Serving Lantana, Palm Beach County

Kids Martial Arts for Lantana Children

Confidence, discipline, and real self-defense skills for children ages 3 to 12, taught by Instructor Maria Bacchetta in a safe, small-class setting.

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~22 min drive from Lantana

~14 miles to our studio

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Kids Martial Arts for Lantana Families

Raising a child near Lantana Beach or along the quiet streets of Lantana Heights means you want them active, focused, and safe. Our kids martial arts program at Xcel Martial Arts gives children ages 3 to 12 a structured environment where they learn to carry themselves with confidence, treat others with respect, and handle tough situations without fear. These are life skills that show up in the classroom, on the playground, and at home.

Instructor Maria Bacchetta has built our curriculum around the whole child, not just physical technique. Our youngest students in the Ninjas class (ages 3 to 4) build coordination and listening skills through age-appropriate movement games. Eagles (ages 5 to 6) begin learning basic striking and self-control. Warriors Basic and Warriors Advanced (ages 7 to 12) develop real martial arts foundations alongside character lessons on perseverance and kindness. Every child is seen and encouraged because our class sizes stay intentionally small.

Bullying is a real concern for families in every Palm Beach County community, and our anti-bullying focus is woven into every class we teach. Children learn how to set boundaries, speak up for themselves and others, and walk away from conflict when possible and defend themselves when necessary. Parents regularly tell us this training changes how their child moves through the world.

Why Lantana Families Choose Xcel Martial Arts

  • Age-specific classes from Ninjas (3-4) through Warriors Advanced (7-12) match your child's exact stage of development
  • Small class sizes mean Maria knows every student by name and no child slips through the cracks
  • Anti-bullying curriculum gives Lantana kids practical social and physical tools to handle real situations
  • Weekday afternoon classes starting at 3:30 PM fit school schedules from the Lantana area
  • Free trial class with zero commitment so your child can try before you decide

Getting to Class from Lantana

From Lantana, the studio is roughly 14 miles south, about a 22-minute drive via Congress Avenue to Glades Road or a quick hop on I-95. After-school class times starting at 3:30 PM make pickup simple for Lantana families without adding stress to the evening.

Directions: From Lantana, head south on Congress Avenue or take I-95 south to the Glades Road exit, then head west on Glades Road to Lyons Road. Turn south on Lyons Road and Boca Hamptons Plaza will be on your right at 9070 Kimberly Blvd, Suite 49.

Neighborhoods We Serve

Old Lantana · Lantana Heights · Hypoluxo Island · West Lantana · Lantana Farms

Near Lantana

Lantana Beach · Bicentennial Park · Lake Osborne · Lantana Municipal Airport · Maddock Park

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

Call (754) 366-1425 or view our class schedule to get started.

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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