Primary Testing - February 18th at Kickside of Montgomery
2023-02-18 - 2023-02-19
Primary testing for all NJMAA schools will be held Saturday, February 18th. There will be no classes on this day.
Location: Kickside of Montgomery (1225 State Rd, Princeton, NJ)
TESTING TIMES

Testing Group
Start Time

White – Sr. Yellow Belts
9:00 AM

Green – Sr. Blue Belts
10:15 AM

Brown – Red Belts
11:15 PM

Sr. Red/2nd Dan Black Belt Candidates
12:15 PM

Probationary and Decided Black Belts
12:45 PM

Testing times and applications are for your current rank, not the new one.
Colored belt testing application (for White – Sr. Red Belts)
Black belt testing application (for all Black Belt ranks)
Testing Procedures:
A list of eligible students for this testing will be posted in the lobby. Please find your/your child’s name on the list and fill out a testing application. Brown belts and above must list their board breaks at the bottom (and get those breaks approved by an instructor). If you need a different belt size than the one listed on the testing list, please let us know!
Students are required to know their belt information, earn necessary stripes, and attend the required minimum number of classes for their level. Please visit the belt info page for a list of all this information.
Make-up testings are available the Tuesday after testing. Cost is $25.
Sparring Gear and Black Belt Packs: Order on the KickShop (Hills | Mont)
All Sr. Yellow Belts and any other ranks who need replacement items must order sparring gear through Kickside Martial Arts — available on the KickShop. Due to minimum order requirements, students who miss the ordering deadline of Jan 3rd need to wait until June to receive gear.
Sr. Red and Black Belts who need black gear or weapons may order through the KickShop. Discount pricing will apply for students who order their complete gear pack prior to their testing date. Additional fees may apply for any rush orders, or students may need to wait until the next group order is placed for June testing to avoid fees.
BOARD BREAKING: Brown Belts and above must supply their own boards for testing. It is recommended that you bring extra boards in case one breaks during set-up. Breaks must be approved prior to test and written in on student’s testing application. You may purchase bundles of 25 through our KickShop. See board breaking page for more information.
Hillsborough will follow a revised schedule of classes for the week after testing.
Click here for that schedule
Rank ceremonies will take on Friday 2/24 at Kickside of Hillsborough
No regular classes on that day.

Revised Week: February 20 - 24, 2023
2023-02-20 - 2023-02-25
Due to the number of students between ranks the week following Primary Testing, the week after testing includes some schedule changes/additions due to make-up testings, technique-building, and promotion ceremonies!
Notable Days:
Monday 2/20: CLOSED President’s Day
Tuesday 2/21: Fun & Games / Make-up Testings*
Thursday 2/23: MMA Rank Promotion at Hillsborough, 6pm
Friday 2/24: Rank Ceremonies at Hillsborough (No classes)
Saturday 2/25: Regular classes resume
Hillsborough will operate on a revised schedule. Click here to view
Princeton and Branchburg locations will follow their usual schedules
*Make-up testings will occur on Tuesday 2/21 (during regular class time, in Montgomery) Please schedule with an instructor. There is a $25 fee for make-up testings.

Primary Testing - June 17 at Kickside Montgomery
2023-06-17 - 2023-06-18
Primary testing for all NJMAA schools will be held Saturday, June 17th. There will be no classes on this day.
Location: Kickside of Montgomery (1225 State Rd, Princeton, NJ)
Testing will be held outside, on the lawn in front of Burger King, weather permitting.
TESTING TIMES

Testing Group
Start Time

White – Sr. Yellow Belts
9:00 AM

Green – Sr. Blue Belts
10:00 AM

Brown – Black Belts
11:00 AM

Testing times and applications are for your current rank, not the new one.
Colored belt testing application (for White – Sr. Red Belts)
Black belt testing application (for all Black Belt ranks)
Testing Procedures:
A list of eligible students for this testing will be posted in the lobby. Please find your/your child’s name on the list and fill out a testing application. Brown belts and above must list their board breaks at the bottom (and get those breaks approved by an instructor). If you need a different belt size than the one listed on the testing list, please let us know!
Students are required to know their belt information, earn necessary stripes, and attend the required minimum number of classes for their level. Please visit the belt info page for a list of all this information.
Make-up testings are available the Tuesday after testing. Cost is $25.
Sparring Gear and Black Belt Packs: Order on the KickShop (Hills | Mont)
All Sr. Yellow Belts and any other ranks who need replacement items must order sparring gear through Kickside Martial Arts — available on the KickShop. Due to minimum order requirements, students who miss the ordering deadline of June 5th need to wait until October to receive gear.
Sr. Red and Black Belts who need black gear or weapons may order through the KickShop. Discount pricing will apply for students who order their complete gear pack prior to their testing date. Additional fees may apply for any rush orders, or students may need to wait until the next group order is placed for October testing to avoid fees.
BOARD BREAKING: Brown Belts and above must supply their own boards for testing. It is recommended that you bring extra boards in case one breaks during set-up. Breaks must be approved prior to test and written in on student’s testing application. You may purchase bundles of 25 through our KickShop. See board breaking page for more information.
Revised Schedules will take place for the week following testing, due to the number of students between ranks. Schedules to come.
Rank ceremonies will take on Friday 6/23 at Kickside of Hillsborough
No regular classes on that day.

Labor Day Closing 2023
2023-09-01 - 2023-09-05
There will be no classes Friday, September 1 through Monday, September 4th due to the Labor Day holiday. Enjoy the last minutes of summer!
New Fall Schedules take effect September 5th. Check the schedule page for more information and check the schedule before coming to class this September.

Mr. Rollan's CageWars MMA Fight: September 2nd in Philly
2023-09-02 19:00 - 23:30 (America/New_York)
CAGE WARS
CORSINO VS ROLLAN
Saturday, September 2 at 7:00pm
at Rivers Casino in Philly

If you are able to come out to cheer and support Mr. Rollan, click here to order your tickets: Cage Wars
Ticket Link
(Make sure to put that you are coming to support Sebastian Rollan)

Fall Schedule & Uniform Changes - All Locations
2023-09-05 - 2023-09-06
Happy Fall!
We will be following new fall schedules as of September 5, 2023. Visit the schedule pages or click links below to check the new schedule before coming to classes this week:
Click here for the Branchburg Location
Click here for the Hillsborough Location
Click here for the Montgomery LocationFull uniforms are once again required. Please make sure your uniform is clean, fits you properly, and has all required patches. Shirts worn under the uniform should NOT have a collar, hood, etc. T-shirts should be tucked into your uniform pants.

UFC: Godinez vs Reed - Las Vegas
2023-09-16 - 2023-09-17
Our Kickside Hillsborough Chief Instructor, Elise Reed steps back in the UFC cage looking for back to back wins vs Lupita Godinez

This event will take place in the sold out T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas in front of 20,000 people and broadcast worldwide on 9/16.

You can watch this event on ESPN+

BOARD BREAKING WEEK: September 25 - 29
2023-09-25 - 2023-09-30
Green belts and up (all ranks Adult/Teen class) will be breaking boards in classes September 25– 29th. Board breaking allows students to expand their training by testing techniques on a simulated opponent. The theory being, good technique will break a board.
Boards may be ordered through Kickside in bundles of 25 through the KickShop and delivered to the corresponding location on the first day of breaking week. Details on sizes, grain direction and other breaking tips are available on the board breaking page.
Note: Brown belts and above will need to bring boards for breaking at the October testing. Please factor this in when buying boards.
**Do not put boards in your gear bag because they will damage it. Instead, bring them in a less expensive shopping bag**

“2-Week” Review (Sr Red Belts)
2023-09-29 18:00 - 19:30
Time: 6:00 pm (Duration is dependent upon the quantity of students in attendance and their preparation level)
Location: Kickside of Branchburg, 1010 US-202 South, Branchburg, 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 one testing cycle ahead of a student’s black belt testing. Eligible candidates for October testing will already have this stripe. There is also a 2-week and 2-day review. Sr. Red belts should attend all 3 reviews if testing in October, or until they receive their first stripe if testing in February or later.

Black Belt Pack items may now be purchased on the KickShop. These should be purchased by the one month review in order to receive items by rank ceremony.

Primary Testing October 7th
2023-10-07 - 2023-10-08
Primary testing for all NJMAA schools will be held Saturday, October 7th. There will be no classes on this day.
Location: Kickside of Montgomery (1225 State Rd, Princeton, NJ)
Testing will be held outside, on the lawn in front of Burger King, weather permitting.
TESTING TIMES

Testing Group
Start Time

White – Sr. Yellow Belts
9:00 AM

Green – Sr. Blue Belts
10:00 AM

Brown – Black Belts
11:00 AM

Testing times and applications are for your current rank, not the new one.
Colored belt testing application (for White – Sr. Red)
Black belt testing application (for all Black Belt ranks)
Testing Procedures:

A list of eligible students for this testing will be posted in the lobby. Please check for your/your child’s name on the list before filling out a testing application.
Brown belts and above must list their board breaks at the bottom (and get them approved by an instructor).
If you need a different belt size than the one listed on the testing list, please let us know!

Students are required to know their belt information, earn necessary stripes, and attend the required minimum number of classes for their level. Please visit the belt info page for a list of all this information.
Make-up testings are available the Tuesday after testing. Cost is $25. Private make-up testings available at private lesson fees, and only as schedule allows.
Sparring Gear and Black Belt Packs: Order on the KickShop
All Sr. Yellow Belts and any other ranks who need replacement items must order sparring gear through Kickside Martial Arts — available on the KickShop. Due to minimum order requirements, students who miss the ordering deadline of September 25th need to wait until February testing to receive gear.
Sr. Red and Black Belts who need black gear or weapons may order through the KickShop. Additional fees may apply for any rush orders, or students may need to wait until the next group order is placed for February testing to avoid fees.
BOARD BREAKING: Brown Belts and above must supply their own boards for testing. It is recommended that you bring extra boards in case one breaks during practice or set-up. Breaks must be approved prior to test and written in on student’s testing application. You may purchase bundles of 25 through our KickShop. See board breaking page for more information.
Revised Schedules will take place for the week following testing, due to the number of students between ranks. Schedules to come.
Rank ceremonies will take on Friday 10/13 at Kickside of Hillsborough
No regular classes on that day.

MMA Leveling at Montgomery
2023-10-30 19:00 - 20:00
All eligible MMA students should attend leveling at Montgomery on October 30th at 7pm.
It will be a class with promotion afterwards, so come in full uniform and gear.

CLOSED for Halloween
2023-10-31 - 2023-11-01
Happy Halloween!
Enjoy your trick-or-treating safely with friends and family.

Primary Testing: February 10th at Montgomery
2024-02-10 - 2024-02-11
Primary testing for all NJMAA schools will be held Saturday, February 10th. There will be no classes on this day.
Location: Kickside of Montgomery (1225 State Rd, Princeton, NJ)
TESTING TIMES

Testing Group
Start Time

White – Sr. Yellow Belts
9:00 AM

Green – Sr. Blue Belts
10:00 AM

Brown – Black Belts
11:00 AM

Testing times and applications are for your current rank, not the new one.
Colored belt testing application (for White – Sr. Red)
Black belt testing application (for all Black Belt ranks)
Testing Procedures:

A list of eligible students for this testing will be posted in the lobby. Please check for your/your child’s name on the list BEFORE filling out a testing application.
Brown belts and above must list their board breaks at the bottom (and get them approved by an instructor).
If you need a different belt size than the one listed on the testing list, please let us know!

Students are required to know their belt information, earn necessary stripes, and attend the required minimum number of classes for their level. Please visit the belt info page for a list of all this information.
Make-up testings are available the Tuesday after testing. Cost is $25. Private make-up testings available at private lesson fees, and only as schedule allows.
Sparring Gear and Black Belt Packs: Order on the KickShop
All Sr. Yellow Belts and any other ranks who need replacement items must order sparring gear through Kickside Martial Arts — available on the KickShop. Due to minimum order requirements, students who miss the ordering deadline of February 1st need to wait until June testing to receive their order.
Sr. Red and Black Belts who need black gear or weapons may order through the KickShop. Additional fees may apply for any rush orders, or students may need to wait until the next group order is placed for June testing to avoid fees.
BOARD BREAKING: Brown Belts and above must supply their own boards for testing. It is recommended that you bring extra boards in case one breaks during practice or set-up. Breaks must be approved prior to test and written in on student’s testing application. You may purchase bundles of 25 through our KickShop. See board breaking page for more information.
Revised Schedules will take place for the week following testing, due to the number of students between ranks. Schedules to come.
Rank ceremonies will take on Friday 2/16 at Kickside of Hillsborough
No regular classes on that day.

NJMAA Spring Championships, MMA and Sparring Tournament
2024-04-06 10:30 - 12:30
Register now for the Spring Championships
April 6th at Kickside Martial Arts, 1225 State Rd, Princeton, NJ 08540
Starts at 10:30 am
Divisions include:
MMA Open, MMA Grappling, MMA Striking, and Traditional Point Sparring
Register here

Primary Testing June 15th at Montgomery - No classes
2024-06-15 - 2024-06-16
Primary testing for all NJMAA schools will be held Saturday, June 15th. There will be no classes on this day.
Location: Kickside of Montgomery (1225 State Rd, Princeton, NJ)
TESTING TIMES

Testing Group
Start Time

White – Sr. Yellow Belts
9:00 AM

Green – Sr. Blue Belts
10:00 AM

Brown – Sr. Red
11:00 AM

Black Belts & Candidates
11:30 AM

Testing times and applications are for your current rank, not the new one.
Colored belt testing application (for White – Sr. Red)
Black belt testing application (for all Black Belt ranks)
Testing Procedures:

A list of eligible students for this testing will be posted in the lobby. Please check for your/your child’s name on the list BEFORE filling out a testing application.
Brown belts and above must list their board breaks at the bottom (and get them approved by an instructor).
If you need a different belt size than the one listed on the testing list, please let us know!

Students are required to know their belt information, earn necessary stripes, and attend the required minimum number of classes for their level. Please visit the belt info page for a list of all this information.
Make-up testings are available the Tuesday after testing. Cost is $25. Private make-up testings available at private lesson fees, and only as schedule allows.
Sparring Gear and Black Belt Packs: Order on the KickShop
All Sr. Yellow Belts and any other ranks who need replacement items must order sparring gear through Kickside Martial Arts — available on the KickShop. Due to minimum order requirements, students who miss the ordering deadline of June 10th need to wait until October testing to receive their order.
Sr. Red and Black Belts who need black gear or weapons may order through the KickShop. Additional fees may apply for any rush orders, or students may need to wait until the next group order is placed for October testing to avoid fees.
BOARD BREAKING: Brown Belts and above must supply their own boards for testing. It is recommended that you bring extra boards in case one breaks during practice or set-up. Breaks must be approved prior to test and written in on student’s testing application. You may purchase bundles of 25 through our KickShop. See board breaking page for more information.
Momentum Week will take place the week following testing. Special events and schedule changes will be posted in the school.
Rank ceremonies will take on Friday 6/22 at Kickside of Hillsborough
No regular classes on that day.

Princeton Demo Team Tryouts - July 2nd
2024-07-02 17:30 - 18:00
Come try out for the demonstration team for Kickside of Princeton.
Mr. Ezawa will be working with committed students on a choreographed performance to show off the skills using open hand forms, weapons, self defense skits, and breaking — all set to music! The demonstration teams will participate in local events, and even compete at tournaments this fall!
This is a commitment of time, so please consider the practice schedule before signing up.

Independence Day Closing 2024
2024-07-04 - 2024-07-07
Hillsborough is closed July 4th and 6th
Montgomery & Branchburg are closed July 4th and 5th
We encourage all students to take class at Hillsborough on Friday morning and at Branchburg or Montgomery on Saturday morning.
Please refer to the new summer schedules before coming in. Have a wonderful holiday!

Collar Testing - July 27
2024-07-27 09:45 - 11:45
July 27th
9:45 am at Kickside of Princeton
(1225 State Rd, 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 instructor helper; White–Sr. Yellow Belt curriculum (Forms, One Steps, Self Defense)
Assistant/Blue collar pre-requisites: 100 classes as trainee instructor, all curriculum up to your rank, warm-ups, drills 1–3.
Instructor/Red collar pre-requisites: 125 classes as instructor, reframe & reinforce concepts, know stripe requirements for each belt, full curriculum and instructor drill knowledge
Chief/Black or Jr. Chief/Black collar: 180 classes as instructor, all prior instructor requirements, office and membership knowledge, delegating and using assistant instructors during classes.

Breaking Week: October 7-12th
2024-10-07 - 2024-10-13
Green belts and up (all ranks Adult/Teen class) will be breaking boards in classes October 7-12th. Board breaking allows students to expand their training by testing techniques on a simulated opponent. The theory being, good technique will break a board.
Boards may be ordered through Kickside in bundles of 25 through the KickShop and delivered to the corresponding location on the first day of breaking week. Details on sizes, grain direction and other breaking tips are available on the board breaking page.
Note: Brown belts and above will need to bring boards for breaking at the October testing. Please factor this in when buying boards.
**Do not put boards in your gear bag because they will damage it. Instead, bring them in a less expensive shopping bag**

Primary Testing - October 19 (No Classes)
2024-10-19 - 2024-10-20
Primary testing for all Kickside schools will be held Saturday, October 19th. There will be no classes on this day.
Location: Kickside of Montgomery (1225 State Rd, Princeton, NJ)
We will host an outdoor testing on the lawn in front of Burger King, weather permitting. In the event of inclement weather, we will move indoors.

Testing Group
Start Time

White – Sr. Blue Belts
9:00 AM

Brown – Red
10:00 AM

Adults and Teens (Ranks White – Red)
10:30 AM

Black Belts & Sr. Red Belts/Candidates
11:00 AM

Testing times and applications are for your current rank, not the new one.
Colored belt testing application (for White – Sr. Red)
Black belt testing application (for all Black Belt ranks)
Testing Procedures:

A list of eligible students for this testing will be posted in the lobby. Please check for your/your child’s name on the list BEFORE filling out a testing application.
Brown belts and above must list their board breaks at the bottom (and get them approved by an instructor).
If you need a different belt size than the one listed on the testing list, please let us know!

Students are required to know their belt information, earn necessary stripes, and attend the required minimum number of classes for their level. Please visit the belt info page for a list of all this information.
Make-up testings are available the Tuesday after testing. Cost is $25. Private make-up testings available at private lesson fees, and only as schedule allows.
Sparring Gear and Black Belt Packs: Order on the KickShop
All Sr. Yellow Belts and any other ranks who need replacement items must order sparring gear through Kickside Martial Arts — available on the KickShop. Due to minimum order requirements, students who miss the ordering deadline of October 10th need to wait until February testing to receive their order.
Sr. Red and Black Belts who need black gear or weapons may order through the KickShop. Additional fees may apply for any rush orders, or students may need to wait until the next group order is placed for February testing in order to avoid rush fees.
BOARD BREAKING: Brown Belts and above must supply their own boards for testing. It is recommended that you bring extra boards in case one breaks during practice or set-up. Breaks must be approved prior to test and written in on student’s testing application. You may purchase bundles of 25 through our KickShop. See board breaking page for more information.
Momentum Week will take place the week following testing. Special events and schedule changes will be posted in the school.
Rank ceremonies will take on October 25 at Kickside of Hillsborough
No regular classes on that day.

Rank Ceremonies at Kickside of Hillsborough - October 25
2024-10-25 - 2024-10-26
NO REGULAR CLASSES WILL BE HELD ON THIS DAY AT ANY LOCATION

5:30 pm White – Sr. Green
6:15 pm Blue – Red
7:00 pm Sr. Reds, Black Belts, Teens/Adults (All Ranks)
Times are for your current rank, not the new one
Students should “dress to impress.” No uniforms or casual attire to make for a special event.

Secondary Testing 11/23 at Hillsborough
2024-11-23 12:30 - 14:15
Secondary testing is for all eligible students, ranked White through Sr. Brown, who were not promoted at the October primary testing.
Location: 378 South Branch Rd, Building 1, Suite 4, Hillsborough, NJ 08844
Testing Times
White – Sr. Yellow 12:30 PM
Green – Sr. Brown 1:15 PM
Brown belts and above must break boards at this testing.
Green belts and above will have a sparring component to their testing. Kickside branded gear is required.
A testing list will be posted in the lobby with eligible students. Find your name and fill out a testing application. Click here for a printable testing application.
All Senior Yellow Belts testing for Green Belt at Secondary Testing need to order sparring gear by November 15th. This will ensure it arrives in time for them to train with the required equipment after promotion. Gear order may now be ordered through your location’s KickShop:
Branchburg students click here
Hillsborough students click here
Montgomery students click here

Breaking Week: February 10-15
2025-02-10 - 2025-02-16
Green belts and up (all ranks Adult/Teen class) will be breaking boards in classes February 10 – 15th. Board breaking allows students to expand their training by testing techniques on a simulated opponent. The theory being, good technique will break a board.
Boards may be ordered through Kickside in bundles of 25 through the KickShop and delivered to the corresponding location on the first day of breaking week. Details on sizes, grain direction and other breaking tips are available on the board breaking page.
Note: Brown belts and above will need to bring boards for breaking at the October testing. Please factor this in when buying boards.
**Do not put boards in your gear bag because they will damage it. Instead, bring them in a less expensive shopping bag**

Primary Belt Testing – February 22 at Montgomery
2025-02-22 - 2025-02-23
Primary testing for all Kickside schools will be held Saturday, February 22nd. There will be no classes on this day.
Location: Kickside of Montgomery/Princeton (1225 State Rd, Princeton, NJ)

Testing Group
Start Time

White – Sr. Blue Belts
9:00 AM

Brown – Red
10:00 AM

Adults and Teens (Ranks White – Red)
10:30 AM

Black Belts & Sr. Red Belts/Candidates
11:00 AM

Testing times and applications are for your current rank, not the new one.
Colored belt testing application (for White – Sr. Red)
Black belt testing application (for all Black Belt ranks)
Testing Procedures:

A list of eligible students for this testing will be posted in the lobby. Please check for your/your child’s name on the list BEFORE filling out a testing application.
Brown belts and above must get their board breaks approved by an instructor, then list them at the bottom of their testing application.
If you need a different belt size than the one listed on the testing list, please let us know!

Students are required to know their belt information, earn necessary stripes, and attend the required minimum number of classes for their level. Please visit the belt info page for a list of all this information.
Make-up testings are available the Tuesday after testing. Cost is $25. Private make-up testings available at private lesson fees, and only as schedule allows.
Sparring Gear and Black Belt Packs: Order on the KickShop
Sr. Yellow Belts and any other students who need replacement sparring gear items MUST order through the Kickside Martial Arts KickShop. Due to minimum order requirements, students who miss the ordering deadline of February 15th need to wait until June testing to receive their gear order.
Sr. Red and Black Belts who need black gear packs, upgraded heavy-weight embroidered uniform, and weapons should also order through the KickShop. Additional fees may apply for any rush orders, or students may need to wait until the next group order is placed for June testing in order to avoid rush fees.
BOARD BREAKING: Brown Belts and above must supply their own boards for testing. It is recommended that you bring extra boards in case one breaks accidentally during a practice or set-up. Breaks must be approved prior to testing and written in on the student’s testing application. You may purchase bundles of 25 through our KickShop. See board breaking page for more information.
Momentum Week will take place the week following testing. Special events and schedule changes will be posted in the school. Students are also encouraged to bring a friend or family member in for a fun class!
Rank ceremonies will take on February 28 at Kickside of Hillsborough
No regular classes on that day at all locations.

Momentum Week - February 24 - March 1
2025-02-24 - 2025-03-02
Bring a friend to class a win prizes!
Earn referral bonus of $100 per person who signs up!
5 friends = FREE uniform for you!
Click the image below or scan the QR code with your phone to invite a friend for Momentum Week!

NJMAA Spring Championships 2025
2025-06-07 - 2025-06-08
Register now for the Spring Championships
June 7th at Kickside Martial Arts, 1225 State Rd, Princeton, NJ 08540
Starts at 9 am – Little Kickers/MMA will take place, but no other classes on this day
Divisions include:
Classic NJMAA (Forms & Sparring/One-Steps)
Non-Competitive (Little Kickers, White Belts under 6)
Open Creative Forms (Green and Up)
Open Traditional Weapons (Black Belts)
Continuous Sparring (Green Belt and Up)
Classic MMA
Grappling
Register here

Breaking Week: June 9 - 13
2025-06-09 - 2025-06-14
Green belts and up (all ranks Adult/Teen class) will be breaking boards in classes June 9 – 13th. Board breaking allows students to expand their training by testing techniques on a simulated opponent. The theory being that good technique will break a board.
Boards may be ordered through Kickside in bundles of 25 through the KickShop and delivered to the corresponding location on the first day of breaking week. Details on sizes, grain direction and other breaking tips are available on the board breaking page.
Note: Brown belts and above will need to bring boards for breaking at their testings. Please factor this in when buying boards.
**Do not put boards in your gear bag because they will damage it. Instead, bring them in a less expensive shopping bag**

Primary Testing @ Montgomery June 21
2025-06-21 - 2025-06-22
Primary testing for all Kickside schools will be held Saturday, June 21st. There will be no classes on this day.
Location: Kickside of Montgomery/Princeton (1225 State Rd, Princeton, NJ)
Testing will take place outdoors – weather permitting

Testing Group
Start Time

White – Sr. Blue Belts
9:00 AM

Brown – Red
10:00 AM

Adults and Teens (Ranks White – Red)
10:30 AM

Black Belts & Sr. Red Belts/Candidates
11:00 AM

Testing times and applications are for your current rank, not the new one.
Colored belt testing application (for White – Sr. Red)
Black belt testing application (for all Black Belt ranks)
Testing Procedures:

A list of eligible students for this testing will be posted in the lobby. Please check for your/your child’s name on the list BEFORE filling out a testing application.
Brown belts and above must get their board breaks approved by an instructor, then list them at the bottom of their testing application.
If you need a different belt size than the one listed on the testing list, please let us know!

Students are required to know their belt information, earn necessary stripes, and attend the required minimum number of classes for their level. Please visit the belt info page for a list of all this information.
Make-up testings are available the Tuesday after testing. Cost is $25. Private make-up testings available at private lesson fees, and only as schedule allows.
Sparring Gear and Black Belt Packs: Order on the KickShop
Sr. Yellow Belts and any other students who need replacement sparring gear items MUST order through the Kickside Martial Arts KickShop. Due to minimum order requirements, students who miss the ordering deadline of June 14th need to wait until October testing to receive their gear order.
Sr. Red and Black Belts who need black gear packs, upgraded heavy-weight embroidered uniform, and weapons should also order through the KickShop. Additional fees may apply for any rush orders, or students may need to wait until the next group order is placed for June testing in order to avoid rush fees.
BOARD BREAKING: Brown Belts and above must supply their own boards for testing. It is recommended that you bring extra boards in case one breaks accidentally during a practice or set-up. Breaks must be approved prior to testing and written in on the student’s testing application. You may purchase bundles of 25 through our KickShop. See board breaking page for more information.
Momentum Week will take place the week following testing. Special events and schedule changes will be posted in the school. Students are also encouraged to bring a friend or family member in for a fun class!
Rank ceremonies will take on June 27 at Kickside of Hillsborough – Times TBA
No regular classes on that day at all locations.

Independence Day Closing 2025
2025-07-04 - 2025-07-06
There will be no classes Friday July 4th or Saturday July 5th in honor of the Independence Day holiday. Enjoy and be safe!

MMA Leveling
2025-10-17 - 2025-10-24
In classes until October 23rd.
Promotion day October 24th at Kickside of Hillsborough at 6:30pm
