US Black Belt Martial Arts
“Family owned and run Master Lee and sons provide a welcoming, professional, and instructive atmosphere for all ages to learn the art of taekwondo.”
Best Martial Arts Classes near Middletown, NJ
2 of these gyms are based in Middletown; the others serve Middletown from towns including Matawan (9 mi), Old Bridge (12 mi) and Staten Island, NY (14 mi).
all 15 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 28, 2026
Renzo Gracie Jiu Jitsu
“Very welcoming coaches and students; definitely recommend to anyone looking for a gym and high quality training in the area.”
World Karate
“They are great with the kids and my kids have learned so much since signing up there.”
Master Curry Karate Jujutsu Ryu ️ ️ ️ ️ ️ ️ ️ ️ ️ ️
“If you are training anywhere else you need to check this place out.”
Rolles Gracie Academy
“If you're seeking a top-notch academy that prioritizes both skill development and family values, look no further than Rolles Gracie's Jiu Jitsu Academy.”
Strategic Combat Academy
“Best coaches and teammates in NJ.”
The 15 gyms listed for Middletown, 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: Middletown, NJ
The 15 gyms on this page are rated from 4.9 to 5.0 across 2,036 reviews; 13 have 50 or more reviews. The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "confidence", "facilities" and "atmosphere". All 15 are open on Saturdays and 8 on Sundays. 4 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 11 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 64 years. 1 is family- or locally-owned and 5 list coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 15 of the gyms on this page; 12 publish a contact page; 12 list a public email and 5 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.
Why are some gyms here outside Middletown?
2 of the 15 gyms sit inside Middletown. The rest come from other towns inside 15 mi, each shown under the city it belongs to. Distance is measured straight-line, so check the route before you plan a class you would drive to twice a week.
Empower Martial Arts of Aberdeen & Matawan
“Special thanks to all the staff, especially Deshi Kelsi, Joshu Dylan and Miss Giana who we are proud to consider friends.”
Ganguly's Mixed Martial Arts
“The instructors are very dedicated , knowledgeable, experienced and great with both children & adults.”
Ambition Martial Arts
“Coach Nicole and Ms Dias were both very informative and explained everything great.”
Garden State Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy
“Everyone was welcoming and friendly and made you feel right at home.”
The Inferno Training and Performance Center
“The coaches here are extremely passionate about martial arts and are genuinely invested in your success, whether you're training for fun, self-defense, or to compete, while also keeping you safe.”
Bayshore Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
“Whether you're striving for competition success or seeking to enhance fitness and self-defense skills, this academy provides an exceptional environment to thrive in.”
Master Kang's Taekwondo and Martial Arts
“Master Kang is teaching my son many beneficial values such as respect, good listening and having control of his body.”
The Phoenix Way
“The Phoenix Way is an amazing place and the owner is a super friendly guy, if your considering going I would definitely check it out”
Staten Island Judo Jujitsu Dojo
“My child has been attending Staten island Judo/Jujitsu for quite some time now, As any parent we bounce around finding the best school for our child or children And I'm extremely happy to say that we found this school, the people who teach the classes are very professional the students are very friendly, we're doing it for quite some time now and they become your extended family, and most importantly at least to me very clean.”
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What students and parents say about gyms near Middletown
- “They instill a level of respect, discipline, and confidence that is impressive!” — from a review of US Black Belt Martial Arts
- “All of the teachers are great. It’s helped my daughter with self-discipline, confidence, and the physical activity is just great to help daily stress.” — from a review of Empower Martial Arts of Aberdeen & Matawan
- “In just a short time period, Inferno has helped me improve my self confidence, discipline, and mindset.” — from a review of The Inferno Training and Performance Center
- “The lessons learned and discipline instilled in the kids through their unique program help to provide confidence and obedience in the children.” — from a review of Ganguly's Mixed Martial Arts
- “Master Lee and the rest of the team strike just the right balance of discipline, fitness, technique and community.” — from a review of US Black Belt Martial Arts
Excerpts from public reviews of the gyms listed on this page.
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