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Impact Martial Arts Clinton offers classes in TaeKwonDo, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Kickboxing, and a Little Ninjas program. The program includes specially designed Little Ninjas classes for pre-school and kindergarten children ages 4–5, along with additional martial arts training options for older kids and teens.
• Ages: 4–18 years old
• Schedule: School hours Monday–Friday 1:00 PM–9:30 PM, and Saturday 9:30 AM–12:30 PM
Impact Martial Arts was established in 1993 by 5th Degree Black Belt Master Instructor Frank Paul, who has been teaching since 1992 and has been the Chief Instructor at the Clinton Academy since its inception in October 1993. Founder and Chief Instructor Frank Paul is a 5th Degree Black Belt Master Instructor in Taekwondo and a 3rd Degree and Certified Instructor in Haidong Gumdo, and he was inducted into the USA Martial Arts Hall of Fame in January 2006. The staff includes instructors such as Chris Reitz, who holds a 2nd degree black belt in Taekwondo, a black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and a 500-hour yoga teaching certification; Chase Gray, a Sr. 3rd Degree Black Belt in TaeKwonDo and a blue belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu; and Jayden Ruban, a 4th Degree Black Belt in TaeKwonDo and a blue belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu who has trained with law enforcement and military and has experience in firearms safety training and women’s self defense. Additional Brazilian Jiu Jitsu instructors include Ryan Catanzareti, who has experience in Wing Chun, Silat, and CQC and is a purple belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu; Jim Vogel, who has over 14 years of consistent training in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and was awarded his black belt at the Renzo Gracie Academy under Professor Fabio Coelho (certificate number 568); and Evan, who began training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in May 2019 and is currently a brown belt.
Impact Martial Arts states that it is an unparalleled martial arts school providing professional instruction in Somerset and Hunterdon counties and serving the Clinton, Annadale, and Flemington areas. The school offers classes with acclaimed certified instructors in TaeKwonDo and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and continually strives to provide quality martial arts training to over 300 active students, from kids to adults. Impact Martial Arts also offers Kickboxing classes that mix fast, dynamic kicks from Taekwondo with techniques from American Kickboxing, Muay Thai, boxing, and MMA striking, as well as an Impact Martial Arts Leadership Program (IMPACT program) that teaches advanced students leadership skills. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu training is also offered for law enforcement and is described by the program as a perfect martial art for law enforcement officers to practice due to the many benefits it has to offer.
Impact Martial Arts regularly hosts tournaments through NJ Taekwondo Tournaments and their affiliated schools, and schools in the tri-state area host a variety of tournaments through NJ TKD Tournaments. According to testimonials, families describe Impact Martial Arts as having top-notch, highly skilled instructors who work with all sizes, ages, and backgrounds, and some note that the school is excellent for both parents and kids. One testimonial states that training in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu at Impact Martial Arts was a major help in preparing for a career in law enforcement and getting through the academy. Another testimonial describes Impact Martial Arts as a home away from home and an outstanding place to grow as a martial artist and as a person.
Last updated May 14, 2026.
• Ages: 4–18 years old
• Schedule: School hours Monday–Friday 1:00 PM–9:30 PM, and Saturday 9:30 AM–12:30 PM
Impact Martial Arts was established in 1993 by 5th Degree Black Belt Master Instructor Frank Paul, who has been teaching since 1992 and has been the Chief Instructor at the Clinton Academy since its inception in October 1993. Founder and Chief Instructor Frank Paul is a 5th Degree Black Belt Master Instructor in Taekwondo and a 3rd Degree and Certified Instructor in Haidong Gumdo, and he was inducted into the USA Martial Arts Hall of Fame in January 2006. The staff includes instructors such as Chris Reitz, who holds a 2nd degree black belt in Taekwondo, a black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and a 500-hour yoga teaching certification; Chase Gray, a Sr. 3rd Degree Black Belt in TaeKwonDo and a blue belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu; and Jayden Ruban, a 4th Degree Black Belt in TaeKwonDo and a blue belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu who has trained with law enforcement and military and has experience in firearms safety training and women’s self defense. Additional Brazilian Jiu Jitsu instructors include Ryan Catanzareti, who has experience in Wing Chun, Silat, and CQC and is a purple belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu; Jim Vogel, who has over 14 years of consistent training in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and was awarded his black belt at the Renzo Gracie Academy under Professor Fabio Coelho (certificate number 568); and Evan, who began training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in May 2019 and is currently a brown belt.
Impact Martial Arts states that it is an unparalleled martial arts school providing professional instruction in Somerset and Hunterdon counties and serving the Clinton, Annadale, and Flemington areas. The school offers classes with acclaimed certified instructors in TaeKwonDo and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and continually strives to provide quality martial arts training to over 300 active students, from kids to adults. Impact Martial Arts also offers Kickboxing classes that mix fast, dynamic kicks from Taekwondo with techniques from American Kickboxing, Muay Thai, boxing, and MMA striking, as well as an Impact Martial Arts Leadership Program (IMPACT program) that teaches advanced students leadership skills. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu training is also offered for law enforcement and is described by the program as a perfect martial art for law enforcement officers to practice due to the many benefits it has to offer.
Impact Martial Arts regularly hosts tournaments through NJ Taekwondo Tournaments and their affiliated schools, and schools in the tri-state area host a variety of tournaments through NJ TKD Tournaments. According to testimonials, families describe Impact Martial Arts as having top-notch, highly skilled instructors who work with all sizes, ages, and backgrounds, and some note that the school is excellent for both parents and kids. One testimonial states that training in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu at Impact Martial Arts was a major help in preparing for a career in law enforcement and getting through the academy. Another testimonial describes Impact Martial Arts as a home away from home and an outstanding place to grow as a martial artist and as a person.
Last updated May 14, 2026.
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