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ZENTAI Martial Arts - Clifton

5 ★★★★★ 302 Google reviews · Taekwondo school in Clifton, New Jersey

Taekwondo school Kids & teens

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  • Website & schedule zentai.us — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (201) 508-0801

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 tournaments — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

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

🧒 Kids Taekwondo 28 mentions

“My daughter has been thoroughly enjoying her time in the classes, and I have seen significant improvement in her skills and confidence.”

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

🎽 Karate 4 mentions

“We started taking our 4 year old for Karate classes to help improve with strength and focus.”

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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 302 Google reviews — in their own words.

🌱 welcoming to beginners 3 mentions

“They have also been supportive to us as parents, always welcoming, understanding, and willing to answer questions or offer reassurance.”

🤝 friendly, family atmosphere 15 mentions

“They truly cared about what we wanted out of the class, took the time to get to know our family, and are looking to make a plan to effectuate that goal.”

🧒 strong kids program 4 mentions

“As a parent, finding the right environment for your child is everything, especially when your child struggles with anxiety and self-confidence.”

🧠 builds confidence & discipline 15 mentions

“As a parent, finding the right environment for your child is everything, especially when your child struggles with anxiety and self-confidence.”

From the reviews

As a parent, finding the right environment for your child is everything, especially when your child struggles with anxiety and self-confidence. When our son started here, he was hesitant, anxious, and unsure of himself. Over time, I have watched a complete transformation.

★★★★★ — Kimberly, Mar 2026

My daughter has been thoroughly enjoying her time in the classes, and I have seen significant improvement in her skills and confidence. The team at the Clifton branch is more than great. They are professional, supportive, and truly dedicated to the students’ growth and well-being.

★★★★★ — Linda, Aug 2024

Masterfully operated. Wholesome environment. Real discipline and adequate physical training. Kids look forward to class every week!

★★★★★ — Andre, Jan 2026

This place is phenomenal. When I brought my son in, he was immediately greeted by multiple staff members throughout his session, and was made to feel special. He was beaming with pride, and cannot wait to go back. Most impressive was how much the staff genuinely cared about him.

★★★★★ — Ronen, Jan 2026

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Your first taekwondo class at ZENTAI Martial Arts - Clifton

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 ZENTAI Martial Arts - Clifton

16 Market St, Clifton, NJ07012

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