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Kraus Karate Academy
5 ★★★★★ 21 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Hainesport, 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
- Private lessons private, one-on-one instruction available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule krauskarateacademy.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (609) 267-7411
Hours
| Monday | 12–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 12–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 12–9 PM |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 12–8 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–2 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“I enjoyed it, had fun, and liked seeing myself get better and soon enough I was earning my Junior Black Belt and then my Senior Black Belt.”
“This year I won student of the month for the first time and was so proud of myself!”
“During my training, when I didn’t understand a kata or self-defense move they would always be there to offer me extra support.”
“However, when I started high school, I slowly started coming to class less and less, and eventually not coming at all.”
“It has been a lot of practices and hard work,but Mr Kraus has been there the whole way, even offering private lessons to help me feel more comfortable with test prep.”
“Kraus teach self defense but he also teaches focus, confidence, self-respect, and respect for our country, which is something that is not stressed enough anymore.”
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“Kraus teach self defense but he also teaches focus, confidence, self-respect, and respect for our country, which is something that is not stressed enough anymore.”
What students say
“I am beyond grateful to have had the privilege of going from a white belt all the way to first degree black belt.”
“From day 1, Master Frank Kraus and his team made me feel welcome and part of a family.”
“With all the fun activities, on top of the karate fundamentals, they don't realize they're exercising and they all have a great time!”
“My son started at age 4. His balance and focus have increased greatly.”
“Kraus teach self defense but he also teaches focus, confidence, self-respect, and respect for our country, which is something that is not stressed enough anymore.”
From the reviews
Hello, my name is William O’Brien. This Saturday I will be testing for my black belt at Kraus Karate. My journey with karate started four years ago. I am nine years old now. My mom signed me up after my brother was born to help me get my energy out and learn how to control myself.
My 4 year old and I love this school! The instructors are perfect for instructing his age group in Ninja Sharks and my son always gets excited to go. Master Kraus is awesome and very welcoming. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking to get their child into Karate.
My son started at age 4. His balance and focus have increased greatly. Mr. Krauss, his instructor, keeps class fun but disciplined. A class full of 4-6 year olds is difficult but Mr. Kraus maintains a fun but focused class. The kids respect and understand what is asked of them.
Mr. Kraus is awesome, my son loves it here. Not only does Mr. Kraus teach self defense but he also teaches focus, confidence, self-respect, and respect for our country, which is something that is not stressed enough anymore.
New to Karate? Start at Kraus Karate Academy
Kraus Karate Academy 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 Kraus Karate Academy
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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