Kickside Martial Arts

Schedule Change for Montgomery
2016-02-16
In order to better serve our members, we are putting into effect a schedule change for Montgomery, effective 2/16/2016. Please click here to preview the new schedule.

Collar Testing at Montgomery -- March 19
2016-03-19 09:00 - 09:45 (America/New_York)
Collar testing is for eligible high ranks. Please see an instructor for details. There will be no adult/teen class in Montgomery on 3/19, as a result of this testing.

Secondary Testing at Hillsborough -- March 19
2016-03-19 13:00 - 15:30
Secondary testing is for all eligible students, white through sr. brown, who were not promoted at the February primary testing.
Testing will take place at Hillsborough location (378 South Branch Rd, Hillsborough, NJ)

RANK TESTING
TIME

White through Sr. Yellow – at Hillsborough
1:00 pm

Green through Sr. Brown – at Hillsborough
2:00 pm

Note: times are for your current rank, not the rank for which you are testing.
Green Belts and Up must bring complete sparring gear to the testing.
Brown Belts and Up must bring boards to the testing.
Click here for the testing application. Fill out and turn it to the office.
All Senior Yellow Belts need to order sparring gear. Click here for that order form.

Easter Closing 2016
2016-03-25 - 2016-03-26
We will be closed Friday and Saturday for the Easter holiday.

Star Wars: The Force Awakens Movie Night, at Montgomery
2016-04-09 18:00 - 20:30
Come enjoy some popcorn and watch Star Wars: The Force Awakens on the big screen.
Saturday, April 9th, 6:00–8:30pm
$10 per person
Movie is rated PG-13. Parental discretion is advised.

Sr. Red Belt 1-month Review at Montgomery
2016-05-12 18:45 - 19:30
ALL senior red belts should attend this review of belt knowledge for the upcoming June black belt testing.

Tyler Weaver Seminar at Kickside of Hillsborough
2016-05-14 18:00 - 19:30
Come learn from the best competitor on the tournament circuit. As part of Team Paul Mitchell and WAKO Team, Tyler Weaver has participated in tournaments across the globe, taking home top honors. All tournament competitors can learn how Tyler stands out from the crowd and what makes him a top performer.
Space is limited. This seminar will sell out!
Cost is $50. Please register and pay at www.njmaareg.com

The Good Dinosaur Movie Night at Montgomery
2016-05-14 18:00 - 20:30
We will be watching Disney/Pixar’s
The Good Dinosaur (rated PG)
Saturday, May 14th, 6:00 to 8:30pm
at Montogmery location
Fun & games, pizza, drinks and a movie!
$20 per person.
Save $5 if you bring a friend!

No classes May 21, 2016
2016-05-21 08:00 - 17:00
Due to the NJMAA Invitational Championships, there will be no classes on Saturday May 21st. We hope to see you at this wonderful event!
Make sure to support your school’s demo team for the head-to-head championships!

NJMAA Invitational Championships 2016
2016-05-21 08:00 - 2016-05-22 17:00
NJMAA’s 10th Annual Invitational Championship will be held at North Hunterdon High School. All new divisions, such as OPEN forms and sparring.
Pre-registration discounts end May 15th.
For more information, visit www.njmaareg.com

Breaking Week May 2016
2016-05-24 16:00 - 2016-05-27 20:00
We will be board breaking in all classes from Tuesday May 24 through Friday May 27. Board orders due by Wednesday, May 18th!
Visit breaking page for full information.

Memorial Day Closing 2016
2016-05-28 08:00 - 2016-05-30 17:00
We will be closed Saturday May 28th and Monday May 30th in honor of Memorial Day.

Summer Uniforms Allowed 2016
2016-05-31 08:00 - 21:00
As of Memorial Day, students may start wearing summer uniforms (i.e. a Kickside or NJMAA t-shirt in lieu of uniform top). T-shirt should be TUCKED IN and belts should be worn along with uniform pants.

Primary Testing -- June 2016
2016-06-11
The primary belt testing will be held on June 11 at North Hunterdon High School gymnasium (1445 NJ-31, Annandale, NJ 08801).
Note: Testing and rank ceremony times are for your CURRENT RANK, not the rank you are testing to become! Students should try to arrive 15 min early for their testing.

Current Belt Rank
Testing Start Time

Yellow & Sr. Yellow Belt Juniors
8:30 am

White Belt Juniors &
Beginner Rank Adults (White – Sr. Yellow Belt)
9:00 am

Green & Sr. Green Belt Juniors
9:30 am

Blue & Sr. Blue Belt Juniors
10:00 am

Brown through Sr. Red Belt Juniors &
Advanced Rank Adults (Green – Sr. Red Belt)
10:45 am

All Black Belts
11:15 am

Testing Procedures:
Click here for the colored belt testing application (for White – Sr. Red Belts)
Click here for the black belt testing application (for all Black Belt ranks)
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 need to list their board breaks at the bottom (and get those breaks approved by an instructor when turning in the application). If you need a different belt size than the one listed, please let us know.
Students are required to know their belt information, achieve necessary stripes, and attend the required number of classes for their level. Please visit the belt info page for a list of all this information.
SPARRING EQUIPMENT ORDER FORM
All Sr. Yellow Belts must also turn in a Sparring Equipment order form by June 1st. All sparring gear must be ordered through Kickside Martial Arts.
BLACK BELT PACK
All Black Belt Candidates that want an embroidered heavy-weight uniform, black gear and weapons must turn in a Black Belt Pack order form by May 15th.
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 testing application. Last day to order boards is January 12th.
Due to the number of students who are between ranks the week after testing, we will be following a revised schedule for the week of June 13th.
Click here for the Montgomery Revised Schedule
Click here for the Hillsborough Revised Schedule

Revised Schedule June 13-17, 2016
2016-06-13 - 2016-06-17
Due to the number of students who are between ranks the week after testing, we will be following a revised schedule for the week of June 13th.
Click here for the Montgomery Revised Schedule
Click here for the Hillsborough Revised Schedule

Breaking Seminar at Montgomery, June 13th
2016-06-13 18:00 - 21:00
Join us for a 2-hour seminar, taught by Mr. John Kanabay. $30 per person, pavers and materials will be provided. For first-time brick breakers and experienced breakers. If you plan on coming, please let us know so we can get you the correct number of materials for your level. If you break large numbers, an additional fee may apply.

No Classes due to Rank Ceremonies at Hillsborough
2016-06-17
There are no classes today, due to rank promotion ceremonies, held at the Hillsborough location (378 South Branch Rd., Building 1, Suite 4, Hillsborough, NJ)
Ceremony times (see below) are for your current rank, not new rank. Please wear nice clothes (no uniforms) to make for a special experience.
5:30 pm: White through Senior Yellow Belts
6:15 pm: Blue through Red Belts
7:00 pm: Sr. Red, Black Belts & All Rank Adult/Teens

Closed July 4, 2016
2016-07-04
We will be closed on Monday, July 4th for the holiday. Please enjoy your holiday and be safe!

Collar Testing at Hillsborough -- July 16
2016-07-16 09:00 - 09:45
Collar testing is for eligible high ranks. Please see an instructor for details.

Secondary Testing at Montgomery -- July 16
2016-07-16 14:00 - 16:00
Secondary testing is for all eligible students, white through sr. brown, who were not promoted at the June primary testing.
Testing will take place at the new Montgomery location (1340 Route 206, Skillman, NJ)

RANK TESTING
TIME

White through Sr. Yellow – at Montgomery
2:00 pm

Green through Sr. Brown – at Montg0mery
3:00 pm

Note: times are for your current rank, not the rank for which you are testing.
Green Belts and Up must bring complete sparring gear to the testing.
Brown Belts and Up must bring boards to the testing.
Click here for the testing application. Fill out and turn it to the office.
All Senior Yellow Belts need to order sparring gear. Click here for that order form.

Grappling Seminar at Hillsborough
2016-07-23 09:00 - 10:30
Come learn basic grappling techniques to include take-downs, ground positions, manipulations and more! Seminar is open to all adults/teens and students brown belts and above.
Cost: $15/per person
Location: Kickside Hillsborough
Uniform: Workout Attire (TKD uniform not required)
Speak to a Kickside Instructor today to sign up. Space is limited!

Self Defense Seminar at Montgomery
2016-07-23 10:30 - 12:00
Come to learn basic self-defense for beginners and advanced self-defense for those more experienced. This seminar is open to both students and their siblings (at least 6 years old). Parents and older siblings are welcome to join as well, in order for the kids to have a more realistic experience when practicing their self-defense. TKD uniforms are not required, just something comfortable to be able to move around in!
Cost: Free
This seminar will be held in the “new” Montgomery location. We will have some refreshments for all seminar participants.

Grappling Seminar at Montgomery
2016-07-30 10:30 - 12:00
Come learn basic grappling techniques to include take-downs, ground positions, manipulations and more! Seminar is open to all adults/teens and students brown belts and above.
Cost: $15/per person
Location: Kickside Montgomery
Uniform: Workout Attire (TKD uniform not required)
Speak to a Kickside Instructor today to sign up. Space is limited!

Self Defense Seminar at Hillsborough
2016-07-30 11:15 - 12:30
Come to learn basic self-defense for beginners and advanced self-defense for those more experienced. This seminar is open to both students and their siblings (at least 6 years old). Parents and older siblings are welcome to join as well, in order for the kids to have a more realistic experience when practicing their self-defense. TKD uniforms are not required, just something comfortable to be able to move around in!
Cost: Free

Sparring Seminar at Montgomery
2016-08-03 13:00 - 15:00
This seminar, for green belts and above, will focus on various point sparring strategies, techniques, and clever combinations that will prepare students for Summerfest while also improving students’ overall sparring skills.
Cost: $20 (50% off for Summerfest competitors)
Limited enrollment. Speak to a staff member to sign up!

Summer Fest 2016
2016-08-07 09:30 - 15:00
The NJMAA ninjas have returned to the woods of Vorhees State Park and are ready for a fresh batch of competitors to enter the TRAIL OF THE WARRIOR! They will put your mental and physical strength to the test. Only those demonstrating supreme indomitable spirit will emerge from the trail to compete for SUMMER FEST GRAND CHAMPION!
When: Sunday, August 7th
WHERE: Voorhees State Park (251 County Road Route 513, Clinton, NJ 08809)
time: 9:30am – 12:30pm (Competition)
1:30pm – 3:00pm (BBQ)
COST: Pre-registration $50 (Before 7/22: BBQ and t-shirt included)
Late Registration $55 (7/23–7/30: BBQ included, NO T-SHIRT)
White–Sr. Yellow Pre-Reg: $40 (BBQ and t-shirt included, if registered before 7/22)
White–Sr. Yellow Late Reg: $45 (7/23–7/30: BBQ included, NO T-SHIRT)
Competitor’s BBQ ticket included in registration fee. Early registration ends July 22nd and ensures you get a FREE t-shirt.

Registration forms available in the lobby!
**HUGE WATER GUN FIGHT AT THE BBQ (Bring your own Guns/Water Balloons)***

Kickside Pride Week 2016
2016-08-15 - 2016-08-19
We will be holding our annual Kickside Pride week from August 15th through the 19th. Bring a friend to class and you will get to pop a balloon and win the prize inside. One lucky student will also win a mountain bike from Halter’s Cycles, a prize valued at over $300!
Each day will have a focus:

Montgomery
Hillsborough

Monday 8/15
Fun & Games
Fun & Games

Tuesday 8/16
Grappling & MMA
Weapons

Wednesday 8/17
Yoga*
Grappling & MMA

Thursday 8/18
Kicks and Rolls
Kicks

Friday 8/19
Weapons
Rolls & Inversions

*REVISED SCHEDULE FOR YOGA: 45-minute intro classes will be held at 4:30pm, 5:15pm, and 6:30pm. Adults are encouraged to attend any class time. Any rank may attend any of class; come to the most convenient class time.

Open House, August 20th
2016-08-20 11:00 - 14:00
No regular classes.
We will be opening our doors to the public on Saturday, August 20th from 11:00am – 2:00pm.
Non-members of all ages can come take a FREE introductory lesson and get a FREE uniform. We will also be rolling out our best new member offer of the entire year! Walk-ins are welcome, reservations take precedence. For more information or to reserve a spot, contact us at either our Hillsborough or Montgomery location.
Programs include:
Taekwondo for all ages, Mixed Martial Arts, Fight Camp, Competitive Travel Tournament Team, Weapon Training, Yoga and much more!

Labor Day Closing 2016
2016-09-03 - 2016-09-05
There will be no classes on Saturday, September 3rd or Monday, September 5th in honor of the Labor Day holiday.

Back-to-School Bash (Montgomery)
2016-09-06 16:00 - 19:00
There will be no classes on Tuesday, September 6th, due to our back-to-school event. We will be have door prizes, custom school supplies, free giveaways, bike-drawing entries, kareoke, pizza and ice cream.
Come and kick off the school year at Kickside Martial Arts!
