Karate Fit USA LLC

"Highly recommend Karate Fit USA. My daughter just started and she enjoys every single class. Sensei Mark Swingle is not only professional but also thoughtful and fun. All the instructors are very responsible. They impact students by being disciplined and caring themselves. Classes are well scheduled and parents are kept informed at all times. It’s a hidden gem (dragon ball) in NJ."

"My son (8 y.o.) has been attending Karate Fit for almost two years. Every instructor is patient and kind and knows how to engage the kids so they are having fun while learning. There are opportunities for non-karate activities (movie nights, town parades) which foster a sense of community. My son has gained confidence and it’s always a joy to watch him master a new kata, earn a new belt, board break, or just enjoy spending time with his fellow classmates. Great job to Sensei Swingle and his team for creating such a wonderful, welcoming environment."

"I highly recommend training at Karate Fit with Sensei Mark Swingle. I have been engaged in the study and training in martial arts with many different instructors over the years. Sensei Swingle is the only instructor Who demonstrates the application of practical real world self defense situations to our formal training. I know the confidence and character building his training has on children, teens and adults. Older people and retirees like myself benefit as well. You are never to old. I am in my 70s and I always look forward to my next class. It is the best martial arts and self-defense training. I have seen anywhere. Craig Bahrs"

"My child has been taking lessons at this school for two years, and we have been very happy with both the skills being taught and how the classes are conducted. This is NOT just an exercise class with martial arts trappings; the techniques of the style are practical and straightforward. Everything is grounded in no-nonsense Okinawan karate methods. The dojo is comfortable and well-equipped with ample space for target drills, sparring, kata, and weapons practice. Sensei Swingle strikes a nice balance between the traditional elements of serious training and also having fun, more light-hearted elements in the session (especially with the kids' classes) to keep the practice time engaging. The curriculum has plenty of work for getting better and more fit without the stereotypical "grind" of some other schools where students are subtly competing to "one-up" each other in doing more reps or displaying more toughness. Sensei Swingle maintains an atmosphere where all students and teachers are cooperating to improve their karate skills together regardless of rank. He is enthusiastic about sharing explanations for why techniques work and how students can adjust their application to make them more effective rather than just teaching in a "do as I do" manner. We are very glad to have found this ideal combination of teacher, facility, and students for training close to home!"

"My son has ADHD and we were looking for a karate school for awhile. Sensei Swingle here is great with children and has the most patience I have ever seen. The kids learn quickly and are taught all the moves at a good pace. When the kids start to get out of control, they call them out and appropriately discipline them as needed, holding them accountable and limit class disruption. I would not go to another karate class ever. There are several instructors and they are all Excellent."