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Devine's Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 41 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Mays Landing, New Jersey
Plan your first class
- Free trial / intro class most dojos welcome new students with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Beginner-friendly all levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
- Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
- Adult classes adult Karate classes — training built for grown-ups, from fitness and fundamentals to kumite (sparring) at your own pace
- Competition team a competition team for students who want to test themselves at kumite tournaments
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule devinesmartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 609-837-0956
Hours
| Monday | 5–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 5–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 5:30–7:30 pm |
| Thursday | 5–8 pm |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My son has such a great time every week learning karate as well as learning respect for others and listening skills he uses outside of class!”
“It’s a great workout and also teaches you important self defense techniques.”
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“I very much enjoy the adult cardio/ kick boxing/ self defense class.”
“It’s a great workout and also teaches you important self defense techniques.”
What students say
“Every instructor has been amazing, encouraging, patient, caring and kind throughout his martial arts journey.”
“Our family is deeply grateful to Master Devine and the entire Devine’s Martial Arts family for their steadfast support and belief in our son.”
“I very much enjoy the adult cardio/ kick boxing/ self defense class.”
“My daughter has trained at Devine's for almost 9 years and my son has trained for a year. Both kids love training at Devine's!”
“The excitement our daughter shows every class is worth every minute!”
“They consistently encourage students to do their best and push them just a little further, helping build confidence, discipline, and resilience.”
From the reviews
Love training here 4/17/2021: I started as a 'wiser' adult 12 years ago with this studio. The program is terrific for students of all abilities and disabilities and is part of a world wide organization so there is accountability. Devinesmartialarts.
Devines martial arts has been outstanding! A safe happy healthy educational encouraging supportive environment for all ages! Their instruction has been a blessing in our son’s life, teaching him discipline, helping him to become more focused and encouraging him to be confident in his abilities and himself as a whole!
My son started when he was 4 and is now approaching 3 years of training with Mrs. Devine. He has grown physically and mentally because of his training with all the great instructors. After watching my son for 2 years I decided to train myself and it one of the best decisions I've made.
Super fun environment for my kiddo! Master Devine (Heidi) is AMAZING with all the kids. I love the values/respect they teach in karate. My son has grown so much confidence and is becoming a great listener. Can’t wait to watch his progress.
New to Karate? Start at Devine's Martial Arts
Devine's Martial Arts comes up as a beginner-friendly dojo, going by their listing and students’ reviews. If you've never thrown a punch or set foot in a dojo, that's exactly who a good beginners program is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or flexible to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and the sensei scales the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable dojos build fundamentals (stances, blocks, punches, and kicks) for weeks, and kumite (sparring) eases in gradually, with pads and control. Third, all levels and ages really are welcome — ask about a dedicated beginners or fundamentals class time so your first session is alongside others who are also starting out. Most dojos are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first Karate class at Devine's Martial Arts
Nervous about walking into a Karate dojo for the first time? Almost everyone is, and a good sensei expects beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling basic stances, blocks, punches, and kicks — not hard sparring. Step to the side whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: athletic wear you can move in (or a gi if you have one); you'll train barefoot. What to bring: water, and a mouthguard if you have one — many dojos lend a loaner gi for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gi and the belt your dojo awards you. Kumite (sparring) eases in gradually, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the sensei. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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