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[01] Voted Best of Trentonian 2025
Kids Martial Arts in Lawrenceville NJ — Amerikick Princeton
Hundreds of Mercer County families discovered that martial arts didn't just teach their kids to kick and punch. It changed who they are.
8+
Years
200+
Students
5.0
Rating
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Locations
Frame · 02-A
The right environment changes everything.
The Reckoning
Does any of thissoundfamiliar?
You love your child more than anything in this world. Some days, parenting still feels like shouting into the wind.
- 01They give up the moment something gets hard.
- 02Homework becomes a nightly negotiation.
- 03Screens win every battle for their attention.
- 04Another note from school about focus.
- 05They came home upset — and you felt helpless.
- 06Past activities never quite stuck.
Diagnosis
It isn't a lack of discipline. It's a lack of the right environment.
[03] · Choose the Path
TWO PROGRAMS.
BUILT FOR THE NEXT GEN.
LITTLE DRAGONS
Built for our youngest students. Gross motor skills, listening, focus, and anti-bullying fundamentals — wrapped in 30 minutes of structured play.
Enter the dojo
KIDS MARTIAL ARTS
Our flagship program. Self-defense and life skills — respect, discipline, focus, confidence — drilled across 45 minutes per class.
Enter the dojo
Not sure which program? We'll place your child after the first class.
[04] · The Journey
FIVE PILLARS.
ONE TRANSFORMATION.
Five skills every Amerikick Princeton student earns on the mat — and carries with them off it.
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Confidence Built From Evidence
We don't hand compliments out like candy. Confidence is earned through a personal track record of doing hard things and succeeding. When your child breaks their first board, earns their first stripe, or leads a warmup for the first time, they have proof. Not praise. Proof. That proof compounds. Belt by belt. Year by year.
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Focus That Transfers
Structured classes demand full presence. Students learn to lock in on the mat because their instructor requires it. Teachers and parents consistently report seeing a real transfer into school within the first few weeks. It's not a coincidence. It's repetition of a skill.
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Self-Discipline That Becomes Identity
Showing up. Following through. Respecting instructions when you don't feel like it. These aren't rules at Amerikick Princeton. They're habits formed through repetition on the mat and reinforced through weekly life skill challenges off it. When your child has been living this way for six months, it stops being something they do and starts being who they are.
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Bully-Proof For Life
We teach your child to carry themselves in a way that makes them less of a target. That means physical skills, yes. But more importantly, it means presence, confidence, and the ability to handle pressure without falling apart. Strong. Confident. Bully-Proof. It's not a tagline. It's the outcome.
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Belonging That Fuels Everything
Kids perform better in environments where they feel seen and valued. Your child is not a number in a class of 30. They are known by name. Their instructors know their strengths, their struggles, and their goals. This community becomes something your family looks forward to, not just another obligation on the calendar.
[06] · The Blueprint
HOW WE ENGINEER KIDS MARTIAL ARTS ATHLETES
Every 45-minute class is structured to build athletic excellence and character simultaneously.
Total runtime
45:00
6 structured phases · No filler
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Warm-Up
5 minStretching, cardio activation, physical readiness.
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Basics Drilling
10 minStrikes, blocks, kicks, and stances reinforced by belt level.
- 03
Lesson (Curriculum)
10 minBelt-level technique of the week, taught step by step.
- 04
Lesson Application
10 minBag work, pad work, and partner drills applying the lesson.
- 05
Class Ender (Conditioning Game)
7 minHigh-energy game that reinforces the skill under fatigue.
- 06
Cool Down & Recognition
3 minStudent shoutouts, stripe acknowledgments, class close.
Watch the blueprint in action — week one is on us.
[05] · The Difference
NOT ALL DOJOS
ARE EQUAL.
Six things parents tell us they couldn't find anywhere else in Mercer County.
CHOICE A
Other Schools
- Rigid, outdated methods focused on obedience over development
- One-size-fits-all curriculum with no personalization
- Belt promotions based on time, not demonstrated skill
- No structured life skills program. Character is an afterthought
- Instructors who don't know your child's name
- Hidden fees for belt testing and graduation ceremonies
CHOICE B · Recommended
Amerikick Princeton
- A structured Life Skills Program built into every single class
- Personalized experience. Instructors know your child by name, strengths, and goals
- Belt advancement tied to real, demonstrated skill and off-mat habits
- No contracts. No belt testing fees. No hidden charges. Ever.
- Voted Lawrenceville's BEST Martial Arts School, Best of Trentonian 2025
- World Champion instructors on our floor every single day
See the difference for yourself — first week is on us.
SENSEI VINCE LITTLE
Owner · Head Instructor
[07] · From the Floor
"I don't know what you did.
BUT KEEP DOING IT."
I built this school in 2017 to be the place for kids in Lawrenceville that Amerikick was for me. Since then, hundreds of families have walked through our door with a quiet worry in their eyes. Then they watch their child run off the mat with a grin they can't contain.
Read the full letter[08] · The 7-Day Trial
SEVEN DAYS.
ZERO RISK.
Step on the mat.
Walk off taller.
Trial Pass · AKP-YOU
100% Risk-FreeYour Investment
$0$105
No card. No contract. Just a real week of training so you can see if we're the right fit.
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7 Days of Live Classes
At your child's exact age + belt level
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Free Amerikick T-Shirt
Hand-fitted on day one
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First Board Break
Your child's first "I did that" moment
[08] · Beyond the Mat
MORE THAN MARTIAL ARTS. MORE WAYS TO HAVE FUN.
[08-A] · Birthday Parties
The Best Birthday Party in Lawrenceville. We're Serious.
Stop trying to reinvent the wheel. We handle everything — decorations, snacks, an action-packed martial arts experience your kid and their friends will talk about for months. You sit back and enjoy it.
$399 for 2 hours · Ages 4 and up
BOOK A PARTY
[08-B] · Summer Camp
A Summer They Won't Stop Talking About.
8 weeks of full-day adventure. Martial arts, Ninja Warrior, Nerf Wars, crafts, science experiments, outdoor sports, and more. Ages 5 and up. Early drop-off and late pickup available.
$399/week · July–early September · Ages 5+ · 8am–6pm
SAVE THEIR SPOTParent Questions · Lawrenceville NJ
Martial Arts in Lawrenceville: The Basics
Quick, parent-friendly answers about programs, pricing, ages, and the free trial at Amerikick Princeton.
01What martial arts programs does Amerikick Princeton offer?
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Amerikick Princeton offers two core kids martial arts programs in Lawrenceville, NJ: Little Dragons for ages 4–6 and Kids Martial Arts for ages 7–12. Both programs blend traditional karate with modern self-defense, anti-bullying skills, and life skills like focus, respect, and discipline. We also run an action-packed Summer Camp during school breaks and host private Birthday Parties for ages 4 and up. Every program is taught by certified instructors led by Sensei Vince Little and is built around our promise to make every student Strong. Confident. Bully-Proof.
02Where is Amerikick Princeton located?
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Amerikick Princeton is located at 2901 Brunswick Pike, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648, right off Route 1 in Mercer County. We serve families throughout Lawrenceville, Princeton, Ewing, Hamilton, Pennington, Trenton, and the surrounding Mercer County area. Our dojo has plenty of parking, a clean training floor, and a comfortable parent viewing area so caregivers can watch every class. Call us at (609) 883-6000 to schedule a visit or claim your free 7-day trial pass.
03Does Amerikick Princeton offer a free trial class?
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Yes. Amerikick Princeton offers a free 7-day trial pass for new students ages 4–12 in Lawrenceville. The trial includes unlimited classes for a full week plus a free Amerikick t-shirt, with no credit card required and no obligation to continue. It is the same program our enrolled families experience, so your child gets a true feel for the instructors, the schedule, and the curriculum before you make any decision. Limit one trial per family. Sign up online or call (609) 883-6000.
04What ages do you teach martial arts to?
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Amerikick Princeton teaches martial arts to children starting at age 4 through age 12, with classes grouped by developmental stage. Our Little Dragons program is engineered for ages 4–6, with short 30-minute classes focused on listening, coordination, and confidence. Our flagship Kids Martial Arts program runs 45 minutes for ages 7–12 and layers in self-defense, sparring fundamentals, and leadership. Every age group is taught at a pace and intensity that fits how kids actually learn, so beginners and experienced students both progress.
05How much do martial arts classes cost in Lawrenceville?
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Kids martial arts tuition in the Lawrenceville and Princeton area typically ranges from about $150 to $250 per month depending on the school, program, and class frequency. At Amerikick Princeton, every new family starts with a free 7-day trial pass so you can experience the program before discussing pricing. After the trial, your instructor will walk you through the membership options that fit your child's age, schedule, and goals — including flexible plans with no long-term contracts. Call (609) 883-6000 for current pricing.
N°/10 · The Invitation
[10] · Final Sequence
EVERYTHINGTHEY NEEDIS ALREADYINSIDE THEM.
They just need the right environment to bring it out. We've been building that environment in Lawrenceville since 2017.