Path to Black Belt (Ages 8–12)

A structured martial arts and leadership program designed to build confidence, discipline, focus, and resilience while guiding students toward their Black Belt.

Why Parents Choose the Path to Black Belt Program

The Path to Black Belt program is designed for school-age kids who are ready for structure, accountability, and real personal growth. Students learn traditional martial arts skills alongside leadership development, goal setting, and character education. Our Boynton Beach martial arts program helps children improve focus in school, build confidence, develop self-discipline, and learn respect for themselves and others.

Path to Black Belt Program Features:

✔️ Builds confidence and self-esteem

✔️ Improves focus, listening, and classroom behavior

✔️ Encourages responsibility and goal-setting

✔️ Develops strength, coordination, and flexibility

✔️ Teaches respect, discipline, and leadership

✔️ Positive peer environment and mentorship

What Students Learn in the Path to Black Belt Program

  • Martial arts fundamentals: stances, kicks, blocks, combinations

  • Forms (patterns), timing, coordination, and balance

  • Safe partner drills and controlled sparring skills

  • Strength, conditioning, agility, and flexibility

  • Goal setting through belt progression

  • Leadership skills, confidence building, and teamwork

  • Focus, discipline, and emotional control

What a Typical Class Looks Like

  • Dynamic warm-up and mobility drills

  • Technique instruction and skill development

  • Partner drills and pad work

  • Conditioning and athletic training

  • Leadership focus or mindset lesson

  • Positive wrap-up and progress recognition

Perfect for Ages 8–12

This program is ideal for kids who are ready for more structure, responsibility, and challenge. Whether your child is brand new to martial arts or continuing from Little Ninjas, our Path to Black Belt program helps them build confidence, discipline, and resilience while staying active and motivated.

Ready to Try a Class?

Spots are limited to keep classes safe and focused. Book a free class today and we’ll help you choose the best class time for your child.

VIST OUR STUDIO

We’d love to meet you! Come tour our space, meet our team, and see what Raise Leaders is all about. Studio tours are available on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6:00 PM by appointment. You can also schedule a free trial class for your child to experience the energy and structure of our program firsthand. Call 561-735-0306 or text us 833-712-0889 to set up your visit!

Spacious martial arts training studio with padded flooring and equipment racks at Raise Leaders
Wide-angle view of the Raise Leaders Martial Arts dojo featuring high ceilings and open floor plan
Wide-angle view of the Raise Leaders Martial Arts dojo featuring high ceilings and open floor plan