NJMAA Spring Championships, MMA and Sparring Tournament
2024-04-06 10:30 - 12:30 (America/New_York)
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.

Secondary Testing at Hillsborough - July 27th
2024-07-27 12:30 - 14:30
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 12:30 PM
Green – Sr. Brown 1:30 PM
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 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

Sparring Seminar at Branchburg
2024-09-14 13:30 - 17:30
Register here
The seminar will focus on fundamentals, live drills, and situational sparring to develop confidence on the mat and sharpen Sparring IQ for all levels.
When?
Saturday, September 14
Where?
Branchburg Kickside
1010 US-202 S Branchburg, NJ 08876

Specific times will be listed below based on seminar focus:
Taekwondo
Adv. & Expert Ranks start time 2:00PM
Intermediate Ranks start time 2:30PM
End time 3:30PM
MMA
All Levels start time 4:00PM, end time 5:30PM
*Please make sure to arrive 15-20 minutes early to warm up and stretch. We will get right into the seminar promptly at the scheduled start time.
**Bring all gear, including: head gear, gloves, foot gear/shin guards, mouth guards, and a cup (for gentlemen). There will be a few pairs of extra gloves but not garunteed
For any further questions, concerns, or more info, please contact Branchburg Kickside at 908-947-3222 or email kicksidebranchburg@gmail.com
We look forward to see you all on the mat!

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

Kickside Friendsgiving at Branchburg
2024-11-26 18:00 - 19:00
November 26th at 6pm
1010 US-202 South, Branchburg, NJ
Bring a dish to share, or just stop by to say “hi”

Movie Marathon at Branchburg
2024-12-23 16:00 - 19:00
HOLIDAY MOVIE MARATHON – Click here to register
December 23, 4:00 – 7:00 pm
@ Kickside Branchburg, 1010 US-202S, Branchburg, NJ
Price $25 (Premium members save $10)
Join Us for a Jolly Good Time!
Get ready to cozy up and enjoy a Movie Marathon at Branchburg Kickside! Friends & Families are invited to experience an evening filled with holiday cheer and delicious treats!
Spots are limited, so don’t wait—grab your family and sign up today!

BLACK BELT TRAINING at Hillsborough
2024-12-28 11:00 - 13:00
BLACK BELT TRAINING
December 28, 11:00 – 1:00 pm
Kickside of Hillsborough
(378 S Branch Rd, Hillsborough)
FREE EVENT, Registration Required
Email kicksidemahills@gmail.com to register.

Winter Schedule Changes
2025-01-13 - 2025-01-14
Please note, there will be slight schedule changes implemented in our Branchburg and Hillsborough locations, effective as of January 13, 2025.
Click here to view the new Winter schedule for Branchburg
Click here to view the new Winter schedule for Hillsborough

Winterfest Tournament at Kickside Hillsborough 1/25/25
2025-01-25 - 2025-01-26
Register and check ring assignments at register.newjerseymaa.com
Featuring competition in:
• Traditional & Creative Forms
• MMA Divisions
• Non-competitive (under 6 years)
Full tournament information and rules are available on the NJMAA website.

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!

Rank Ceremonies, No Classes - Feb 28
2025-02-28 - 2025-03-01
NO REGULAR CLASSES WILL BE HELD ON THIS DAY AT ANY LOCATION
Location: Kickside of Hillsborough, 378 South Branch Rd, Hillsborough, NJ 08844
5:30 pm White – Red
6:15 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.

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.

Rank Ceremonies - No Regular Classes 6/27
2025-06-27 - 2025-06-28
NO REGULAR CLASSES WILL BE HELD ON THIS DAY AT ANY LOCATION
Location: Kickside of Hillsborough, 378 South Branch Rd, Hillsborough, NJ 08844
5:30 pm White – Sr Green Juniors
6:30 pm Blue – Black Belt Juniors & All Rank Teens/Adults
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.

Summer Schedule Change - Hillsborough location
2025-06-30 - 2025-07-01
Kickside of Hillsborough will have a Summer schedule change effective June 30th. Click here for the printable schedule.

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!

Secondary Testing July 26th at Hillsborough
2025-07-26 13:00 - 15:30
Secondary testing is for all eligible students, ranked White through Sr. Brown, who were not promoted at the June testing.
Location: 378 South Branch Rd, Building 1, Suite 4, Hillsborough, NJ 08844
Testing Times
White – Sr. Green 1:00 PM
Blue – Sr. Brown 2:00 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.
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 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

2-Week Black Belt Review
2025-10-02 18:00 - 20:00
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 must be earned one testing cycle ahead of a student’s black belt testing. Eligible candidates for October testing will already have one stripe by the one-month review in September. There is also 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.

Breaking Week: October 6-10, 2025
2025-10-06 - 2025-10-11
Green belts and up (all ranks Adult/Teen class) will be breaking boards in classes October 6 – 10th. 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. (Little Kickers and White-Sr. Yellow Belts may order 1/2″ boards in bundles of 3)
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**

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