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Dragons Den Martial Arts
5 ★★★★★ 81 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Budd Lake, New Jersey
Plan your first class
- Free trial or intro class most gyms welcome new members with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
- Beginner-friendly all fitness levels welcome, including total beginners — no experience needed, and you get in shape by training, not before
- Cardio kickboxing classes high-energy cardio kickboxing on the bags and pads — a fun, sweaty workout built for fitness and weight loss, at your own pace
- Kids & teen classes kids and teen kickboxing classes (ages 1–3) — built around confidence, focus, and fun
- Women's classes dedicated women's kickboxing classes — a welcoming space to start out and train
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- Website & schedule dragonsdenmartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
- Phone +1 908-327-4133
Hours
| Monday | 4–7 pm |
| Tuesday | 4–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 4–8 pm |
| Thursday | 4–8 pm |
| Friday | 4–8 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–12 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
The classes they run
“We highly recommend Dragon’s Den as they go above and beyond when it comes to not just martial arts instruction, but kid-friendly events and even amazing birthday parties.”
“I took a self defense one time course and then women’s kickboxing series and now my daughter is in the mini dragons class for 1-3 year olds.”
Other martial arts here
“I took a self defense one time course and then women’s kickboxing series and now my daughter is in the mini dragons class for 1-3 year olds.”
What members say
“After hearing so many amazing things about DDMA we brought our kids to try out classes in July. They both loved it and we have been going every chance we get ever since!”
“I took a self defense one time course and then women’s kickboxing series and now my daughter is in the mini dragons class for 1-3 year olds.”
“They also help them with their forms, offer additional help, build confidence, and teach them other lessons that can be applied in different areas of their life.”
“We highly recommend Dragon’s Den as they go above and beyond when it comes to not just martial arts instruction, but kid-friendly events and even amazing birthday parties.”
From the reviews
After hearing so many amazing things about DDMA we brought our kids to try out classes in July. They both loved it and we have been going every chance we get ever since! My youngest does the Mini Dragon program and it has been such a fun experience to participate in class with her.
Very experienced and positive instructors! They focus on the whole person, technique, and self defense. Also, younger higher belt instructors are great at helping younger kids with their forms. All the students are treated with respect and are continually active during the lessons. I highly recommend the Dragon's Den!
We highly recommend Dragon’s Den as they go above and beyond when it comes to not just martial arts instruction, but kid-friendly events and even amazing birthday parties. We initially took an intro class because our son has special needs.
I cannot say enough great things about Dragon's Den!! Our family is incredibly grateful for the way our kids have enjoyed and grown through their program. From the moment we stepped through the door, we were impressed.
New to kickboxing? Start at Dragons Den Martial Arts
Dragons Den Martial Arts comes up as a beginner-friendly gym — noted on their own site. If you've never thrown a punch or a kick, that's exactly who a good beginners class is for. A few things worth knowing before your first week. First, you don't need to be fit or coordinated to start — you get in shape by training, not before it, and coaches scale every drill to you. Second, you won't be thrown into hard sparring — reputable gyms build the basics (stance, footwork, and punches and kicks on pads and bags) first, and any contact eases in gradually under a coach's control. Third, all fitness 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 gyms are happy to let you watch or try a class first, so reach out before you commit.
Your first kickboxing class at Dragons Den Martial Arts
Nervous about walking into a kickboxing gym for the first time? Almost everyone is, and good coaches 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 the basics — stance, footwork, and punches and kicks on pads or a heavy bag — not hard sparring. Go at your own pace and rest whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: comfortable athletic clothes you can move and sweat in, and supportive trainers. What to bring: water, and hand wraps and gloves if you have them — many gyms lend loaner gloves for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gloves and wraps (and shin guards once you start sparring). Sparring is optional and eases in gradually, once your basics are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the coach. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.
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