Please select a link for information about any of our classes South Mountain Martial Arts knowledgable instructors, large well maintained mat, and the philosophy that it is better to miss a technique than injure another player through its wreckless application are among the primary reasons. Another is the variety of sports / skills taught in one location. Yet another is our convenient location in Madison, NJ. At SMMA, whether you are studying judo, fencing, sambo or kenpo, you can be assured of having the personal attention which you will need to safely master the finer points of the art. Stop by and watch our classes. Most of those who do so have joined us. You will not encounter the classic, "hard sell" approach to visitors which has been adopted by many schools Why study at South Mountain Martial Arts?
Martial arts provide a level of rounded physical fitness that cannot be achieved by going to the gym alone. Increased strength, flexibility, coordination, timing, and endurance are some of the many benefits, as is the potential for socialization with like minded training partners. By training in a martial art which suits you, with a partner of your choice, you can enjoy an engaging, competitive experience that is right for you.

Most exercise plans fail because they are boring. The martial arts have so many different techniques and strategies, and opponents come in so many shapes, sizes, and skill levels, that any participant in a well developed martial arts program will enjoy a wide variety of interesting and challenging training experiences Why study Martial Arts? Home South Mountain Martial Arts is one of New Jersey's premiere Martial Arts schools. Whether you're interested in self-defense, physical fitness, self-discipline, or in just having fun, South Mountain Martial Arts has something for you. We offer classes in judo, jujitsu, kenpo, sambo, and fencing tostudents of all ages in our Madison, NJ studio, and at the athletic center at Drew University. South Mountain Martial Arts
                   91 Main Street, Madison New Jersey 07940-1849
                                                                         (973) 822-1977 Please note: All of our
fencing classes are now held
at the  athletic center at
Drew University Around the world, a surprising number of the participants in the martial arts which we offer at SMMA have been practicing their respective arts for 20 years or more. This fact alone should  illustrate that there is something unique and compelling about the activity. And, in addition to all the other benefits, the practical martial arts training can help you to develop skills that may help you and your family to protect yourselves if the need should arise.