How does the after-school schedule work for families driving from Delray Beach?

Classes start at 3:30 PM on weekdays, so most families can go directly from school pickup to Xcel. The drive from central Delray Beach is about 18 minutes on Glades Road heading west. There is ample parking at Boca Hamptons Plaza and the pickup routine at the end of class is straightforward.

Will the after-school program actually help with my child's focus and school performance?

Many Delray Beach parents report visible improvements in homework habits, listening, and classroom behavior after their children begin consistent martial arts training. The structure of class, where kids follow multi-step instructions and practice controlled focus, directly reinforces the same skills schools ask for.

What ages are welcome in the after-school program?

The after-school program serves school-age children in our Eagles (ages 5 to 6) and Warriors (ages 7 to 12) programs. Instructor Maria groups children by age and skill level so each child trains with peers who are at a similar stage of development.

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After-School Martial Arts for Delray Beach Kids

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After-School Martial Arts for Delray Beach Families

The hours between school and dinner can be the trickiest part of a Delray Beach parent's day. After-school martial arts at Xcel gives kids a productive, structured environment during exactly that window. Classes start at 3:30 PM on weekdays, which lines up naturally with pickup schedules across Delray Beach. Instead of heading home to screens, kids come to Xcel and channel their energy into something that builds them up.

The after-school program is more than movement. Kids practice focus, follow instructions in sequence, work with partners respectfully, and finish each class with a tangible sense of accomplishment. For many students, the discipline habits formed in martial arts class start showing up in homework time and classroom behavior as well. Parents from communities like Rainberry Bay and High Point have told us this connection surprised them most.

Xcel keeps after-school classes small by design. Instructor Maria Bacchetta can see every child in the room and address what each one needs on a given day, whether that is encouragement, a technical correction, or simply a calm and consistent presence. That level of personal attention is rare in after-school programming of any kind.

Why Delray Beach Families Choose Xcel Martial Arts

Classes start at 3:30 PM weekdays, perfectly aligned with Delray Beach school pickup times
Small class sizes so every child gets real attention and coaching, not just supervision
Builds focus and self-discipline habits that carry over into school and home
Safe, structured environment with Instructor Maria Bacchetta leading every session
Free trial class so your child can experience the program before any commitment

Getting to Class from Delray Beach

From Delray Beach schools and neighborhoods the drive to Xcel is about 18 minutes west on Atlantic Avenue or Glades Road to Lyons Road in west Boca Raton. The 3:30 PM start time makes the after-school run easy to build into the daily routine without a long wait or a second trip.

Directions: From Delray Beach, take Atlantic Avenue west to Military Trail or Congress Avenue, then head north to Glades Road and turn west to Lyons Road. Xcel Martial Arts is in Boca Hamptons Plaza at 9070 Kimberly Blvd, just off Lyons Road in west Boca Raton.

Neighborhoods We Serve

Delray Lakes · Rainberry Bay · Pines of Delray · High Point · Sherwood Park · Lake Ida

Near Delray Beach

Atlantic Avenue · Delray Beach Tennis Center · Lake Ida Park · Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens · Delray Beach Market

Explore our other programs for Delray Beach families: Kids Martial Arts, Kids MMA, Kickboxing, Muay Thai, Adult Martial Arts & Self-Defense.

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What Boca Raton Parents Say

"My son started at Xcel at age 5 and the transformation has been incredible. He's more confident, focused, and respectful at home and school. Maria is an amazing instructor!"

— Jessica M.

"Best martial arts program in Boca Raton for kids. Both of my daughters train here and they love it. The environment is safe, fun, and challenging."

— Carlos R.

"We tried three other martial arts schools before finding Xcel. The difference is night and day. Maria truly cares about every student's growth — not just their kicks."

— Amanda T.

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