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“I absolutely, love this school, all the instructors are incredible, and you're not only getting the best Martial Arts experience here, you're also getting an extended family and a second home!”
Best Martial Arts Classes in Toms River, NJ
15 gyms listed · 8 in Toms River · 10 open weekends · all 15 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 30, 2026
Kum Sung Karate
“Dojo is well equipped, the instructors attentive to showing the young students some of the basic mechanics of Taekwondo.”
The Academy of Jiu-Jitsu
“I dropped in during vacation and they welcomed me with open arms as if I was one of their regular students.”
Ocean County Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
“Tom is an amazing owner, who cares about the individual, and has a great staff/environment built around him.”
Rising Sun Karate Academy
“Also this is a fun place to train,and stay mental and physical”
Paul Prendergast Karate Toms
“I really liked it since there are rules that have to be followed and that is good for the children.”
The 15 gyms listed for Toms River, 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: Toms River, NJ
8 of the 15 gyms we list are based in Toms River; the other 7 serve Toms River from towns including Brick (6 mi), Forked River (10 mi) and Bayville (6 mi). The gyms on this page are rated from 4.5 to 5.0 across 1,005 reviews; 7 have 50 or more reviews. When students and parents rate these gyms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (96%), communication (84%) and quality (80%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the gyms on this page are "confidence", "atmosphere" and "facilities". 10 are open on Saturdays and 3 on Sundays. 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 10 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 75 years. 1 is family- or locally-owned and 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for 13 of the gyms on this page; 8 publish a contact page; 8 list a public email and 3 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 Toms River?
8 of the 15 gyms sit inside Toms River. The rest come from other towns inside 10 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.
Affinity Martial Arts
“He was made to feel very comfortable from the moment he walked in the doors and we immediately knew that he would enroll.”
Frankie Edgar Iron Army Academy
Stomp Ground Martial Arts
“Hello I'm 14 and my name is Gabriel Pileckis and I went to Stomp Ground for 6 years straight and learned to be humble.”
Ocean County Martial Arts Studio
“Excellent place to train, master Trainor is well versed in martial arts and works very well with kids of all ages and disabilities.”
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Lion Martial Arts Taekwondo
“They take the time to really get to know your child and really help build their confidence.”
Paul Prendergast Karate
“Master Andrew did an amazing job at making us feel welcome and for connecting with my son upon the first meeting!”
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Tong Dragon Mixed Martial Arts
“He truly cares about ALL his students regardless of its their first day or they have been training for years.”
Bill Scott BJJ Shore Academy
“Would highly recommend if you're at all interested in martial arts or getting in better shape.”
Binding Arts Jiu Jitsu
“Best classes and best jj gym around.”
Why these companies made our list
What students and parents say about gyms in and near Toms River
- “I started 6 years ago, very shy. Now I’m a black belt and confident.” — from a review of Stomp Ground Martial Arts
- “The instructors are kind and firm and teach the students in a well balanced and disciplined manner.” — from a review of Rising Sun Karate Academy
- “Their commitment to their students to help them develop discipline, perseverance, leadership skills and strength within a loving and positive environment was nothing more than a godsend.” — from a review of Paul Prendergast Karate
- “I highly recommend this place for beginners to grow and learn discipline!” — from a review of Lion Martial Arts Taekwondo
Excerpts from public reviews of the gyms listed on this page.
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