Confident Kids Start Here
Every parent wants the same things for their child: confidence to stand tall, focus to follow through, and the character to do the right thing. At Mercer Island Martial Arts in Mercer Island, WA, our preschool and kids martial arts programs build all three, one class at a time. Your child learns real skills and lasting life skills in a structured, encouraging environment led by Krista Wells and our certified staff. This is where the search ends and the decision begins, so let us help you get your child started.
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Where the Skills Show Up: Home, School, and Community
For both our preschoolers and our school-age children, the goal is the same: build life skills and character developmental skills that show up in the three places that matter most in a child's world.
At Home
Your child practices listening to parents, good hygiene, keeping their room clean, taking responsibility for their belongings, and participating in family activities. Parents tell us these are often the first changes they notice.
In School or Daycare
Training reinforces following directions, focus, goal setting, and emotional self-control, the ability to handle frustration and disappointment without overreacting.
In the Community
Your child develops giving back, kindness, empathy and sympathy for others, and clear, respectful communication.
What Your Child Gains
Our programs are built around the developing blocks that create leaders and strong character. Children grow in focus that carries into the classroom, confidence that shows up on the playground, and respect and self-control that make a real difference at home. Along the way they get stronger, more coordinated, and genuinely excited to come back. Belt progression gives them clear goals to work toward and the pride of earning every rank.
A Program Built for How Kids Learn
Classes are organized by age and ability so your child is always challenged at the right level and never lost in a group that moves too fast or too slow. Whether your child is a preschooler just starting out or a school-age student ready for more, instruction is hands-on, positive, and structured, with clear expectations and steady encouragement. Parents are welcome to watch and see the progress for themselves week after week.
Every Child Is Welcome
No matter your child's age, skill level, or physical ability, we have a place for them. Our instructors have experience supporting children diagnosed with ADD, ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, and other challenges. We embrace diversity and inclusivity so every child can flourish.
Your Child's First Class
Getting started is simple. Your child's first visit is a friendly introduction to our floor, our instructors, and the basics, with no pressure and no experience needed. We will help you find the right class time and answer every question before you commit to anything.
Ready to Help Your Child Get Started?
Book a first class today and see how Mercer Island Martial Arts helps children build confidence, focus, and character.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers for parents interested in preschool and kids martial arts at Mercer Island Martial Arts in Mercer Island, WA.
Mercer Island Martial Arts in Mercer Island, WA offers programs for preschoolers around ages 4 to 6 and school-age children around ages 7 to 12, with classes grouped by age and ability so every child trains at the right level.
The preschool program focuses on listening, coordination, and basic skills through play, while the school-age program goes deeper into character, self-discipline, and life skills. Both build confidence and focus at an age-appropriate pace.
Children practice listening to parents, good hygiene, keeping their room clean, taking responsibility, and joining in family activities. These are often the first changes parents in Mercer Island, WA notice.
Training reinforces following directions, focus, goal setting, and emotional self-control, which help your child thrive in a structured learning environment whether in daycare or the classroom.
Emotional self-control is the ability to handle frustration and disappointment without overreacting. We build it through routine, clear expectations, and steady encouragement, so children learn to pause and respond calmly.
Children develop giving back, kindness, empathy and sympathy, and respectful communication. These traits make them great community members and great people to be around.
Beyond martial arts, your child builds respect, courtesy, integrity, honesty, self-discipline, listening skills, organization, structure, indomitable spirit, and the confidence to say no to unhealthy peer pressure.
No experience is needed. Every child starts as a beginner, and Krista Wells and our staff guide each student step by step from their very first class.
Your child's first visit is a friendly, no-pressure introduction to our floor, our instructors, and the basics. We will answer your questions and help you find the right class time before you decide anything.
Call (206) 230-9050 or complete the form on this page to schedule a first class. We will help you choose a class time that fits your family's schedule in Mercer Island, WA.
Pricing depends on the program and schedule that fit your child best. Call (206) 230-9050 or fill out the form and we will walk you through the options for Mercer Island, WA.
Most students train 2 times per week. We will help you build a schedule that keeps your child progressing while fitting your family's routine.
Many parents report better focus, better listening, and better grades after their child starts training, because concentration grows with the consistent practice every class provides.
Yes. Our curriculum includes bully awareness and situational awareness, and the confidence kids build helps them set boundaries and handle conflict calmly, avoiding trouble whenever possible.
Yes. Children learn age-appropriate self-defense along with how to recognize and avoid danger first, gaining both the awareness to stay safe and the ability to protect themselves if they ever need to.
The structure, clear expectations, and physical activity give children with ADD and ADHD a positive outlet and regular practice at focus and self-control. Our instructors have experience supporting these children.
Many parents tell us yes. The respect, courtesy, and listening practiced in class carry over to better behavior, more responsibility, and more patience at home.
Yes. Children train alongside peers in a respectful, encouraging environment that builds friendships, teamwork, and the confidence to interact with others.
Children advance through the ranks by learning and demonstrating new skills. Each stripe and belt gives your child a clear goal to work toward and the pride of earning every rank.
Yes. Our instructors have experience supporting children with ADD, ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, and other needs. We welcome you to talk with Krista Wells about your child.
Comfortable clothing they can move in is perfect for a first visit. A uniform is provided once your child enrolls at Mercer Island Martial Arts.
We make it easy to get started with a no-pressure first class. Call (206) 230-9050 or fill out the form and we will share any current introductory offers available in Mercer Island, WA.