Black owned and a great environment to bring your kids to learn self defense. I bring my 5 year old son whos very hyperactive, and hes been able to fit in perfectly with the class, learning and growing.

My children (7 & 4 years old) have been taking lessons at Blue Life Karate for a year. In that time, my kids have gained so much confidence and focus through the teaching of Sensei. He has gone above and beyond to help keep the community connected through the pandemic.

The Karate technique is broken down for the children to easily digest. The drills teach them muscle memory so they can react to situations faster then before. Great conditioning for the kids. In a light hearted safe family environment.

My boys (ages 5 and 9) have only been going for a few months, but we love it! my older son took karate at a few places when we lived in NYC and it was a total fail. they focused on silly stuff like getting them to break a board but they didnt really learn anything. and the teachers couldnt control the kids - they got bored when it wasnt their turn. My son hated going and he quit after a few weeks.The Blue Life Karate classes are completely different - Sensei Howard captures the kids attention - they focus, listen, and light up when he helps them. Its hard to believe someone so gifted in karate would be so patient and good with kids - but Sensei Howard is a rare find! Highly recommend - AND the best part, you can try 3 classes for only $12! i cant tell you how much $ weve thrown away on abandoned classes and barely used sports equipment. I love that the kids could try it out before we had to commit.

Blue Life has been a major bright spot during the Covid crisis. My son is learning so quickly and Sensei Howard has gone above and beyond with private instruction and great accessibility during this difficult time.

A totally professional environment and effective Arts for children and adults, each class you will walk away with new skills and fitness goals! Definitely recommend taking a course at Blue Life Karate Maplewood NJ 😎✌

My kids have been taking karate classes at Blue Life Karate for many years now and they love the new location at 1882 Springfield Avenue. The space is bright and well-lit with plenty of seating for the parents to watch the karate classes and parking in the back. Shihan Durand Howard is an excellent karate instructor and make the classes fun for the kids, but also serious enough for them to learn some very useful martial arts skills and life skills such as discipline and focus. I highly recommend Blue Life Karate for both boys and girls.

A great Karate school for students of all ages!

Blue Life Karate is the best. Shihan is the kid whisperer! He builds confidence and character in all of the kids. My son has been a student there for4 1/2 years; the best karate instruction and discipline around.

Really nice for the kids to learn! I Recommend it.Great Job !

Shihan Howard is a very experienced martial artist, a great fighter, and a kind, generous gentleman. Hes what a martial arts instructor SHOULD be. First rate.

Shihan Howard is an accomplished Kali practitioner. John Neal

Blue Life Karate is a great place to learn.

I really love this place

Great place