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Focus Martial Arts

5 ★★★★★ 218 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Middlesex, New Jersey

Taekwondo school Free trial Beginners welcome Kids & teens

Plan your first class

  • Free trial or intro class most schools welcome new students with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
  • Kids & teens classes kids and teens taekwondo classes — built around discipline, focus, confidence, and anti-bully skills
  • Beginner-friendly all ages and levels welcome, including total beginners — you don't need to be fit or have any experience to start
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  • Website & schedule focusmartialarts.net — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (732) 209-1846

Hours

Monday 10 AM–8 PM
Tuesday 10 AM–8 PM
Wednesday 10 AM–8 PM
Thursday 10 AM–8 PM
Friday 10 AM–8 PM
Saturday 7 AM–2 PM
Sunday Closed

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

The classes they run

Taekwondo classes on the schedule at Focus Martial Arts, confirmed in students' own reviews and the school's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Taekwondo 26 mentions

“Miss Manuela is absolutely wonderful with the kids; she brings such patience, energy, and encouragement to every interaction.”

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🐲 Little Dragons 2 mentions

“I recently enrolled my 3-year-old son in the little ninjas class, and I must say, it has been a fantastic experience for both of us.”

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Other martial arts here

Taekwondo schools are often multi-discipline. Here's what else students mention training under the same roof at Focus Martial Arts — mined from their reviews and the school's own info.

🎽 Karate 2 mentions

“NJ karate school for my grandson.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the school's own info — they show what students have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want hapkido, karate, or judo alongside your taekwondo, confirm the current schedule with the school.

What students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 218 Google reviews — in their own words.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 7 mentions

“From the very first class I finally came to, he pushed me and my friends harder than we’ve ever been pushed before.”

🤝 friendly, family atmosphere 16 mentions

“The instructors are incredibly supportive, patient, and truly care about helping every student grow both in martial arts and in confidence.”

📘 strong forms & technique 2 mentions

“They focus not only on martial arts techniques but also on discipline, respect, perseverance, and self-confidence, valuable lessons that carry over into everyday life.”

🧒 strong kids program 8 mentions

“Our son has been attending Focus Martial Arts since they first opened, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience.”

🧼 clean, well-kept dojang 4 mentions

“The instructors are incredible, the classes are always fun and helpful, and the place feels super cozy and clean.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 52 mentions

“Our son has been attending Focus Martial Arts since they first opened, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience.”

From the reviews

Mr. Porter and his entire staff are fantastic. My daughter who is 4 started about a month ago because her therapist recommended it for focusing and behaviors. The entire staff at focus martial arts does an amazing job helping each and every student.

★★★★★ — Samantha, Mar 2024

I recently enrolled my 3-year-old son in the little ninjas class, and I must say, it has been a fantastic experience for both of us. The class is designed perfectly for preschoolers, striking a balance between fun and learning valuable skills.

★★★★★ — Brendaliz, Sep 2023

We love Focus Martial Arts, the instructors are knowledgeable and patient and professional! Your child will learn focus, drive, discipline, community and so much more!

★★★★★ — Erika, Oct 2023

Focus Martial Arts has been such a positive part of my son’s life over the past year. The instructors are not only highly skilled but also incredibly patient, kind, and encouraging. My son looks forward to every class—he’s gained confidence, discipline, and has so much fun while learning.

★★★★★ — Leslie, Jul 2025

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 218 reviews →

New to taekwondo? Start at Focus Martial Arts

Focus Martial Arts comes up as a beginner-friendly school, going by their listing and students’ reviews. If you've never trained or set foot in a dojang, 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 instructors scale the intensity to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable schools build fundamentals (stances, blocks, kicks, and basic forms) for weeks, sparring eases in gradually and with gear on, and instructors keep it controlled and safe. Third, all ages and all levels 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 schools are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.

Check beginner classes on their site

Your first taekwondo class at Focus Martial Arts

Nervous about walking into a taekwondo school for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good instructors expect 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, and kicks with a partner or on pads — not hard sparring. Rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: loose athletic wear you can move in (or a dobok if you have one); you'll train barefoot on the floor. What to bring: water and a positive attitude — many schools lend a loaner dobok for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll get your own dobok and belt, and sparring gear (mouthguard, headgear, and guards) once you begin sparring. Sparring eases in gradually, once your fundamentals and forms are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the instructor. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.

Taekwondo is a martial art and a contact sport. Ease in, 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 Focus Martial Arts

722 Union Ave, Middlesex, NJ08846

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