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Kids Martial Arts · Dunellen · South Plainfield · Somerset, NJ

A program for every age.

From their very first stance at 18 months to a black belt — five age-specific programs, each built for exactly where your kid is right now.

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Programs by age / 01

Five programs, one path.

Each program is built around exactly where your kid is — physically, mentally, and emotionally. Pick an age to see the full details.

Start here / 02

Choose by your kid's age.

Not sure where they fit? Find their age below — and if they’re between programs, book a free class and a coach will place them exactly right.

Adult kickboxing, summer camp, and birthday parties run on their own sister sites — same coaches, same standard.

What runs through all five / 03

More than kicks and punches.

No matter which program your kid joins, the same four outcomes run through every single class — the ones you’ll see at home, at school, and in the mirror.

01

Confidence

They walk taller — in class, at school, and the first time a bigger kid tests them.

02

Focus

Eyes up, listening, finishing what they start. The kind of focus that shows up in homework too.

03

Discipline

Showing up on the hard days. Small reps that quietly become who they are.

04

Respect

Bowing to a partner, helping a younger kid, looking an adult in the eye and meaning it.

The journey / 04

White belt to black belt.

A belt isn’t a participation sticker. It’s earned — and every stripe is a milestone you’ll watch happen in real life.

  1. Stage 01 The Foundation
  2. White Belt Day one

    The journey starts. Bowing in, listening, the very first stance.

    At home They teach grandma how to bow — and expect it back.

  3. Yellow Belt ~Month 3

    First real techniques land. The shy kid starts raising their hand.

    At home You catch them practicing in the hallway without being asked.

  4. Orange Belt ~Month 6

    Combinations click. Focus that parents notice at home.

    At home Homework starts with less of a fight — and gets finished.

  5. Stage 02 Forged Through Challenge
  6. Green Belt ~Year 1

    Real control. Helping newer kids without being asked.

    At home They help — at the dinner table, with siblings — before you ask.

  7. Blue Belt ~Year 1.5

    Sparring with composure. Losing well and trying again.

    At home They lose a board game and reset the pieces to play again.

  8. Purple Belt ~Year 2

    They came back when it was hard. That’s where grit begins.

    At home On a hard morning they still pack their own gear bag.

  9. Stage 03 Becoming a Leader
  10. Brown Belt ~Year 3

    Mastery of the basics. Quiet, earned confidence.

    At home The confidence stops being loud. It just sits in how they stand.

  11. Red Belt ~Year 3.5

    The final stretch before black. Mentoring the room.

    At home Younger kids copy them — and they act like someone worth copying.

  12. Black Belt ~Year 4+

    Not the end — the standard they now carry everywhere.

    At home It shows up everywhere: school, friendships, how they treat people when no one’s watching.

From real parents / 05

500+ families, one reason.

★★★★★
“I spent about a year deciding, and Warrior exceeded every expectation. It’s the one activity my son looks forward to every single week.”
Lauren M.
Dunellen · Warriors parent
★★★★★
“My daughter was shy and unsure of herself. The transformation has been incredible — she carries herself with confidence and handles tough moments with real resilience.”
Rose H.
South Plainfield · Warriors parent
★★★★★
“The difference in his behavior at home and at school is incredible — more focused, more respectful, more himself.”
Maria S.
South Plainfield · Rising Warriors parent
Before you book / 06

Questions parents always ask.

How do I know which program is right for my child?

Every Warrior program is matched to a specific age and stage. Find your kid’s age above and start there — and if they’re between programs or you’re unsure, book a free class. Our coaches place every kid in exactly the room where they’ll thrive.

What age can my child start martial arts?

As young as 18 months. Our Mighty Warriors class (18 months–2) is parent-on-the-mat and play-based, and kids grow through Mini (3–4), Rising (5–6), Warriors (7–9), and Leaders (10–11). Most schools start at 4 or 5 — we built a real path for the littlest ones.

Do you offer a free class?

Yes. Your kid’s first class is free — a private 45-minute session with a head coach, including a real technique and their first board break. It’s the easiest way to see if Warrior is the right fit before you decide anything.

How much do classes cost?

Memberships are simple and month-to-month, and most families start around the price of other weekly activities. We’ll walk you through exactly what it costs at your first class — no surprises. Start with a free class and we’ll build a plan around your kid.

What should my child wear to the first class?

Just comfortable clothes they can move in — a t-shirt and shorts or sweatpants, bare feet. We’ll provide everything else for the first class. When they enroll, they’ll get their official Warrior uniform.

Your kid’s first class is on us

Find your kid's program today.

Book a free class and let a head coach match your kid to the right program — built around their age, their focus, and who they are.

Call Dunellen · 848-280-7650