If you’re searching for a powerful way to support your child’s growth, Side Kicks’ Kids Martial Arts Program is the perfect solution. Each class builds confidence, focus, emotional strength, and essential self-defense skills—all while shaping character from day one. At Side Kicks, children grow stronger physically, mentally, and emotionally.
Why Our Kids Martial Arts Lessons Helps Children Thrive
Our martial arts program helps children understand their values, strengthen their identity, and learn vital life skills such as discipline and character development. Every lesson equips students with tools they can use at home, in school, and in everyday life. They practice emotional control, resilience, and the ability to overcome challenges with confidence.
Building Confidence Through Martial Arts
Through interactive drills, structured instruction, and consistent positive reinforcement, children gain genuine confidence. As they progress, they become respectful, responsible, and self-assured young leaders—proving just how transformative kids martial arts can be.

We guide children toward becoming more positive individuals while helping them develop a powerful “YES I CAN” attitude.

With structured instruction, kids learn to listen the first time and make responsible choices. Mentors provide guidance every step of the way.

Our program offers a solid foundation for personal growth. Children gain the tools they need to become confident leaders.

Students gain far more than physical skills. Our classes develop confidence, focus, discipline, and healthy habits that extend beyond the mat. Consequently, They gain the confidence and focus that set them up for future success..

Finding the right activities for children is more important than ever. Therefore, our methodology guides kids on a positive path, strengthening them physically, mentally, emotionally, and socially. With consistent training, they become capable, confident, and prepared for life’s challenges.

Our classes encourage kids to step away from screens and enjoy a fun activity centered on learning and movement. Through dynamic, high-energy classes, students build strength, resilience, and bullyproof confidence while boosting their self-esteem in a fast-paced, results-driven program.
BEFORE / AFTER
Life skills form the foundation of our program. With the right guidance, children develop into their best selves, gaining confidence, focus, respect, and discipline.

Can We Try It Before Signing Up?
Yes! Our trial offers and available spaces are updated on this page regularly. Just click one of the buttons on this page to see available spaces!
If We Like It, How Do We Sign Up?
After your child's trial, we'll all know if it was the right activity for them. If it is, we'll walk you through getting started at Side Kicks Karate. If you have questions, don't worry - we'll reach out before your child's trial to be sure you're 100% ready!
How Many Classes Do We Attend?
After your child's trial, we'll all know if it was the right activity for them. If it is, we'll walk you through getting started at Side Kicks Karate. If you have questions, don't worry - we'll reach out before your child's trial to be sure you're 100% ready!
What Area Do We Service?
Side Kicks has two locations—Rome, NY and Whitesboro, NY—and we proudly serve families from all across the Mohawk Valley. Many parents travel from surrounding communities because of our proven success in helping kids grow into confident, capable leaders.
We welcome students from Rome, Westmoreland, Lee Center, Camden, Floyd, Holland Patent, Oriskany, Marcy, Yorkville, New York Mills, Utica, New Hartford, Stittville, Westernville, Boonville, Delta Lake, Clark Mills, and the entire Mohawk Valley area.
What Does My Child Wear?
For you first visit have your little one wear something comfortable that tey can move in.
How Long Are Classes?
Classes run 35 to 40 minutes.
Where Are You Located?
Discover our two branches situated in Rome and Whitesboro, NY. Check our Location tab for detailed addresses.
What Style Of Martial Art?
We teach leadership through a powerful blend of hands-on self-defense, emotional control, and mental toughness. Our program focuses on real-world self-defense while helping kids build strong character skills that carry over into every part of their lives.
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Select a program and begin your child’s journey to becoming an exceptional leader today! We proudly serve families throughout the Mohawk Valley

We are a Personal Development Center helping Children grow stronger Physically, Mentally, Emotionally & Socially.

WHITESBORO
239 Oriskany Blvd
Whitesboro, NY 13492
(315) 339-3928
ROME
827 Black River Blvd
Rome, NY 13440
(315) 339-3928
Monday: 4pm to 7:30pm
Tuesday: 4pm to 7:30pm
Wednesday: 4pm to 7:30pm
Thursday: 4pm to 7:30pm