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ZENTAI Martial Arts - Belleville

5 ★★★★★ 461 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Belleville, New Jersey

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Hours

Monday 9 am–9 pm
Tuesday 9 am–9 pm
Wednesday 9 am–9 pm
Thursday 9 am–9 pm
Friday 9 am–9 pm
Saturday 9 am–9 pm
Sunday 9 am–9 pm

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 ZENTAI Martial Arts - Belleville, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 28 mentions

“The coaches are very attentive and they provide leadership opportunities for older students who are also very good with the kids.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense

“The program is incredibly well organized and teaches so much more than self-defense it builds confidence, discipline, respect, focus, and teamwork.”

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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 ZENTAI Martial Arts - Belleville — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🛡️ Self-Defense

“The program is incredibly well organized and teaches so much more than self-defense it builds confidence, discipline, respect, focus, and teamwork.”

Other dojos that also teach self-defense →

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 461 Google reviews — in their own words.

friendly, respectful dojo 14 mentions

“The staff is friendly , makes your child feel comfortable, and they make your child feel welcome as soon as they walk in.”

🧒 strong kids program 8 mentions

“My child loves going to class and has grown so much thanks to the support and encouragement from everyone at ZENTAI.”

💵 good value / fair pricing 2 mentions

“Instills great values, modesty, courtesy, integrity, self control, Perseverance and a Indomitable spirit.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 14 mentions

“The program is incredibly well organized and teaches so much more than self-defense it builds confidence, discipline, respect, focus, and teamwork.”

From the reviews

All of the instructors here are super friendly and great with kids, specially with the smaller ones. My son Jayden loves this place. Highly recommended !

★★★★★ — Jose, Jul 2025

What else is there to say but ZENTAI ROCKS!!!!!!! Amazing instructors starting with master amelia, master anteon and coach Jonathan who are always there to help in any kind of way in your childs life wether it's on or off the mat.

★★★★★ — Jason, Apr 2023

We were looking for a Martial Arts school that had age specific classes to enroll our daughter. Zentai in Belleville NJ was the perfect fit. Here we were able to get specific classes for our daughters age and even classes where we can join in and be part of the process. All the coaches and staff are wonderful.

★★★★★ — Aracelis, Nov 2022

Very pleased and happy with my child’s (Anthony) increase of confidence and skills since joining this school. I do recommend everyone to join Combat Club to live the full experience.

★★★★★ — John, Feb 2026

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Your first Karate class at ZENTAI Martial Arts - Belleville

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 ZENTAI Martial Arts - Belleville

281 Main St, Belleville, NJ07109

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