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Kickboxing Plus Taekwondo Academy

4.8 ★★★★★ 32 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Matawan, New Jersey

Taekwondo school Kids & teens Private lessons Competition team

Plan your first class

  • Kids & teens classes kids and teens taekwondo classes — built around discipline, focus, confidence, and anti-bully skills
  • Private lessons private, one-on-one instruction available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
  • Competition & demo team a competition and demonstration team for students who want to test themselves at tournaments and events
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule kickboxingplus.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (848) 298-9891

Hours

Monday 11 AM–8 PM
Tuesday 11 AM–8 PM
Wednesday 11 AM–8 PM
Thursday 11 AM–8 PM
Friday 11 AM–8 PM
Saturday 10 AM–1 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 Kickboxing Plus Taekwondo Academy, confirmed in students' own reviews and the school's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Taekwondo 24 mentions

“Master Des Jardin is highly energetic with the children and provides a safe place to come and learn the craft of Martial Arts.”

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🧑 Adult Classes 2 mentions

“Also Master Jardin's adult class is very well organized and his training methods are top notch.”

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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 Kickboxing Plus Taekwondo Academy — mined from their reviews and the school's own info.

🦵 Kickboxing 8 mentions

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We’ve been coming to Kickboxing Plus for a few years now, and it’s been an incredible experience for our family.”

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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 32 Google reviews — in their own words.

🤝 friendly, family atmosphere 5 mentions

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We’ve been coming to Kickboxing Plus for a few years now, and it’s been an incredible experience for our family.”

🧒 strong kids program 4 mentions

“Carlos is an amazing and caring instructor who has helped my daughter gain self-confidence both physically and mentally.”

competition & tournament success 2 mentions

“They’ve done well in tournaments thanks to the excellent training and encouragement they receive here.”

certified & recognized school 10 mentions

“Master Des Jardin adapts his teaching style throughout the class for different learning styles and levels of students in the 13+ class.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 15 mentions

“Carlos is an amazing and caring instructor who has helped my daughter gain self-confidence both physically and mentally.”

From the reviews

Master Des Jardin is highly energetic with the children and provides a safe place to come and learn the craft of Martial Arts. It is great seeing his interaction with the children and watching them progress in their knowledge of martial arts. Their confidence shows as they learn new moves.

★★★★★ — Trena, Nov 2021

I've thoroughly enjoyed my training at Kickboxing Plus. I was nervous since I've never taken any martial arts classes before, but a friend asked me to try it and I love it. Several weeks into the class, I've learned so much and have fun while getting in shape. This is much more fun than a treadmill.

★★★★★ — Suzy, Dec 2021

My 4.5 year old niece and sister recently started taking classes at this school and they both love it!! I see marked improvement in my niece's ability to keep her self-control and focus in check. She has high energy and these classes have given her a fun and positive outlet.

★★★★★ — Carolee, Nov 2021

My son absolutely loves coming here. Master Des Jardin is a wonderful teacher! I’m extremely happy I found out about his classes. My son is more confident, is able to learn how to defend himself and feels proud of all his accomplishments. Thank you for all you do Master Des Jardin!

★★★★★ — Sherri, Apr 2022

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Your first taekwondo class at Kickboxing Plus Taekwondo Academy

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 Kickboxing Plus Taekwondo Academy

Park Plaza, 343 NJ-34, Matawan, NJ07747

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