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Union UTA Martial Arts / SAMI Combat Systems Of NJ
4.9 ★★★★★ 313 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Union, 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
- Today see hours ·
- Website & schedule unionuta.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone (908) 687-5559
Hours
| Monday | 3–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 3–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 3–9 PM |
| Thursday | 3–9 PM |
| Friday | 3–9 PM |
| Saturday | 8:30 AM–12:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My daughter and my niece went here for about 2 years, and I myself have taken SAMI seminars here for adults, in addition to my brother (who is still currently a student).”
“My daughter and my niece went here for about 2 years, and I myself have taken SAMI seminars here for adults, in addition to my brother (who is still currently a student).”
“Our son (4yrs old) joined Little Dragons about a week ago.”
“My daughter, MEGAN and I are in the Teen/Adult Class with 6 classes + 4 SAMI class available on a weekly basis.”
“UTA Martial Arts is a fantastic, warm, welcoming place for learning self defense, confidence, discipline, respect, and physical strength at an incredibly affordable price.”
Other martial arts here
“- It's definitely better than my previous gyms- LA Fitness, MAX Challenge, CKO Kickboxing, and YMCA Union.”
“- Great value for mixed martial arts classes with knowledgeable, patient, and effective instructors.”
“UTA Martial Arts is a fantastic, warm, welcoming place for learning self defense, confidence, discipline, respect, and physical strength at an incredibly affordable price.”
What students say
“UTA Martial Arts is a fantastic, warm, welcoming place for learning self defense, confidence, discipline, respect, and physical strength at an incredibly affordable price.”
“UTA Martial Arts is a fantastic, warm, welcoming place for learning self defense, confidence, discipline, respect, and physical strength at an incredibly affordable price.”
“For the adults, again, very functional, with an amazing understanding of how to break down techniques to teach any audience.”
“It has been a positive experience for my child and 1, she loves going here and I just can’t wait to see her experience level go up.”
“UTA Martial Arts is a fantastic, warm, welcoming place for learning self defense, confidence, discipline, respect, and physical strength at an incredibly affordable price.”
“UTA Martial Arts is a fantastic, warm, welcoming place for learning self defense, confidence, discipline, respect, and physical strength at an incredibly affordable price.”
From the reviews
My daughter, MEGAN and I are in the Teen/Adult Class with 6 classes + 4 SAMI class available on a weekly basis. - Great value for mixed martial arts classes with knowledgeable, patient, and effective instructors. - It's definitely better than my previous gyms- LA Fitness, MAX Challenge, CKO Kickboxing, and YMCA Union.
Have been part of this school since 2016 and I highly recommend it. Instructors made the class fun and playful for the kids, but still expect the kids to follow the rules. It's a great environment for kids to build strength and confidence. Mr.
The kids program at Union UTA is excellent. The instructors are caring and top notch, and they run a very structured class with high expectations of all their students. When my son first started, he had a very hard time keeping up and in the second class he finally broke down in frustration. Mr.
We have been part of the Union UTA community for almost 3 years. We stumbled across this place - it was convenient and well-priced. While still true, those are just bonuses.
New to Karate? Start at Union UTA Martial Arts / SAMI Combat Systems Of NJ
Union UTA Martial Arts / SAMI Combat Systems Of NJ 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 Union UTA Martial Arts / SAMI Combat Systems Of NJ
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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