Who we Are And why You Should Train Here

At AmeriKick Martial Arts in Langhorne, we are here for one reason:

To help children grow into confident, disciplined, and capable individuals.

Martial arts is the vehicle.
What we are really building is focus, respect, resilience, and leadership that carries into school, home, and life.

Since opening our doors in 2004, we have worked with thousands of families who wanted more than just an activity. They wanted structure. They wanted guidance. They wanted to feel confident in who their child was becoming.

That responsibility is something we take seriously.

Every class is designed with intention.
Every lesson is built around progress.
Every student is held to a standard because real confidence is earned.


Our Foundation

AmeriKick™ was founded in 1967 by Grandmaster Dennis Tosten and Master Sharon Tosten.

Over the past five decades, Grandmaster Tosten trained with some of the most respected martial artists in the world, including Ed Parker, Joe Lewis, Remy Presas, and Dr. Maung Gyi. Through that experience, he developed the AmeriKick™ Karate System by combining the most effective elements of Kenpo, Bando, Tae Kwon Do, Shotokan, Wushu, Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, Filipino Arnis, Boxing, Kickboxing, and Sport Karate.

Today, AmeriKick has grown to over 30 locations across PA, NJ, RI, FL, WI, NY, and MO.

As the organization has grown, the mission has remained consistent:

Combine great teaching with great martial arts and fitness.

That standard is what we uphold inside our school every day.


Our Philosophy

We believe confidence is built through consistent effort.
Discipline is developed through structure.
And growth happens when children are both supported and challenged.

At AmeriKick, students are not just learning techniques. They are learning how to:

  • Focus and follow directions
  • Manage emotions with self-control
  • Set goals and work toward them
  • Show respect at home, in school, and in their community

These are life skills that are taught, practiced, and reinforced in every class.


Meet the Owner

My name is Sensei Justin, and I am the owner of AmeriKick Martial Arts in Langhorne.

Martial arts has played a defining role in my life. It shaped not only my skill, but who I became as a leader, a parent, and a mentor. The lessons of perseverance, accountability, respect, and self-belief are the same lessons we work to develop in every student.

Since 2004, my mission has remained consistent:

To create an environment where children feel supported, challenged, and believed in.

Because when a child experiences that consistently, they begin to carry themselves differently. More confident. More focused. More responsible.


Our instructors are mentors first

They are trained to hold high standards, communicate clearly, and guide students with consistency. Every child is coached based on where they are, while being steadily guided toward who they are capable of becoming.


Who We Serve

We proudly serve families throughout our local community, including:

Levittown, Langhorne, Yardley, Morrisville, Fairless Hills, Bensalem, Newtown, Bristol, Croydon

Many of our families travel to us because they are looking for something more than just convenience.

They are looking for structure.
For consistency.
For a program that makes a real difference in their child’s life.


More Than Martial Arts

We are not here to simply teach punches and kicks.

We are here to help children build strong bodies, focused minds, and resilient character.

Families choose AmeriKick because they want something structured.
Something consistent.
Something that creates real, lasting growth.

And that is what we are committed to delivering.


Our Commitment to Families

This is not a short-term activity.
This is a long-term investment in your child’s development.

We work alongside parents to guide students through challenges, milestones, and growth that builds confidence over time. Every achievement is earned. Every step forward is meaningful.

You are not just enrolling in classes.

You are choosing an environment that will shape how your child thinks, behaves, and shows up in the world.

And we take that responsibility seriously

Get To Know Our World Class Instructors

Master Justin Smith Owner & Head Instructor

Master Justin Smith
Owner

7th Degree Black Belt

Sensei Justin has been training in martial arts for over 38 years, beginning at the age of 12. What started as an outlet quickly became a lifelong commitment that helped shape who he is today.

Growing up in a challenging environment, martial arts provided structure, discipline, and direction. Those early lessons now drive his mission as an instructor and mentor.

Since opening AmeriKick Langhorne in 2004, his focus has remained the same. To help children build confidence, develop discipline, and carry those lessons beyond the mat into school, home, and life. For Sensei Justin, the greatest measure of success is not just what students achieve in class, but who they become because of it.

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Sensei Andrew Bacchus Head Instructor

Sensei Andrew Bacchus
Head Instructor

4th Degree Black Belt

Sensei Andrew has been training at AmeriKick for over 20 years and has served as Head Instructor since 2018.

As one of Sensei Justin’s top students, his discipline, work ethic, and consistency have defined his journey from student to leader. He is known for his ability to connect with students while holding a high standard of focus and effort in every class.

Sensei Andrew is a well-rounded martial artist with experience in sport martial arts, sparring, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. He has competed at both national and international levels, bringing that experience into his teaching. His leadership sets the tone for the entire school.

Sensei Vincent Ireland Senior Instructor

Sensei Vincent Ireland
Senior Instructor

3rd Degree Black Belt

Sensei Vincent has been training in martial arts for over 10 years and serves as a Senior Instructor at AmeriKick Langhorne.

He is known for his strong presence on the mat, high energy, and ability to bring out the best in his students. His teaching style combines clear expectations with positive motivation, helping students stay engaged while pushing them to improve.

Students are naturally drawn to his classes, and he has become a favorite among families for his ability to connect, lead, and create a focused, encouraging training environment.

Ms. Candice Manager

Ms. Candice
Manager

Ms. Candice is the backbone of the day-to-day experience at AmeriKick Langhorne.

She oversees all operations, from supporting families and managing memberships to coordinating programs and ensuring everything runs smoothly behind the scenes. She is the primary point of contact for both parents and staff, and plays a critical role in maintaining the structure and organization that defines the school.

Families rely on her consistency, communication, and attention to detail. She helps ensure that every student and parent feels supported throughout their experience.

Sensei Dalia Instructor

Sensei Dalia

3rd Degree Black Belt 

Sensei Christian Instructor

Sensei Christian

2nd Degree Black Belt

Sensei Ellie Instructor

Sensei Ellie

2nd Degree Black Belt

Sensei Rhion Instructor

Sensei Rhion

2nd Degree Black Belt