Happy Halloween!
Kick or Treat - 2 Free Trial Classes
Since 2005, our martial arts program has been teaching much more than just self-defense. We teach focus & concentration for better grades, respect for improved behavior, and fitness for health and wellness. And, of course, every class is a ton of FUN!
Check out out schedule below and then take advantage of our online special!
Schedule for students (Ages 5 & 6).
Tuesday: 5:30 p.m.
Wednesday: 3:45 p.m.
Thursday: 3:30 p.m.
Saturday: 10:30 a.m.
Our programs start at five years old, but we will evaluate children as young as four and a half to see if they are ready for classs.
Schedule for junior students (Ages 7+).
Monday: 6:30 p.m.
Tuesday: 4:30 p.m.
Thursday: 5:00 p.m.
Saturday: 9:45 a.m.
If you would like to take advantage of our online introductory special: 2 FREE Trial Classes, simply click the button above and enter your contact information. There is no purchase required and no further obligation after your trial classes.
*Offer available to new students only. May not be combined with other offers, fundraisers, introductory specials, Valentines cards, or V.I.P. gift cards. Offer limited to one 2-lesson trial offer per child per household. Please call us at 908-464-2836 with any questions or to schedule your child's pre-evaluation after completing the checkout process. Offer cannot be applied retroactively to current introductory programs. Martial Arts for Life is not responsible for typographical errors on this website.
Limited Time Offer - Expires Soon!
.5 Reasons why Martial Arts for Life is widely considered the #1 school for kids in the area.
1. Age-appropriate Curriculum and Instruction: We offer a modern age-appropriate curriculum that offers not only the most immediate self-defense application for our students, but is specifically designed to improve coordination, balance, agility, memory-skills and strength. Our teching methodology, developed over the past 20+ years, promotes a fun, supportive environment with structure and discipline at it's core.
2. Our Alliance with Martial Artists Against Bullying: Martial Arts for Life is the only local martial arts school that is a member of the Martial Artists Against Bullying initiative. It is the mission of MAAB to educate, inform & eradicate bullying. We teach our students Awareness, Avoidance & Assertiveness. Additionally, in our classes we address specific bullying scenarios and teach proven strategies and techniques how to address these situations when they arise.
3. We are Experienced & Certified: Most folks are unaware that the martial arts industry is completely unregulated. Not even a simple background check is required for someone to rent space, lay down mats and start teaching your child. Martial Arts for Life has been serving the local community since 2005 and our owners have a combined total of 40+ years experience teaching martial arts. Our chief instructor is certified by the Martial Arts Teachers' Association.
4. Our Life Skills & Character Education Program: Through systematic instruction, accompanied by exercises in the lessons of respect, discipline, focus, persistence, leadership and confidence our students gain the knowledge and ability to apply the life skills we teach them consistently and effectively in their day-to-day lives. Most of our Martial Arts for Life parents name this as their favorite part of the program! We are the only martial arts school to ever have aspects of their character education program featured in SUCCESS Magazine ("Goal Driven." February 2014).
5. We Are Parents, Too: We live in and serve the local community. As parents, we are faced with the same concerns as you: How to raise our children to be happy, well adjusted, productive members of society. We treat each child in our program with the same care and concern we would treat ours with. We use martial arts as a vehicle to help our young students to be their highest and best selves.
Family Owned & Operated
Martial Arts for Life has been family owned and operated by Master & Mrs. Brugger since 2005. Martial Arts for Life serves New Providence NJ, Berkeley Heights NJ, Summit NJ and all surrounding areas.
Martial Artists Against Bullying
Martial Arts for Life is a member of the Martial Artists Against Bullying initiative. It is the mission of MAAB to educate, inform & eradicate bullying. We teach our students Awareness, Avoidance & Assertiveness.
Featured in SUCCESS Magazine
Martial Arts for Life was featured in the February issue of SUCCESS Magazine. In the article, "Goal Driven," our work with our students on goal setting, character education and life-skills is discussed. Click here to read the article!
Character Training / Development
- Good Attitude: Teaches benefits of having the right attitude for success.
- Good Habits: Teaches practical ways to to develop self-discipline, responsibility and focus.
- Good Self-Control: Teaches practical ways to control and channel emotions.
- Good Manners: Emphasizes the benefits of courtesy and respect.
School Safe / Street Safe
- ABC's of Conflict Avoidance: Primarily teaches avoidance strategies.
- Stranger Alert: Teaches how to identify a lure and what to do.
- Five Rules of Personal Safety: Teaches what to do when confronted and how to resolve the situation peacefully.
- Trust Your Intuition: Teaches practical techniques to fine tune awareness.
What Our Students Say...
"WE COULD NOT MORE HIGHLY RECOMMEND THEM..."
People always ask me what my 'mom' secret is for raising such a happy, responsibl
The Martial Arts for Life program gives your child the tools and the skills to make good choices, and the ability to walk away from bad ones which is the cornerston
This program has had a very profound positive and visible effect on my child's life and on our family, and we could not more highly recommend them.
- Mrs. Morgan, New Providence NJ
What Our Students Say...
"THIS PROGRAM CONTINUES TO EXCEED MY EXPECTATIONS..."
I cannot properly express how grateful I am for the Martial Arts for Life program. Initially I signed my seven year-old boy up because I felt the program would help him learn how to focus better. Soon after, my ten year-old attended the program as his brother's "buddy," was hooked, and signed up immediately. Both boys continue to thrive at Martial Arts for Life, and we continue to exuberantly promote this program.
I have found that, unlike our previous Martial Arts experience, the Martial Arts for Life program has been enormously positive for our family. Master & Mrs. Brugger are gifted teachers. They kindly encourage our children, creating a fun atmosphere while maintaining a level of controlled respect. They have helped our sons set and achieve realistic goals. They reinforce the importance of honor, respect, self-confidence, and helping others. This point is evident from the beautiful and powerful creed, which the boys recite in every class, to the charitable events, which Martial Arts for Life promotes. Master & Mrs. Brugger emphasize the importance of Leading By Example, and I believe them to be strong role models for my children.
As a parent, I personally look forward to each class. I enter Martial Arts for Life with my sons, we are greeted with warmth and the boys happily step into their routine. I feel that with each class, both boys are positively and appropriately challenged by their thoughtful curriculum, and rewarded with the pride of knowing that they are achieving success while looking forward to their next goal. This program continues to exceed my expectations and the life long lessons my children are learning extend well beyond the studio walls. Bravo Martial Arts for Life!
-Mrs. Anne Taggart, Summit NJ
What Our Students Say...
"THIS PLACE IS BEYOND PHENOMENAL!"
This place is beyond phenomenal! My son has been a student for over a year and a half and still runs to every class. Master & Mrs. B have created a warm, creative and supportive environment for their students to learn and grow. So happy we found Martial Arts for Life.
-Mrs. Shannon O'Reilly, Chatham NJ
What Our Students Say...
"POSITIVE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT..."
Martial Arts for Life has improved my daughter's focus and her determination to accomplish goals. She is more responsible and conscientious and far more aware of her surroundings. Martial Arts for Life provides a successful methodology for improving focus, awareness, and self-discipline that spreads to other aspects of life outside the class.
The positive learning environment provided by Master & Mrs. Brugger is a huge part of their success and the reason my daughter loves the program.
-Daniella Gogliormella, New Providence, NJ
What Our Students Say...
"WONDERFUL PROGRAM..."
We joined Martial Arts for Life a few months ago and in a very short time Jonathan showed great improvement in the area of self-control. Mrs. and Master B. are an incredible positive influence and are perfect role models.
We are so grateful for the impact they have on Jonathan. It makes us feel terrific when he is excited to go to class and to see how happy he is after class. More than anything, we are so proud to see a marked improvement in Jonathan's social skills which has helped him broaden his social network.
We would highly recommend Martial Arts for Life for their wonderful program which is built on character building.
Thank you for all that you do every day.
With sincere appreciation,
-Kris & Seb Kubas, New Providence, NJ
1260 Springfield Ave., New Providence, NJ
In The Village Shopping Center
(908) 464 - 2836
