Instructor coaching a small group of kids martial arts students, serving Garfield families
Garfield, NJ · About 10 to 15 minutes via Route 46

Kids Martial Arts for Garfield Families

Garfield runs along the Passaic River, from Dahnert's Lake County Park on Midland Avenue down to Outwater Lane. From most of the city, Sidekick Martial Arts in Hasbrouck Heights is about 10 to 15 minutes away: Route 46 east, then Route 17.

We teach ages 3 and up. Tiny Tigers for ages 3-5 (potty trained). Kids Martial Arts for ages 6-14. Master Joe keeps classes small so every child gets noticed.

Call or text (201) 754-4408 · 155 NJ-17, Hasbrouck Heights, NJ 07604

A long term path, not a quick fix

We do not promise a black belt in a few months. Kids earn each belt with effort, listening, and steady progress, and that is exactly why the confidence lasts.

Families who want to see the full path can read our Journey to Black Belt page at /journey-to-black-belt

  • Belts earned through effort, not handed out on a timer
  • Small classes so your child is coached, not parked
  • Respect and focus that show up at home and at school
  • Free Week so you can watch how we coach before you decide

Who this is for

  • Garfield families who want small class kids martial arts nearby
  • Parents who want a long term activity, not a short season
  • Kids who need confidence that comes from real skill
  • Families who want Tiny Tigers (3-5) or Kids Martial Arts (6-14)

Ages 3 and up. Kids must be potty trained.

Programs Garfield families start with

Tiny Tigers (ages 3-5)

Early listening, turns, coordination, and confidence through games and first martial arts basics. Kids must be potty trained.

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Kids Martial Arts (ages 6-14)

Technique, discipline, respect, and focus with clear expectations and real coaching.

Teens and adults (13+)

Kickboxing, strength, and self defense in our teens and adults program. Free Week covers kids, teens, and adults.

Current class times are on our live schedule: sidekick-ma.gymdesk.com/schedule

Try 1 Free Week from Garfield

Most schools offer one free class. We offer one free week so your Garfield kid can settle in and you can see how we actually teach. No credit card required to book. No hard sell on the mat.

Location from Garfield

Sidekick Martial Arts & Fitness

From most of Garfield, take Outwater Lane or local roads to Route 46 east, then Route 17. The drive is usually about 10 to 15 minutes, depending on traffic. We also welcome families from Lodi, Saddle Brook, Elmwood Park, and broader Bergen County.

Questions from Garfield parents

How far is Sidekick from Garfield?

About 10 to 15 minutes from most of Garfield via Route 46 east and Route 17, depending on traffic.

How long does it take to earn a black belt?

It depends on the child. Rank takes work and time, and we do not promise a fast black belt. See the path at /journey-to-black-belt

What ages can join?

Ages 3 and up. Tiny Tigers is ages 3-5 (potty trained). Kids Martial Arts is ages 6-14. Free Week also covers teens and adults.

Do you list class times on this page?

No. Times live on the schedule so they stay accurate: sidekick-ma.gymdesk.com/schedule

Ready to try Sidekick from Garfield?

One free week. No commitment. See the first step on a long term path.