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USA Karate & Fitness
4.8 ★★★★★ 35 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Hamilton Township, New Jersey
Affiliated dojo — reviews and the dojo's own info point to a recognized Karate style organization or franchise (think Shotokan/JKA, Kyokushin, Goju-Ryu, Isshinryu, Tiger Schulmann's or Villari's). If lineage matters to you, ask which style and organization the dojo belongs to, and under whom the head sensei earned their black belt.
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 (ages 3–12) — 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 usakaratefitness.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 800-679-6095
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 3–10 pm |
| Wednesday | 3–10 pm |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 3–9 pm |
| Saturday | 9–11 am |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“My son looks forward to coming each week to learn karate and Master Chad has been nothing but kind during the experience.”
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What students say
“My son is now 17 and coach William, as he has started to become an instructor. One of the best things you can do for your child!”
“I like this school because most of the other kids are respectful, and friendly.”
“From day one, the instructors have been incredibly patient, encouraging, and great with kids.”
“Well worth the money I highly encourage you to give it a shot well worth the price!”
“It has helped with their confidence in other aspects in their life and I recommend it to any parent who is on the fence about karate lessons!”
From the reviews
Been with USA Karate and Fitness for about 10 years now, got my black belt and it has been the best martial arts experience I’ve ever had! Great staff that has a loving passion for teaching kids and watching students succeed. Well worth the money I highly encourage you to give it a shot well worth the price! 5 stars!!
This is Kevin Fritts using my daughters google account to leave this review. USA Karate and Fitness has been a consistent part of my sons life for well over a decade. He started when he was just 4 years old. It started off teaching commitment, structure, team work, and dedication through fun and interaction.
USA Karate and Fitness is an awesome place!! My daughter has been attending for 3 years and she has grown in skill and confidence. Not just in karate have we’ve noticed her skill and confidence improve but in other areas of her life. Such as her academics and being social with others.
The school has a fantastic martial arts program that reinforces discipline while having fun.
New to Karate? Start at USA Karate & Fitness
USA Karate & Fitness comes up as a beginner-friendly dojo — noted on their own site. 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 USA Karate & Fitness
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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🥋 Free trial / intro class — check their site