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Family Fitness Karate & Kickboxing - Central Ave

4.9 ★★★★★ 56 Google reviews · Kickboxing gym in Jersey City, New Jersey

Kickboxing gym Kids & teens Private lessons Competition team

Plan your first class

  • Kids & teen classes kids and teen kickboxing classes (ages 3–14) — built around confidence, focus, and fun
  • Private lessons one-on-one coaching available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
  • Sparring sparring and partner work for members who want it — always optional, eased in gradually, with the coach controlling the contact
  • Competition team a competition team for members who want to test themselves in the ring — amateur kickboxing, muay thai, or K-1
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website & schedule ffmanj.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone (201) 222-8996

Hours

Monday 10 AM–9 PM
Tuesday 10 AM–9 PM
Wednesday 10 AM–9 PM
Thursday 10 AM–9 PM
Friday 10 AM–7:30 PM
Saturday 9 AM–3 PM
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays and class-schedule changes — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Kickboxing classes on the schedule at Family Fitness Karate & Kickboxing - Central Ave, confirmed in members' own reviews and the gym's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Kickboxing 41 mentions

“Jerry is an amazing, patient teacher and he clearly loves what he does — help children have stronger cores, can defend themselves all while teaching them solid principles.”

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Other martial arts here

Kickboxing gyms are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else members mention training under the same roof at Family Fitness Karate & Kickboxing - Central Ave — mined from their reviews and the gym's own info.

🏟️ MMA 3 mentions

“The after school program is perfect for our 6-year-old as he gets picked up from school, gets homework help, and MMA classes for a single fee.”

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🥋 Karate 14 mentions

“My 6yr old daughter Arianna, has been attending Family Fitness Karate and Kickboxing for almost 2yrs now, and we Absolutely love everything about them.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 2 mentions

“In September 2017 I have attended self defense class.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the gym's own info — they show what members have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want muay thai, boxing, or MMA alongside your kickboxing, confirm the current schedule with the gym.

What members say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 56 Google reviews — in their own words.

🧒 strong kids program 5 mentions

“In the past year I have witnessed my daughter’s confidence level skyrocket.”

🧼 clean, well-equipped gym 4 mentions

“The location is extremely clean, floors are always clean the walls have fresh paint the lay out is not cluttered and they have all brand new and clean equipment.”

🧠 builds confidence & relieves stress 7 mentions

“My son has gained so much confidence this past year, he went from being a shy little boy, to someone who wants to run and play with everybody!”

🤝 friendly, family gym 40 mentions

“My 6yr old daughter Arianna, has been attending Family Fitness Karate and Kickboxing for almost 2yrs now, and we Absolutely love everything about them.”

From the reviews

I have been sending my 6 year old daughter to Family Fitness Mixed Marcial Arts studio for a mixed martial arts class since September 2017. She absolutely loves it and I definitely see improvement in her behavior. The studio is clean and the staff are polite and professional.

★★★★★ — Monika, Jan 2018

Family Fitness Karate and Kickboxing has been an amazing experience! I signed my daughter up for the 6-week trial and we loved it! We are now full members, Master Vinh and Master Mike are amazing with the children! I've seen the focus and confidence that it has given my daughter. We truly love it here!

★★★★★ — Nordia, Oct 2017

This is a well deserved review as we are closing in on a year at this martial art studio and can actually speak from experience. The location is extremely clean, floors are always clean the walls have fresh paint the lay out is not cluttered and they have all brand new and clean equipment.

★★★★★ — The, Nov 2017

I am 100% satified with this martial arts academy . Not only are they amazing at what they do , they are extremely patient . This academy offers high level training and coaching . With great caring staff . The place is beyond amazing.

★★★★★ — Christina, Dec 2017

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Your first kickboxing class at Family Fitness Karate & Kickboxing - Central Ave

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.

Kickboxing is a contact sport. Warm up, pace yourself, listen to your coaches, 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 Family Fitness Karate & Kickboxing - Central Ave

419 Central Ave, Jersey City, NJ07307

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