ACTION KARATE · Lebanon

Where Lebanon Kids Learn to Believe in Themselves

4.95/5

Nationwide Student Rating

Programs for Every Age and Experience Level

Our tailored classes help students develop confidence, strength, and respect.

Try 3 Classes — $49

1-on-1 intro session · 2 group classes · Free uniform

Location & Hours

Mon – Sat: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Sun: Closed
Address: 1392 US-22, Lebanon, NJ, 08833, USA
Parking: Street, Parking Lot

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54 Google Reviews

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Programs

More Than Kicks and Belts. Real Skills for Real Life.

Whether your child is just finding their footing or ready to push toward their black belt, we have a program that meets them exactly where they are. Every class at Action Karate Lebanon is designed to build something bigger than technique: it builds people.

Adult Martial Arts Classes

You’re never too old to get stronger, sharper, and more self-assured. Our adult classes blend fitness, focus, and practical self-defense without any of the ego.

Kids Martial Arts Classes

For kids who need an outlet, a challenge, and a community that cheers them on. Our classes build confidence on the mat and character off it.

Ninja Sharks Ages 3 to 6 Classes

Tiny feet, big milestones. Ninja Sharks turns listening, coordination, and self-control into the best part of the week through movement, games, and a whole lot of fun.

Special Needs Martial Arts Classes

Every child deserves to feel capable and celebrated. Our instructors are trained in adaptive teaching methods that meet each student’s unique needs with patience and genuine care.

Birthday Parties

Skip the bounce house. Treat your child to a birthday they’ll actually talk about: action-packed, instructor-led, and unforgettable for the whole crew.

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Why Action Karate

Lebanon Families Choose Us for a Reason

We’re not just another after-school activity. We’re the place where kids who struggled to make eye contact start raising their hand in class, and where shy kids find a voice they didn’t know they had.

Your child won't get lost in the crowd

With a maximum of 25 students per class, every child gets real attention from instructors who actually know their name, their goals, and what they're working through.

We train the whole child, not just the athlete

Every technique we teach is a vehicle for something deeper: focus, respect, self-control. Parents tell us they notice the change at home long before a new belt is earned.

Equipment that challenges and inspires

From custom hand targets and kick shields to sparring gear and martial arts weapons, our training tools give students the kind of diverse, engaging experience that keeps them excited to show up week after week.

Our Space

A Facility Built for Growth

Step onto our mat and you’ll feel the difference right away. This is a space designed for students to move freely, train seriously, and have real fun doing it.
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Sarah Phillips
19:35 05 Mar 26
We have had such an incredible experience at this dojo. Since my son started training here (1 year ago), he has grown tremendously both physically and mentally. Karate has helped him develop discipline, confidence, and a strong sense of accountability for his own success. It has been amazing to watch him push himself, set goals, and take pride in his progress.
Mr. Dylan and Mr. Liam are outstanding instructors. They bring so much energy, passion, and experience to every class, and they truly know how to motivate and connect with the students. My son looks up to them and is always excited to learn from them.
He has joined the Black Belt Leadership program, practices weapons training, participates in sparring, and looks forward to the tournaments every six months. The opportunities the dojo provides help students grow in skill, confidence, and character.
We are so grateful to be part of this community and highly recommend this dojo to any family looking for a program that builds both strong bodies and strong minds.
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Brendon Phillips
23:51 03 Mar 26
This place is absolutely awesome! Kids and adults alike will both learn an incredible amount of mental discipline, physical agility, and strength for both mind and spirit! You'll watch your little kiddos evolve over time from a little lump of soft unfocused clay, into a self confident and respectful block of forged steel. All are welcomed, all are personally trained at their own ability level. Both instructors, Mr. Dylan and Mr. Liam, are a wealth of knowledge and bkack belt level experience.

Basic training is amazing for kids just starting out, with a chance to work their way up to optional tournaments, weapons training, sparring and more!

Another highlight are the extremely affordable birthday parties that are amazingly fun for all kids, regardless of their karate experience.

Want to ditch the kiddos for a few hours on a friday night for a little date night with your cuddle buddy? These guys offer PARENTS NIGHT OUT once a month for a few hours on a friday. It's ab awesome night for EVERYONE especially your littles.

Can't say enough about how awesome this spot is...get in there and try it out for yourself. (They'll probably even let you try it out for free)
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Courtnay Stone
20:15 03 Mar 26
My four year old son currently holds an orange Ninja belt. He's already gaining so much confidence, structure, and self discipline. Masters Dylan and Liam have been monumental in his personal and social growth. We couldn't be more grateful for the positive impact Action Karate has had on him!
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Bridget Finnerty
22:06 22 Jan 26
My son recently started at Action Karate and we are extremely happy with the experience he is having. The community as a whole is wonderful and the instructors Mr. Dylan and Mr. Liam are EXCELLENT with children. I highly recommend this location!
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Alyssa Sheridan
13:21 28 Oct 25
Both Dylan and Liam are excellent with kids. They know how to balance productive encouragement, patience and fun to produce a great program. My son loves his classes and is learning attentiveness as well as karate. I would definitely recommend their studio.
Try 3 Classes — $49

1-on-1 intro session · 2 group classes · Free uniform · Money-back guarantee

No commitment. Limited spots available!

Your Instructors

Meet the Team

Choosing a martial arts school is about more than the curriculum. Here’s why Lebanon families train with us.

Liam Bittner

1st Degree Black Belt

11 years of experience

Instructor

Liam found his footing on the mat at just two years old. After stepping away at nine to explore football, soccer, and parkour, he returned to karate at fifteen with... View instructor's bio

Our Story

100 Students Strong and Just Getting Started

Action Karate Lebanon opened in 2024 with a simple belief: that the right environment and the right instructor can change a child’s trajectory. In less than two years, more than 100 local families have trusted us with something irreplaceable. We don’t take that lightly.
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Every year, we run food and clothing drives that have kept Hunterdon County families warm and fed through the winter months. Being part of this community isn’t a marketing strategy. It’s just who we are.
With custom hand targets, kick shields, sparring equipment, and martial arts weapons in regular rotation, no two classes ever feel the same. Students stay engaged because they’re always learning something new.
From the kid who’s never taken a class to the one who already knows their kata, we adjust, adapt, and meet each student where they are, using visual, verbal, and hands-on instruction that leaves no one behind.
We celebrate effort, not just achievement. Students learn that falling short is part of getting better and that alone is worth more than any trophy.

I was inspired to become an instructor because I enjoy helping kids grow, and it’s really rewarding to see their progress and confidence improve over time.

Instructor Liam Bittner, 1st Degree Black Belt
Try 3 Classes — $49

1-on-1 intro session · 2 group classes · Free uniform · Money-back guarantee

No commitment. Limited spots available!

Find Us

Right in the Heart of Hunterdon Hills

We’re easy to find and even easier to love. Come see why Lebanon families keep coming back.
Hunterdon Hills Plaza
Hertz
Indigo Collective
Bright Horizons at Lebanon
Somerset Pediatrics
Lebanon Borough
High Bridge Elementary
Round Valley School
Clinton Public School
Whitehouse School
Action Karate Lebanon is proud to serve families from Lebanon Borough, High Bridge, Clinton, Whitehouse, and the surrounding Hunterdon County communities. Whether you’re dropping off after a pediatric appointment at Somerset Pediatrics or picking up from Bright Horizons just across the lot, we’re right here in the neighborhood, making it simple to build a routine that your child will actually look forward to.
Community & Partners

Our Role in the Community

Action Karate Lebanon isn’t just a gym. we’re a neighbor. From partnering with local daycares to sponsoring community events, we invest in this town because our students live here, go to school here, and grow up here.

Daycare Partners

First Steps Learning Center, Goddard Schools

School District Partners

Lebanon Borough School District, Raritan School District

Community Partners

Red Mill Museum, NJ4s, Just Jersey Fest

Community Impact

Annual food and clothing drives that have supported Hunterdon County families throughout the winter season

What’s On

Upcoming Events & Programs

From school workshops to summer camp programs — we’re out in the community every week.

FAQ

FAQs Got Questions? We've Got Answers. Here are the things Lebanon families ask us most.

At Action Karate Lebanon, we teach Tang Soo Do — and we invest in the training environment to back it up. This location runs top-of-the-line custom hand targets, kick shields, full sparring equipment, and a range of martial arts weapons, giving students a more diverse and technically detailed set of training opportunities than most schools offer. Lebanon opened in 2024 and has quickly become a real part of the Hunterdon County community, with strong local partnerships and an active school community.
We run classes across the week for families throughout Lebanon Borough, High Bridge, and the surrounding communities. The next major milestone on the calendar is Black Belt Testing on June 6. Use the form on this page to get the full current schedule.
Just come comfortable. For your first session at Action Karate Lebanon, loose clothing you can move in is all you need. Your uniform (gi) is included in the $49 intro offer. Bare feet on the mat, no shoes required.
Lebanon runs programmes from age 3 through to adults, serving families from Lebanon Borough, High Bridge Elementary, Round Valley School, Clinton Public School, and Whitehouse School. Partners include First Steps Learning Center, Goddard Schools, Raritan School District, Lebanon Borough School District, the Red Mill Museum, NJ4s, and Just Jersey Fest. The school also runs food and clothing drives that have kept families fed and clothed throughout the winter — over 100 students enrolled in a school that's genuinely embedded in its community.
We're in Hunterdon Hills Plaza, right next to Hertz and Indigo Collective, across the parking lot from Bright Horizons at Lebanon and Somerset Pediatrics. Parking is available in the plaza lot.

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