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Special Dragons

4.6 ★★★★★ 19 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Belleville, New Jersey

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Hours

Monday 9 am–8 pm
Tuesday 9 am–5 pm
Wednesday 9 am–8 pm
Thursday 9 am–5 pm
Friday 9 am–5 pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, belt tests, and seminars — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Karate classes on the schedule at Special Dragons, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 13 mentions

“My son has been coming to this program for over two years and I can assure you that this program is amazing!”

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Other martial arts here

Karate dojos are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else students mention training under the same roof at Special Dragons — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

Disciplines are mined from reviews and the dojo's own info — they show what students have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want taekwondo, jiu-jitsu, or kickboxing alongside your Karate, confirm the current schedule with the dojo.

What students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 19 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert instruction from a great sensei 4 mentions

“Very great program for kids of special needs great teachers they make sure that all students gets it right”

🧒 strong kids program 2 mentions

“My son loves being a part of Special Dragons.”

From the reviews

My son has been coming to this program for over two years and I can assure you that this program is amazing! Sensei George is a former special education teacher, and all of his staff have their background checks completed. He and his staff are all wonderful!

★★★★★ — Dena, Jun 2020

George and his staff are all incredibly dedicated, patient, kind and well-trained. George himself is always in the community trying to break down the barriers of access to his programs. I cannot say enough great things about Special Dragons!

★★★★★ — Jessenia, Sep 2023

Our daughter has learned so much , and the level of the karate is amazing. The instructor is very patient and a great teacher ! We love this fir our daughter who is 14 on the autism spectrum

★★★★★ — Juan, Jun 2025

Very great program for kids of special needs great teachers they make sure that all students gets it right

★★★★★ — Kent, Apr 2024

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Your first Karate class at Special Dragons

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.

Karate is a contact sport. Ease in, train within your limits, listen to your instructors, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Special Dragons

Office Location, 77 Tiona Ave, Belleville, NJ07109

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