How far is Xcel Martial Arts from Stonebridge?

About 5 miles, roughly a 10 minute drive from the Stonebridge area near State Road 441 north of Glades Road. The studio is in Boca Hamptons Plaza at 9070 Kimberly Blvd, Suite 49.

What age can my child start?

As young as 3. Our Ninjas class for ages 3 to 4 builds movement and coordination through games, Eagles covers ages 5 to 6, and the Warriors programs cover ages 7 to 12. Teens and adults 13 and up have their own class.

How does the free trial work?

You book one regular class and your child simply joins in. There is no commitment and nothing to buy. It is the easiest way to see whether the class is a fit before deciding anything.

Can we make classes work after school?

Yes, the schedule was built for exactly that. Monday through Thursday, Ninjas starts at 3:30 PM, Eagles at 4:15 PM, Warriors Basic at 5:15 PM, and Warriors Advanced at 6:00 PM, so the 10 minute drive from Stonebridge fits neatly after pickup.

Is martial arts safe for a beginner?

Yes. New students learn fundamentals first, classes are small, and Head Instructor Maria Bacchetta matches every drill to the child's level. Sparring is reserved for advanced students who have earned their way there.

Serving Stonebridge · West Boca Raton

Kids Martial Arts for Stonebridge Families

Xcel Martial Arts is a 10 minute drive from Stonebridge, with small after school classes for ages 3 and up. Come try a free class with no commitment.

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Why Stonebridge Parents Choose Martial Arts

Strength is quiet. It is a five year old holding a stance a little longer than last week, a nine year old finishing the drill when her arms are tired, a kid who stands taller at the dinner table. That is the kind of strength we build at Xcel Martial Arts, and for Stonebridge families it is only a 10 minute drive from home, about 5 miles door to door.

Stonebridge sits along State Road 441 north of Glades Road, wrapped around the fairways of Stonebridge Golf & Country Club, and life there moves at a pleasant pace. What can be harder to find is a place nearby that challenges kids in the best way. That is what our studio is for. Head Instructor Maria Bacchetta keeps classes small on purpose, so every child gets real coaching and real attention, not a spot at the back of a crowded room.

Classes run Monday through Friday and are timed to fit right after school pickup. Ninjas take the mat at 3:30 PM Monday through Thursday, with Eagles, Warriors, and Teens and Adults classes following through the evening, so the schedule works even on busy weeks. Your child starts with a free trial class, no commitment and no pressure. If it is a fit, you will see it in their face on the drive back to Stonebridge.

Strength

Real strength in a child is not about muscles, it is about capability. Kids at Xcel learn to hold stances, throw clean strikes, and finish hard drills, and their bodies get stronger along the way. More important, they learn that effort is what makes them stronger. For Stonebridge kids growing up around country club fairways and quiet streets, that lesson lands: strength is earned in reps, not given.

Focus

Martial arts asks a child to keep their eyes on one thing, the instructor, the target, the count. In a world of tablets and ten second videos, that skill is rare and valuable. Parents often notice the change at homework time first. The same kid who bounced between distractions starts sitting down and working through the page at the kitchen table back in Stonebridge, because focus, like a front kick, gets better with practice.

Discipline

Discipline at Xcel is not yelling and push-ups. It is showing up on the same days each week, bowing onto the mat, following instructions the first time, and practicing the boring parts until they are not boring. Because classes are timed for after school pickup, Stonebridge families can make training a fixed part of the week, and that consistency is where discipline actually comes from.

Confidence

Confidence built on the mat is quiet and durable, because it is backed by proof. A child who earns a first belt promotion knows exactly what it cost, and that knowledge travels with them into classrooms, tryouts, and new friendships. In small classes, Head Instructor Maria Bacchetta makes sure every kid gets seen, corrected, and celebrated, so progress never gets lost in the crowd.

Less Screen Time

Every hour on the mat is an hour a kid is not on a screen. Instead of scrolling, they are moving, sweating, listening, and working with other kids face to face. An after school class can become the anchor of the whole afternoon, and the phone battle tends to get smaller once a child has something real to look forward to. With the studio just 10 minutes from Stonebridge, trading screen time for mat time is an easy swap.

Programs for Stonebridge Kids

Stonebridge kids of every age have a lane at Xcel. Three and four year olds start in Ninjas, where movement and coordination are taught through games. Five and six year olds move into Eagles for foundational strikes, blocks, stances, and teamwork. Kids seven to twelve train in Warriors Basic, learning kickboxing and martial arts fundamentals and earning their first belt promotions, then graduate into Warriors Advanced at purple belt and up for sparring and competition prep. Teens and parents can train too, with Kickboxing, Muay Thai, and MMA classes for ages thirteen and up.

Ninjas

Ages 3–4

An introduction to movement, coordination, and basic martial arts concepts through fun, age-appropriate drills and games.

Builds focus, listening skills, and early confidence in a safe, playful environment.

Eagles

Ages 5–6

Students learn foundational strikes, blocks, and stances while developing teamwork and body awareness.

Encourages discipline, respect for others, and physical fitness from an early age.

Warriors Basic

Ages 7–12 (W, Y, O Belts)

Structured training in kickboxing and martial arts fundamentals for beginners working toward their first belt promotions.

Develops self-defense skills, goal-setting habits, and a strong work ethic.

Warriors Advanced

5:00 PM

Warriors Basic (Ages 7–12)

5:00 PM

Warriors Advanced (Ages 7–12)

5:45 PM

All Ranks Teens 13+ / Adults

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Getting Here from Stonebridge

Xcel Martial Arts is at 9070 Kimberly Blvd, Suite 49, in Boca Hamptons Plaza, Boca Raton, FL 33434. From Stonebridge, along State Road 441 north of Glades Road, the drive is about 10 minutes and 5 miles. Questions before you visit? Call (754) 366-1425 and we will help you pick the right first class.

Near Stonebridge

State Road 441 north of Glades Road · Stonebridge Golf & Country Club

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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