It’s important to teach kids life skills that they can carry
with them for years to come

Build your child’s character through martial arts training

Sidekick Martial arts training will give your son or daughter the chance to strengthen their mind as well as body.

“Wearing a Black Belt does not mean you are invincible…
It means you never gave up, worked past the pain, overcame the disappointments, didn’t cave into your doubts, faced your fears, and learned enough to realize how little you actually know.”

Our children’s program is for ages 3.5 through teens:

  • Tiny Tigers: ages 3.5 – 5
    Tiny Tigers not only learn martial arts but also develop flexibility, balance, coordination, and strength. They’ll also learn how to take directions, wait their turn, and embrace all the basic yet most important aspects of becoming a black belt.
  • Beginners: ages 5+
    Classes include martial arts, kickboxing, fitness, balance and strength training. Additionally, we incorporate interactive games into our sessions to keep children engaged. Children with impairing symptoms of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder are welcome to join our classes.
  • Intermediate: child 6+, who has previous experience
    For intermediate classes, we incorporate physical contact such as sparring and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, along with weight training emphasizing proper form. Classes also include martial arts, kickboxing, fitness, and strength training.
  • Teens and Adults Fitness & Martial Arts:
    Age 13 and up
    No previous experience is required. Classes include self-defense, kettlebell strength training, cardio workouts, Kali sticks, kickboxing, and much more. Parents of existing students will receive a discounted price.

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What Martial Arts teaches

Martial arts begins and ends with Respect

We see this in every class when students and Instructors bow to each other in the start and end of every lesson. We also see it when partners bow to each other when they start working together, and when students bow when they first walk onto the training area.
When we bow, we look up at the person and make eye contact. When we bow, we are telling ourselves and the entire school that we take the things we are about to do seriously, and we are ready and prepared to do what is necessary for our training.
If we treat things as though they are important, we are treating them with respect, and we can create a place of learning. This also applies to our interactions with people. When we treat our Instructors, fellow students, parents, family members as though they are important, as though they have something to offer us, we are treating them with respect, and we are building strong relationships and opportunities to learn from each other.

– I am developing myself in a positive manner and avoiding anything that would reduce my mental growth or physical health.

– I am developing self-discipline in order to bring out the best in myself and others.

– I am using what I learn in class constructively and defensively, to help myself and my fellow man and never to be abusive or offensive.

Focus your eyes, focus your mind, focus your body

Children, who take martial arts lessons from 3.5 to 11 can help them learn to handle bullying, teaches healthy fitness habits, encourages discipline to help develop good study habits, and teaches kids respect and non-violent conflict resolution.
While the physical aspects of exercise and Martial Arts training improve your child’s general health, it likewise improves emotional health with increased self-esteem and self-confidence as well as decreased tension, stress, anxiety and depression. 
Studies also show that a complex physical activity, like martial arts, strengthens neural networks in the brain, and enables kids with ADHD to practice self-control. Movement helps them develop coordination while building strength.

Positive Psychology in Martial Arts

Children will attend classes and learn proper stances, punches, kicks, exercises, stretches and strength training. However, these lessons usually have deeper meanings which are important life lessons.
While there are certainly many benefits to participating in other sports and activities like soccer, gymnastics, and tennis, few can come close to the physical, psychological, emotional and spiritual health and wellness benefits that may be derived from serious martial arts practice.  Below are some benefits of martial arts.

Reviews

Bla G
Bla G
The best place for martial arts, we try few places before but nothing comparable with Sidekick Martial Arts. Master Joe knows the best way how to teach the kids discipline, focus and strength. Our sons are so happy four years in a row with Master Joe and they will continue to learn martial arts from the best!
Azadeh Emami
Azadeh Emami
Highly recommend! Master Joe is absolutely fantastic - He's incredibly kind, patient, and skilled at working with young learners. My son has had an amazing experience and has grown so much under his guidance. It's a wonderful environment for kids to learn and develop both physically and mentally.
wof1990
wof1990
Highly recommend! Master Joe is absolutely fantastic - He's incredibly kind, patient, and skilled at working with young learners. My son has had an amazing experience and has grown so much under his guidance. It's a wonderful environment for kids to learn and develop both physically and mentally.
Lauren Polanco
Lauren Polanco
Our daughter started at Sidkick when she was in Kindergarten. She was a little nervous going at first but Master Joe made her feel so welcome and she loved it ever since. He has worked with her for years honing her skills and pushing her to be the best version of herself, she is now a Jr. Black Belt. We also attend Joe's Kettlebell classes together which is fun to watch the high belts push themselves athletically with the adults, while the high belt students have also taught / trained / given guidance to the adults when we are doing bag work.
Gigi Medina
Gigi Medina
My son loves Master Joe, he was first introduced via his school. Now I got him signed up for unlimited classes. 100% recommend 😃 …
Natalya Babich
Natalya Babich
My daughter loves going to Master Joe’s class! Every class is a different routine which keeps the kids engaged. Furthermore, my daughter insists on coming 15 minutes earlier so she can play with her friends. What a great place!
Sara Kate
Sara Kate
Joe and his team are absolutely FANTASTIC!!! Let me first off say how great Master Joe is at teaching the children's classes. Not only is he patient with the students, but he also shows discipline and respect to them. This is something that I love! He also has a Tiny Tigers program for the little ones as well as birthday parties. The students not only learn martial arts but also have a fun time in class. Joe is also consistently changing the classes. Each time the children come to class, they learn something new. Joe also offers kettle bell and adult martial art classes. Kettle bell classes are AMAZING! I have been taking them for 2 years and I love it! Joe's workouts are always different. When you walk into a Kettle bell class, you never know what you are going to do or what tricks Joe has up his sleeves. He is very patient and explains all of the techniques. He also manages to make the workout fun and an hour flies by! I would absolutely recommend the kettle bell class to anyone who was to shake up their workout routine. Lastly, Joe has adult martial arts. This class is a fantastic class for anyone who is looking to work on their punching and kicking techniques. I would recommend Joe and his school to anyone! You have to try it out!!!
Fiore C
Fiore C
A friend told me about this class and since the first day my son and I felt very welcomed. The energy that master Joe and the rest of the kids had was great. We loved it and thanks to Master Joe for keeping up with my sons progress.