During these difficult times, my karate classes have helped me focus on staying healthy in both…read morebody and mind. The teachers (Sensei's) have done a great job adapting the lessons towards a remote, Zoom audience as we ride out the pandemic, and together we're getting very close to full onsite training again. I highly recommend Bressaw's Karate School.

Both my kids have been going to Bressaw's Karate at Fords for the past 5 years. This place is a…read morevery traditional Japanese dojo. They focus on Shukokai style developed by late Soke Kimura. They focus not only in skills and strength development, but on discipline, respect and responsibility as well. The Sensei's and the Sheehan are very dedicated in keeping up the tradition of this school. I like the way they teach the kids on how to use the body muscles the right way to develop strength. They are very patient with every kid and help them develop skills and move up. That has created a lot of long term students who have progressed to black belts. All students and Sensei's and The Sheehan bring a family atmosphere to the school which is very nice. My kids love this school.

Cranford Judo Karate Center has something for everyone! Some dojos Can feel boring and repetitive,…read moreor not relevant to real world application... CJKC gives you ample opportunity to perfect a skill while also giving ample opportunity to practice real application of that skill. In Judo, you are guaranteed to be practicing real application of everything you learn every single day (and have the opportunity to practice with athletes who have and do compete professionally). In Karate you are given ample opportunity to learn, practice with a partner/on bags, and utilize what you learn in sparring! The Sensei's are super knowledgeable and helpful to all learning abilities/levels/age groups. Membership price is fantastic as well... more bang for your buck than your typical gym! This is a dojo like no other. Highly recommended! You will learn so much and feel better/stronger than ever!

Has produced many Olympian's. One of the best martial arts schools in the country. Highly recommendread more

I basically grew up in this Dojo. I trained with my mother and my sister since I was 6 years old. I…read moream now 26. I simply cannot imagine where I would be without the skills, discipline, and confidence that I gained training here. The Whiteleys are amazing instructors, and the dojo community is wonderful. I have continued trained in martial arts into adulthood, and it has been one of the most fulfilling pursuits of my life. Whenever I talk to friends with kids, I always encourage them to try karate because it is entirely responsible for how great I turned out :) Being confident in your ability to defend yourself is such a potent ingredient for self-assuredness later on in life, and the philosophical lessons within the practice are such good lessons for kids: hard work, discipline, steeling your nerves for competition, trust and respect when working with other people... I could go on and on.

Absolutely outstanding martial arts school that is (properly) run as a community by the terrific…read moreWhiteley family. This is not a tournament school, but a dojo where the goal is not just learning and refining technique but to "go deep" into the martial arts and integrate the spirit and mental practices into everyday life. The resident sensei is one of the most outstanding teachers of any subject or skill that I have ever encountered. This should be the new "go-to" martial arts school for adults and children in Bernardsville and surrounding communities.

Students develop self defense skills and self confidence at this school that teaches traditional…read morekarate. Great place for both adults and children. Classes are taught by black belts with decades of experience. Monthly dues are affordable.

This is my first time taking karate and self defense. The instructors are all knowledgeable and…read morevery patient. If you are on the fence about trying something new... stop on by. You will be pleasantly surprised.

Matt the owner is amazing. My son was getting bullied in school and I needed help quickly. He…read moreresponded to my email in less then 24 hours and told me what he could do to help. He also was able to see my son that week. The week before my son didn't even want to go to school and was scared. After Matt's private lesson, he had a regained sense of confidence and went to school again without being terrified. You can see Matt truly cares about the kids and is so passionate about karate. Thank you Matt, you will never know what this meant to us!

Very nice place to train parking is a little rough. School appears to be growing in numbersread more

This Dojo/gym will always have a special place in my heart…read more Ten years ago, I trained with Shuseki Shihan Sana and Jun Shihan Jo. They ( and all the instructors) are truly amazing people, Who have a genuine interest in strengthening the mind body and character of All who train with them. If you're looking for a place that you will be welcomed, treated with respect, and held in high regard, this is the place for you . Always feels like home to me. OSU!

I've been going here for a little over three years. I just turned forty and I have zero previous…read moremartial art experience. It's a very welcoming environment to improve your body and your mind while practicing traditional karate.

I have been Shihan Sakai's student for 35 years. He is DEFINITELY the best instructor I've ever…read moretrained under.

This place is great, my son really likes going there. The instructor is extremely professional and…read morereally hands on. The prices are really reasonable, they will not try to scam you into spending money for unnecessary things like some other martial schools will. The place is clean and quiet- I like that a lot. I really recommend this kyokushin karate school.

I love this karate school. My review may be a little bias since I've been going here since I was 5…read moreand I am now almost 31, but there is a reason I have stuck around all this time. The instructors are very patient and attentive with children of all ages as well as adults. If you are looking to train at a true traditional martial arts school, or just want to get in better shape while learning self-defense then the Isshin-Ryu Karate Academy is your best choice.

This place is the best training I've ever gotten...I have never been an athletic person...and I…read moreneeded quite a bit of help...the black belts worked very patiently with me one on one at times to help me perfect my moves. This dojo teaches the old-fashioned type karate training that builds confidence for life.