu-Jitsu
“All the instructors come with a wealth of knowledge and are always willing to give the extra attention to details when demonstrating or when you're having trouble on the mats.”
Dante Rivera Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy
“I highly recommend - pure joy and excitement in my kids' eyes after every training session worth the price of admission.”
Paul Prendergast Karate
“If you're just looking for a little fun for your kid, then any karate might do, but if you are looking for true family, fellowship and support, then there's no other place than Paul Prendergast Karate.”
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Lion Martial Arts Taekwondo
“Master Woo and the other instructors are so patient and great with the kids.”
Innovate Martial Arts
“I've been there for 5 years and it's been the best thing that I've ever done.”
Rising Sun Karate Academy
“We love the special attention that rising sun gives to all of their students!”
Bill Scott BJJ Shore Academy
“This is our home away from home when we are down at the shore.”
Sovereign Worldwide
“I love how it's a family atomosphere and everyone works to help each other!”
Paul Prendergast Karate Toms
“My friends and I were made to feel so comfortable during our self defense class, even though, for some, self defense can be a very uncomfortable and unsettling topic.”
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What students and parents say about gyms near Lakewood
- “I have seen improvement in his self discipline as well as his confidence.” — from a review of World Karate
- “Great environment, great instruction, not only from Bill but from all the experienced belts in the gym (there’s a lot).” — from a review of Bill Scott BJJ Shore Academy
- “Confidence and discipline are truly seen in every lesson also respect and fun.” — from a review of Lion Martial Arts Taekwondo
- “I love how they really help my kids in terms of listening and discipline.” — from a review of Lion Martial Arts Taekwondo
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