back

back

01

authentic karate

All Levels

All Levels

Adaptive Karate

Adaptive Karate

Inclusive karate tailored to each student's abilities, needs, and goals, with personalized guidance.

Inclusive karate tailored to each student's abilities, needs, and goals, with personalized guidance.

Martial arts competitor wearing a black jacket and white karate uniform, proudly displaying multiple championship medals on stage.

Our Adaptive Karate program is built on decades of experience working with individuals with diverse abilities. We take an inclusive, flexible approach to help each student find a suitable way to participate in martial arts.


Beyond karate, additional sports opportunities for individuals from NJ-DDD include archery, bowling, and cycling. Contact our team to learn more.

Who is this program for?

Who is this program for?

Our Adaptive Karate approach welcomes children, teens, and adults aged 21 and above with diverse physical, mobility, cognitive, visual, and hearing abilities.


For students interested in competition, specialized Para Kata training offers opportunities to pursue national and international competitions.


Every individual has different needs, and we're here to help families explore the right training approach for them.

TRAIN AT YOUR OWN PACE, GROW WITH CONFIDENCE

TRAIN AT YOUR OWN PACE, GROW WITH CONFIDENCE

Young karate student wearing a white gi, green belt, and blue gloves posing in front of a TKC Dojo competition backdrop.

A TRAINING APPROACH THAT STARTS WITH YOU

A TRAINING APPROACH THAT STARTS WITH YOU

There is no single approach that works for everyone. That's why we start by listening to families, understanding each individual's needs, and exploring the most suitable way to participate.

Depending on the student, this may include:

  • Integrated Classes: Joining regular classes alongside other students, with appropriate support and adjustments.

  • Private Lessons: Individual instruction tailored to the student's needs, abilities, and learning pace.

  • Dedicated Group Classes: A separate class may be considered when a group setting better supports the students' needs.

The next step is always determined through a conversation with the family.

HOW WE CARE FOR EVERY STUDENT

HOW WE CARE FOR EVERY STUDENT

At TKC Dojo, we bring decades of experience working with individuals with diverse abilities. We understand that every student has a different starting point, and every family has its own considerations.

Our goal is to listen, understand, and work together with families to find a suitable way for each student to experience karate.

QUESTIONS

QUESTIONS

Who can join the Adaptive Karate program?

The program welcomes children, teens, and adults aged 21 and above with a range of physical, mobility, cognitive, visual, and hearing challenges.

Does the training accommodate different abilities?
Can students compete in karate competitions?
What does it cost after the free week?
Who can join the Adaptive Karate program?

The program welcomes children, teens, and adults aged 21 and above with a range of physical, mobility, cognitive, visual, and hearing challenges.

Does the training accommodate different abilities?
Can students compete in karate competitions?
What does it cost after the free week?

Gallery

Gallery

Moments Along the Journey

Moments Along the Journey

1 / 6
1 / 6

testimonials

testimonials

THE IMPACT OF ADAPTIVE KARATE

In their

own words

“ I can tell you that there is no other school in New Jersey that teaches the Authentic Karate that Shihan Buttermark does. As father of autistic child, John Robert came in here 7 years ago, not be able to throw a punch or kick. The socialization and the friendships that he's made here are more than words could ever mention. ”

Indira's profile photo

John C.

Father of an Autistic TKC Student

John's profile photo

John C.

Father of an Autistic TKC Student

John's profile photo

John C.

Father of an Autistic TKC Student

get started

Start Your Free Week

Tell us a little about your family and we will match you to the right class, confirm a start date and send your registration and waiver, all before you set foot in the dojo.

  1. A full free week of classes for every new student

  2. Then your first month of Karate for $50, uniform included

  3. We confirm by text and email within one business day

get started

Start Your Free Week

Tell us a little about your family and we will match you to the right class, confirm a start date and send your registration and waiver, all before you set foot in the dojo.

A full free week of classes for every new student

Then your first month of Karate for $50, uniform included

We confirm by text and email within one business day