How far is Xcel Martial Arts from The Seasons?

About 14 minutes by car, roughly 7 miles. We are at 9070 Kimberly Blvd, Suite 49, in Boca Hamptons Plaza, Boca Raton. Most families find it a comfortable drive straight from school pickup.

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, Warriors covers 7 to 12, and Teens and Adults starts at 13.

Is the first class really free?

Yes. Your child from The Seasons can try a full class free with no commitment. It is the best way to see how they respond to the coaching before you decide anything.

Can we make classes after school?

Yes, the schedule is built for it. Monday to 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 there is a slot that fits right after pickup.

Is martial arts safe for a total beginner?

Very. Classes are small, beginners are coached step by step by head instructor Maria Bacchetta and her team, and kids only move into sparring in Warriors Advanced, after they have earned the fundamentals.

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Kids Martial Arts for The Seasons Families

Xcel Martial Arts is a 14 minute drive from The Seasons, with small classes led by head instructor Maria Bacchetta. Your child's first class is free, no commitment.

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Why The Seasons Parents Choose Martial Arts

Resilience is the one thing the 24-hour manned gate at The Seasons cannot hand your kids. Life inside the community off Clint Moore Road near Jog Road is safe, calm, and beautifully kept, and that is exactly why so many parents here look for a place where their children can practice struggling, failing, and getting back up. On the mat at Xcel Martial Arts, that practice happens every single week, in a room built for it.

The drive is easy. Xcel Martial Arts sits about 14 minutes from The Seasons, roughly 7 miles from your gate to Boca Hamptons Plaza on Kimberly Blvd. Classes are small on purpose, so head instructor Maria Bacchetta and her team can coach each child through the moment a technique gets hard instead of letting them quietly give up. Kids learn that frustration is not a stop sign, it is the start of progress.

The kicks and punches are just the tools. What The Seasons kids actually take home is a stronger spine, the habit of trying again after a miss, and the quiet confidence that comes from earning something week by week. If you have been looking for an after school activity that builds character instead of just burning energy, the free trial class is the easiest way to see it for yourself.

Resilience

Kids in The Seasons grow up with a lot handled for them, which is a gift and a risk at the same time. Martial arts gives them a safe place to struggle. A belt test that must be earned, a kick that will not land right the first twenty tries, a drill that leaves them out of breath. They learn to meet difficulty without melting down, and that skill follows them into every classroom and friendship.

Courage

Courage in a child rarely looks dramatic. It looks like raising a hand in class, standing up straight in front of a group, or trying a new move while everyone watches. In our small classes, kids from The Seasons get dozens of tiny courage reps every week. Head instructor Maria Bacchetta keeps the room encouraging, so being brave feels normal instead of scary, and that bravery starts showing up at school too.

Focus

Between school, screens, and a packed family calendar, sustained attention is the hardest thing to teach at home. A martial arts class demands it naturally. Kids have to watch a demonstration, remember a sequence, and control their bodies all at once. Families in The Seasons may notice the difference first at homework time, when a child who used to bounce off the walls at 4 PM can actually sit and finish something.

Calm Under Pressure

Sparring drills, belt promotions, and partner work all put kids in mild, controlled pressure with an instructor right beside them. Over time they learn to breathe, think, and respond instead of panicking. That composure is worth more than any trophy. Whether it is a big test, a tryout, or a tough moment with friends, a child who has practiced staying calm on the mat carries that steadiness home to The Seasons.

Programs for The Seasons Kids

Every age group from The Seasons has a clear home at Xcel. Three and four year olds start in Ninjas, building movement and coordination through games. Five and six year olds move into Eagles for foundational strikes, blocks, stances, and teamwork. Kids seven to twelve join Warriors Basic for kickboxing and martial arts fundamentals and their first belt promotions, then graduate to Warriors Advanced at purple belt and up for sparring and competition prep. Teens thirteen and older, and parents too, can train Kickboxing, Muay Thai, and MMA in the Teens and Adults class.

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 The Seasons

Xcel Martial Arts is at 9070 Kimberly Blvd, Suite 49, in Boca Hamptons Plaza, Boca Raton, FL 33434. From The Seasons, off Clint Moore Road near Jog Road, plan on about 14 minutes and roughly 7 miles door to door. It is an easy run after school pickup, and weekday classes are timed so you can leave the gate and still arrive with time to spare. Questions on the way? Call (754) 366-1425.

Near The Seasons

Clint Moore Road near Jog Road · 24-hour manned gate

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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