David Kovar Ultra Class – April 13th at 5pm
Join David Kovar, founder of the Kovar System of Martial Arts as he discusses ways of Applying the Samurai Mindset to the COVID-19 Crisis Click here to register
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Chip Townsend Ultra Class – April 14th at 3:30 pm
Join Breaking Champion and Motivational Martial Art Master Chip Townsend as he teaches how to Kick Like a Champ Click here to register
World’s Largest Class 2.0 – April 25th at 2pm
WORLD'S LARGEST MARTIAL ARTS CLASS 2.0Click here for registration linkNew World Record Attempt and FREE martial arts class to benefit Project C.U.R.E. and COVID-19 support efforts. New content from instructors so don't miss out!! Counts as 2 class credits to … Continue reading
Mackensi Emory Online Seminar, 5/8
World Champion Mackensi Emory of Team Paul Mitchell will teach an hour-long seminar on XMA forms and tricks. This is a FREE event for all ranks, but you must register with Eventbrite in advance. Class credit will be given.
Black Belt Online Tournament – May 9th at 10am
We are running a free online tournament this Saturday for all Kickside Black Belts. There will be two divisions: open hand and weapons forms. This tournament will showcase our Black Belts as well as test a software platform for future … Continue reading
Red and Sr Red Belt Review Webinar, 5/15
Register here We are holding 2 review classes for Red and Sr. Red Belts on Friday, May 15th. The primary material covered will be those forms required for the Sr. Red belt test. It is however an opportunity for Sr. … Continue reading
Memorial Day 2020
We will have no instructor-led Zoom classes on Monday May 25th in honor of the Memorial Day Holiday. We will be holding belt-specific webinars for those students who want extra help for the upcoming testing. Links will be emailed and … Continue reading
Outdoor No-Contact Classes Begin (No Zoom Classes) Monday 6/22
We are excited be offer live, limited-attendance no-contact classes at both locations beginning June 22nd. We will not have Zoom classes on Monday 6/22 but will begin a new online class schedule on Tuesday, June 23rd. Please see our update … Continue reading
Online Schedule Change Begins Tuesday, 6/23
NEW SCHEDULE begins June 23 - click here to view new schedule Due to COVID-19 concerns we will be offering online classes in addition to outdoor non-contact classes, for the time being. ALL Zoom classes will now use the following link: Zoom … Continue reading
Rank Ceremonies at Montgomery – 6/27
Outdoor, non-contact ceremony, weather permitting 9:00 am - White through Sr. Yellow 9:30 am - Green and Sr. Green 10:00 am - Blue and Sr. Blue 10:30 am - Brown through Red Times are for current rank, not new one. … Continue reading
Sr. Red Belt, 2-Day Review – 7/9 at 5:00 pm
This is a live event, held at Montgomery. There is no virtual option for this review. The 2-day review is intended for candidates for July 11th testing, but Sr. Red Belts attempting to receive a first/eligibility stripe may also attend. … Continue reading
Sr. Red and Black Belt Test – July 11th
We have pushed back the Black Belt testings to allow students the opportunity to resume in-person training and help bridge the gap between the last few months of virtual training and the live experience. This is a big event in … Continue reading
Closed for Labor Day 9/7/20
We will be closed on Monday 9/7 in honor of the Labor Day holiday.
Fall Schedule Change – 9/14/20
Effective Monday 9/14Click here to preview the IN-PERSON fall schedule for Montgomery.In-Person classes in Montgomery will take place outdoors unless temperatures are 90 degrees or higher or there is inclement weather. Click here to preview the VIRTUAL fall schedule. IN-PERSON … Continue reading
One Month Review for Sr. Red Belts – 9/17/20
at Montgomery at 5:00 pm (outdoors) This review is for ALL Sr. Red Belts as well as students who tested for Black Belt in July. Reviews are where students earn eligibility stripes for skipped testing and demonstration of required knowledge. … Continue reading
2-Week Review (Sr. Red Belts) – October 1st at Hillsborough
at Hillsborough For all Sr. Red Belts (hoping to test in October or February): This review is where you will earn eligibility stripes for skipped testing and demonstration of required knowledge. You can find Sr. Red Belt testing guidelines here. … Continue reading
Testing Prep Seminars
Testing Prep Seminars at Kickside Montgomery (1225 State Rd, Princeton) White – Sr. Yellow: 10:30 – 11:30 am Green – Sr. Blue: 11:30 – 12:30 pm Testing Prep Seminars at Kickside Hillsborough (378 S. Branch Rd, Hillsborough) Black Belts: 9:30 … Continue reading
2-day review (Sr. Red Belts) – 10/15/20
This is a live event, held at your home school. 4:00 pm in Hillsborough 5:00 pm in Montgomery The 2-day review is intended for candidates for October 17th testing, but Sr. Red Belts attempting to receive a first/eligibility stripe may … Continue reading
Primary Testing — POSTPONED FOR RAIN — October 24th
Primary testing for all NJMAA schools has been postponed for rain and will now take place on Saturday, October 24th. (In the case of inclement weather on 10/24, we will hold the testing inside and schedule a make-up date for … Continue reading
Revised Week: October 26-30, 2020
Due to the number of students between ranks the week following Primary Testing, we operate on a revised schedule of classes to allow time for additional testings, technique-building and fun! Notable Days: Monday 10/26: Fun & Games Tuesday 10/27: Make-up … Continue reading
Rank Ceremonies at Montgomery – No Classes at Hills / Limited Classes at Monty
Students should "dress to impress" for this special rank promotion ceremony. We plan to hold the ceremonies outdoors in the tent near Route 206 (on the lawn in front of Burger King) but will move indoors in the case of … Continue reading
Thanksgiving Closing 2020
There will be no regular classes on Thanksgiving 11/26 or Black Friday 11/27. Happy Thanksgiving to all our members.
Virtual Classes November 30 – December 5th
It is with continued caution that Kickside has decided to remain all virtual for the coming week. We feel this will provide adequate buffer time between the holiday and in-person training. Click here for a printable virtual schedule for Nov … Continue reading
Secondary & Collar Testing – Updated Info
Secondary testing is for all eligible students, white through sr. brown, who were not promoted at the October primary testing. (see below for more information on eligibility). Zoom Testing 12/5 to use same meeting ID and password as classes. CURRENT … Continue reading
Winter Holiday Closings and Revised Schedule 2020
We will be closed 12/24 - 12/26, 12/31, 1/1 We will be running all virtual classes December 21, 22, 23, 28, 29, 30 and January 2nd. Click here for a printable version of the VIRTUAL schedule for Dec 21 - … Continue reading
Closed New Year’s Eve and Day 2021
There will be no classes offered on December 31, 2020 or January 1, 2021. Please be safe and enjoy the holiday with your family. We look forward to seeing you all in the new year! January 2nd will be virtual … Continue reading
Kicks & Tricks Classes at Hillsborough
Two classes to enhance your kicking abilities: • Improve your speed and POWER • Learn new techniques to use in sparring • Apply different kicks/moves to make your creative form stand out • And more! Saturday, January 9th: Kicking Sunday, January 10th: Tricking … Continue reading
Closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2021
We will be closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
One month review in Montgomery 1/21
1225 State Rd, Princeton, NJ Sr. Red Belt testing guidelines/requirements are available here Sr. Red Belts must have 40 class credits and successfully demonstrate 90% of the forms to earn their first, eligibility stripe. The eligibility stripe is earned … Continue reading
Collar Testing (RWB/Blue) at Montgomery
Kickside Martial Arts of Montgomery 1225 State Rd, Princeton, NJJanuary 29 at 6:15 pm Kickside Martial Arts of Montgomery 1225 State Rd, Suite 10, Princeton, NJ 08540 Black Belts (and Brown Belts age 15+) may test for a trainee Red, White and Blue instructor collar. Pre-requisites: 20 classes as … Continue reading
Schedule Change for Hillsborough In-Person Classes 2/1/21
The in-person schedule of classes in Hillsborough will change, effective February 1, 2021. Click here to view new Hillsborough schedule.
Sr. Red Belt 2-Week Review at Kickside of Hillsborough
5:00 pm at Kickside Martial Arts of Hillsborough 378 South Branch Rd, Hillsborough, NJ Sr. Red Belt testing guidelines/requirements are available here Sr. Red Belts must have 40 class credits and successfully demonstrate 90% of the forms to earn their … Continue reading
Closed for President’s Day 2021
We will be closed Monday, February 15th for President's Day.
2-Day Review at Montgomery
In the event of snow on Thursday, this review will be pushed to Friday 2/19 at 6:15 pm in Montgomery Sr. Red Belt testing guidelines/requirements are available here Sr. Red Belts must have 40 class credits and successfully … Continue reading
Primary Testing – POSTPONED to Feb 27th in Montgomery
Primary testing for all NJMAA schools has been postponed due to the number of snow days and cumulative preparation of eligible students to Saturday, February 27th. There will be no Zoom classes on 2/27 due to instructor presence at testing. … Continue reading
Secondary Testing – March 27th at Hillsborough
Secondary testing is for all eligible students, white through sr. brown, who were not promoted at the February primary testing. Testing Times TBD We will set times based on indoor capacity mandates at the time of the event. VIRTUAL TESTING … Continue reading
Instructor Collar Testing at Montgomery 3/31
March 31 at 9:00 am Kickside Martial Arts of Montgomery 1225 State Rd, Suite 10, Princeton, NJ 08540 Black Belts (and Brown Belts age 15+) may test for a trainee instructor collar (Red, White and Blue). Pre-requisites: 20 classes as … Continue reading
One Month Review in Hillsborough – May 20th
378 South Branch Rd, Hillsborough, NJ Sr. Red Belt testing guidelines/requirements are available here Sr. Red Belts must have 40 class credits and successfully demonstrate 90% of the forms to earn their first, eligibility stripe. The eligibility stripe is … Continue reading
NJMAA SUMMER CLASSIC – May 22 (No Virtual Classes)
NJMAA Summer Classic May 22, 2021 Tournament will include both Traditional Forms and Point Sparring. Open to Green Belts & Above. Location: Outdoors - Kickside Montgomery Registration Deadline: 20 May 2021 *must register prior to 5/17 in order to receive a T-Shirt. … Continue reading
Closed for Memorial Day 2021
We will be closed Saturday May 29th and Monday May 31st for Memorial Day. Enjoy the holiday weekend! We will offer review webinars on Saturday 5/29 (beginning at 10:00 am, following regular order) and Monday 5/31. Click here for webinar … Continue reading
Two-Week Review for Sr. Red Belts at Montgomery – June 3
1225 State Rd, Princeton, NJ Sr. Red Belt testing guidelines/requirements are available here Sr. Red Belts must have 40 class credits and successfully demonstrate 90% of the forms to earn their first, eligibility stripe. The eligibility stripe is earned … Continue reading
Two-Day Review for Sr. Red (home location)
Students should attend the review held in their "home" location. Montgomery: 5:00 pm Hillsborough: 6:15 pm Written Belt Info Test will be administered Tournament List to be Submitted Black Belt Essay Due Sr. Red Belt testing guidelines/requirements are available here … Continue reading
Primary Testing – June 19th in Montgomery
Primary testing for all NJMAA schools will be held outdoors on the lawn out front of the Kickside Montgomery location. In the event of inclement weather, we will rotate indoors. There will be no Zoom classes on 6/19 due to … Continue reading
Rank Promotion Ceremony – June 24th at Hillsborough
We will host belt promotion ceremonies at the Kickside Hillsborough location on June 24th. In order to make this a special experience for all, students should "dress to impress." We will offer photos with the instructors after each ceremony, time … Continue reading
Closed for Independence Day Weekend 2021
We will be closed July 3rd - July 5th for the holiday. We hope you will enjoy a safe and happy holiday with friends and family.
Secondary Testing – July 31st at Hillsborough
Secondary testing is for all eligible students, White through Sr. Brown, who were not promoted at the June primary testing. Testing Times 10:00 am: White – Sr. Yellow 10:45 am: Green & Up VIRTUAL STUDENTS: Please contact your location to … Continue reading
Labor Day 2021 Closing
There will be no classes September 4th – September 6th for the Labor Day holiday.
One Month Review for Sr. Red Belts/Black Belt Candidates – September 16th at Hillsborough
Time: 7:00 pm (Duration is dependent upon the quantity of students in attendance and their preparation level) Location: 378 South Branch Rd, Hillsborough, NJ Sr. Red Belt testing guidelines/requirements are available here Sr. Red Belts must have 40 class … Continue reading
Breaking Week: September 27 – October 2, 2021
Green belts and up (all ranks Adult/Teen class) will be breaking boards in classes September 27 – October 2, 2021. Board breaking allows students to expand their training by testing techniques on a simulated opponent. The theory being, good technique … Continue reading
Two-Week Review for Sr. Red Belts/Black Belt Candidates – at Montgomery
Location: 1225 State Rd, Suite 10, Princeton, NJ Time: 6:45 pm (Duration will depend on quantity of students in attendance and their preparation level) Sr. Red Belt testing guidelines/requirements are available here Sr. Red Belts must have 40 class … Continue reading
Announcements
SECONDARY TESTING
November 23 @ Kickside of Hillsborough
(378 South Branch Rd, Hillsborough, NJ)
12:30 White - Sr. Yellow
1:15 Green - Sr. Brown
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COLLAR TESTING
November 23 @ Kickside of Hillsborough
(378 South Branch Rd, Hillsborough, NJ)
2:15 pm
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FRIENDSGIVING
November 26 @ Kickside of Branchburg
(1010 US-202 South, Branchburg, NJ)
6 pm
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THANKSGIVING CLOSING
November 28-30*
There will be no classes for the holiday
*NOTE: Branchburg location will run a BLACK (BELT) FRIDAY day on 11/29 focused on weapons, self-defense, advanced kicks, and sparring from 12-2:45 pm. Click here for full schedule.
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CURRENT CLASS SCHEDULES:
Click here for the Branchburg Location
Click here for the Hillsborough Location
Click here for the Montgomery Location
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