Kickside Martial Arts

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.

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)

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.

Rank Ceremonies at Hillsborough 6/23
2023-06-23 - 2023-06-24
NO CLASSES WILL BE HELD ON THIS DAY AT ANY LOCATIONS

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.

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.

Rank Ceremonies at Hillsborough 2/24
2023-02-24 - 2023-02-25

MMA Rank Promotion Class at Hillsborough 2/23
2023-02-23 18:00 - 18:45
All MMA students should attend this rank promotion class at Hillsborough. Students should wear their uniform and bring full gear.

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 - 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.

Rank Ceremonies at Hillsborough 10/21
2022-10-21
NO CLASSES WILL BE HELD ON THIS DAY

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.

Primary Testing for Traditional Martial Arts - October 15 at Montgomery
2022-10-15
Primary testing for all NJMAA schools will be held Saturday, October 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
10:00 AM

Green – Sr. Blue Belts
11:00 AM

Brown – Red Belts
12:00 PM

Sr. Red/2nd Dan Black Belt Candidates
12:30 PM

Probationary and Decided Black Belts
1:00 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 June 3rd need to wait until October to receive gear.
Sr. Red, Black Belts who need black gear or weapons may order through the KickShop. Discount pricing will apply for students who order prior to their testing date. To avoid additional shipping fees, students may wait until the next group order is placed for June testing.
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.
We will follow a revised schedule of classes for the week after testing.
Schedules to come
Rank ceremonies will take on Friday 10/21 at Kickside of Hillsborough
No regular classes on that day.

Black Belt 2-Week Review - at Hillsborough
2022-09-29 18:00 - 19:00
Time: 6:00 pm (Duration is dependent upon the quantity of students in attendance and their preparation level)
Location: 378 S 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 earned one testing cycle ahead of a student’s black belt testing. Candidates for February testing will already have this stripe. There is also a 2-day review on 10/13. Sr. Red belts should attend all 3 reviews if testing in June, or until they receive their first stripe if testing in February or later.

One Month Review (Sr. Red Belts) at Montgomery
2022-09-15 18:30 - 20:00
Time: 6:30 pm (Duration is dependent upon the quantity of students in attendance and their preparation level)
Location: 1225 State Rd, Suite 10, 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 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.

Secondary Testing - July 23rd at Hillsborough
2022-07-23 - 2022-07-24
Secondary testing is for all eligible students, ranked White through Sr. Brown, who were not promoted at the June primary testing.
Testing Times

White – Sr. Yellow 12:30pm

Green – Sr. Brown 1:30pm
Brown belts and above must break boards at this testing.
Green belts and above will have a sparring component to their testing. 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 July 10th. 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:
Hillsborough students click here
Montgomery students click here

Independence Day Closings - No Classes
2022-07-04

Kickside Field Day - Montgomery Location
2022-06-24 11:00 - 15:00
Fun, Free Event! Open to the Public!
• face painting • ninja experience • superhero training • mammoth obstacle course •relay races • prizes • ice cream • intro to martial arts •demos • board breaking• meet Spiderman and so much more!

MMA Rank Promotion Ceremony at Montgomery
2022-06-18 10:30 - 11:30
Come prepared to train! Ceremony will follow class.
10:30 am at Montgomery Location (1225 State Rd, Suite 10, Princeton, NJ 08540)

TKD Rank Promotion Ceremonies at Hillsborough - No Classes
2022-06-17 18:00 - 19:30 | Kickside of Hillsborough
NO CLASSES WILL BE HELD ON THIS DAY

6:00 pm White – Sr. Green
6:30 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.

Primary Testing 6/11 at Montgomery
2022-06-11 09:00 - 15:30 | Kickside Martial Arts of Montgomery, 1225 State Rd, Princeton, NJ, 08540
Primary testing for all NJMAA schools will be held Saturday, June 11th. 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. Green Belts
10:00 am

Brown – Red Belts
10:30 am

Sr. Red/2nd Dan Black Belt Candidates
11:30 am

Probationary and Decided Black Belts
12:00 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 June 3rd need to wait until October to receive gear.
Sr. Red, Black Belts who need black gear or weapons may order through the KickShop. Discount pricing will apply for students who order prior to their testing date. To avoid additional shipping fees, students may wait until the next group order is placed for June testing.
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.
We will follow a revised schedule of classes for the week after testing.
Schedules to come
Rank ceremonies will take on Friday 6/17 at Kickside of Hillsborough.
No regular classes on that day.

2-Day Black Belt Review - at your "home" school
2022-06-09
ATTEND AT YOUR “HOME” LOCATION
6:00 pm

(Duration is dependent upon the 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 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. Candidates for June testing will already have this stripe. Essay and tournament list are due at or before this review. Written test will be administered and students need to earn a 85% or better to pass.

NJMAA Spring Championships
2022-06-04 | Kickside Martial Arts of Montgomery, 1225 State Rd, Princeton, NJ, 08540
On June 4, 2022, the New Jersey Martial Arts Alliance is hosting its Spring Championships! Competition will include traditional forms, point sparring and non-competitive divisions.
Location: Kickside Montgomery (1225 State Rd, Princeton, NJ 08540) Competition will take place outdoors unless there is inclement weather.
Visit www.newjerseymaa.com for more info and registration.

Rank
Approximate Start Time
Location

White – Sr. Yellow Belts
10:00 am
Kickside of Montgomery

Non-Competitive/Little Kickers
10:00 am
Kickside of Montgomery

Green – Red Belts
11:00 am
Kickside of Montgomery

Black Belts
12:30 pm
Kickside of Montgomery

*These ring times are approximate and are subject to change. Students will receive exact time and ring number prior to the event.

“2-Week” Black Belt Review at Montgomery
2022-06-02 18:00 - 20:00 | Kickside Martial Arts of Montgomery, 1225 State Rd, Princeton, NJ, 08540
Time: 6:00 pm (Duration is dependent upon the quantity of students in attendance and their preparation level)
Location: 1225 State Rd, Suite 10, Princeton, NJ 08540
*Please note: this review is taking place 9 days before testing due to schedule conflicts caused by the Memorial Day holiday.*

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. Candidates for February testing will already have this stripe. There is also a 2-day review on 6/9. Sr. Red belts should attend all 3 reviews if testing in June, or until they receive their first stripe if testing in October or later.

Breaking Week: May 31 - June 3
2022-05-31 - 2022-06-03
Green belts and up (all ranks Adult/Teen class) will be breaking boards in classes May 31 – June 3, 2022. 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 Hillsborough KickShop | Montogmery KickShop or purchased at a local lumber yard. Details on sizes, grain direction and other breaking tips are available on the board breaking page.
Any boards ordered through the KickShop will be made available on the first day of breaking week, at the location from which you ordered.
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**

Memorial Day Closing: May 28-30
2022-05-28 - 2022-05-30
We will be closed Saturday May 28th and Monday May 30th for Memorial Day. Enjoy the holiday weekend!

Revised Schedule of Classes: February 21 - 25, 2022
2022-02-21 - 2022-02-25
Due to the number of students in-between ranks the week after testing, we will be following a revised schedule of classes.
Click for Hillsborough Revised Week
Click for Montgomery Revised Week
Notable Days:
Monday: CLOSED for President’s Day
Tuesday: Make-up Testings during classes
Friday: No Classes / Rank Ceremonies at Hillsborough location (see schedule for times)
Saturday: Regular Schedule / MMA Rank Ceremony at Montgomery at 10:30 am

Primary Testing 2/19 at Montgomery
2022-02-19
Primary testing for all NJMAA schools will be held Saturday, February 19th. 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. Green Belts
10:00 am

Brown – Red Belts
11:00 am

Sr. Red/2nd Dan Black Belt Candidates
12:00 pm

Probationary and Decided Black Belts
12:30 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 February 17th need to wait until June to receive gear.
Sr. Red, Black Belts who need black gear or weapons may order through the KickShop. Discount pricing will apply for students who order prior to their testing date. To avoid additional shipping fees, students may wait until the next group order is placed for June testing.
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.
We will follow a revised schedule of classes for the week after testing.
Hillsborough Revised Schedule
Montgomery Revised Schedule
Rank ceremonies will take on Friday 2/25 at Kickside of Hillsborough.
No regular classes on that day.

One month black belt review at Hillsborough
2022-01-20 18:15 - 20:00
Time: 6:15 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 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. Candidates for February 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 February, or until they receive their first stripe if testing in June or October.

Black Belt Pack items may now be purchased on the KickShop.

Holiday Schedule 2021
2021-12-24 - 2022-01-01
We will be operating under a revised schedule of classes for the end of the year.
Closed December 24-25, 31, 2021 and January 1, 2022. There will be a revised schedule of classes December 27-30, 2021.
Schedule to come

Thanksgiving 2021 Closing
2021-11-25 - 2021-11-26
There will be no regular classes Thursday 11/25 or Friday 11/26 for the Thanksgiving Holiday. Enjoy your time with friends and family.

NJMAA Fall Invitational Tournament
2021-11-06 08:00 - 15:30
On November 6, 2021, the New Jersey Martial Arts Alliance is hosting its Fall Invitational martial arts tournament! Competition will include traditional forms, point sparring and non-competitive divisions.
Location: Kickside Montgomery (1225 State Rd, Princeton, NJ 08540) Competition will take place indoors due to recent freezing temps and concern about ground temperature
Visit www.newjerseymaa.com for more info and registration.
Registration Deadline: 2 November 2021
*First 10 Registrants Receive Free Tournament T-Shirt.

Rank
Approximate Start Time
Location

White – Sr. Yellow Belts
11:00 am
Kickside of Montgomery

Non-Competitive/Little Kickers
12:00 pm
Kickside of Montgomery

Green – Sr. Blue Belts
12:00 pm
Kickside of Montgomery

Brown – Sr. Red Belts
1:00 pm
Kickside of Montgomery

Black Belts
2:00 pm
Kickside of Montgomery

*These ring times are approximate. Students will receive exact time and ring number 24 hours prior to the event.
