AmeriKick Karate

The martial arts are fantastic for introducing kids to competition, in a respectful and nurturing environment. They can get started as young as toddlers at AmeriKick’s two Staten Island facilities, honing their listening skills and working together with other students in the Tiny Tigers program (ages 3–4). Self-discipline and focus become more important once kids become Little Dragons (ages 5–7) and practice coordinated grabs and kicks. They’ll work their way into the Karate Kids program (ages 7–13), which incorporates elements of Tae Kwon Do, boxing, kung fu and judo, and focuses on character development. Students are given assignments to ensure they’re being kind and generous outside of class. Various locations in Staten Island. Ages 3–13.