Ages 4–6Little Dragons
Playful, purposeful classes that turn listening, coordination, and brave first steps into habits.
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Aberdeen / Matawan, New Jersey
Kids martial arts.
Real confidence.
Krav Maga self-defense.
Our Route 34 dojo is home base for Matawan and Aberdeen families — kids karate after school, and Krav Maga self-defense for teens and adults in the evening.
1070 Rt 34, Matawan, NJ 07747 · Plaza 34
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Google · checked September 20, 2026
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Programs in Aberdeen / Matawan
Karate for children.
Krav Maga for teens and adults.
Looking for martial arts for kids or adult self-defense near Matawan and Aberdeen? Karate builds focus and confidence for children, and Krav Maga teaches teens and adults practical self-defense — both open to complete beginners.
Ages 4–6
Ages 7–12Kids Karate
A clear belt path that helps kids practice focus, respect, perseverance, and calm confidence.
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Ages 13+Krav Maga
Practical self-defense and energizing conditioning taught step by step for complete beginners.
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Graduations & special events
Belt graduations, tournaments, and special events for our Aberdeen / Matawan families — view what's coming up and register online.
Growth beyond the belt
What practice
looks like at home.
Our Black Belt Leaders mission connects what students do in class with everyday choices: listening with intention, treating others with respect, and staying with hard things long enough to improve.
- Patient coaching with clear expectations
- Progress students can see and feel
- A welcoming path for complete beginners
Local family feedback
Why families
keep showing up.
Sensei Kelsi and the coaches bring patience, kindness, and fun to every class.
Connie Lai
Google review
His daughter gained confidence while receiving thoughtful individual attention.
Matt Walch
Google review
Close to home
Serving Matawan and Aberdeen, Old Bridge, Holmdel, Hazlet, Marlboro.
Visit us near Route 34 and Strathmore. Looking for another Empower school? East Brunswick / Milltown · Edison
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2 Weeks FREE.
Your decision.
Send a request and our Aberdeen / Matawan team will contact you to confirm an appropriate class time.
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Tell us who will be training and which school works best. We'll contact you to confirm a class time. There is no commitment to enroll during your trial.
Aberdeen / Matawan questions
Before your
first class.
Find us at 1070 Rt 34, Matawan, NJ 07747 in Plaza 34. Call (732) 288-6446 for help choosing a class.
Yes. This school is our closest location for families in Matawan, Aberdeen, Old Bridge, Holmdel and the surrounding area, near Route 34 and Strathmore. If another Empower school is closer to you, open its page from the links on this page.
Yes. Krav Maga at our Aberdeen / Matawan school is self-defense for teens and adults ages 13+. It is taught step by step, so you can start with no martial arts background. Call (732) 288-6446 or request your 2 Weeks FREE trial to get started.
Little Dragons is for ages 4–6, and Kids Karate is for ages 7–12. Both welcome complete beginners.
Yes. Techniques and conditioning are introduced step by step, so beginners can learn at a comfortable pace.
Little Dragons is for ages 4–6, Kids Karate is for ages 7–12, and Krav Maga is for teens and adults 13+. If you're unsure, pick the closest match on the form and we'll help you choose.
Class times depend on the program and age group. Send the free-trial request or call (732) 288-6446, and our Aberdeen / Matawan team will match you with a class time that fits your schedule.
Use the Register for Events button on this page. It opens the Aberdeen / Matawan school's own registration page, where you can see upcoming graduations and special events.
Your request is a call-back, not an appointment: our Aberdeen / Matawan team contacts you to confirm an appropriate class time, then students train with their age group for two weeks. There is no commitment to enroll — you decide only after experiencing the classes.
Wear comfortable clothes — a uniform is not needed for the trial — and arrive a few minutes early so instructors can welcome you. If you have questions before your visit, call (732) 288-6446; we'll explain everything when you arrive.
No. There is no commitment to enroll during your trial. The school will explain available options only after you have experienced the classes.