#1
    Child Development Center of the Year (skillzworldwide.com)
    #1
    Best Martial Arts School in NJ (businessrate.com)
    For Preschool & Daycare Directors

    Your Preschool is more than just child care, it's a place where learning actually happens

    ZENTAI Kids brings a 30-minute weekly Essential Skill Building Program to your school. We handle everything except the room. You get a tour-selling feature parents talk about.

    Who We Are

    Founded by educators. Four NJ schools. One national award.

    ZENTAI is a network of five training centers — four in New Jersey (Belleville, Clifton, Hackensack, and North Arlington) and our flagship non-profit location in Licey, Dominican Republic. Founded by Naomy DePena, an experienced educator specializing in special needs, and Master Allen DePena, a specialist in using martial arts as a child development tool. Together they built an Essential Skill Building Program custom designed for preschools.

    #1
    Child Development Center of the Year
    #1
    Best Martial Arts School in NJ
    5.0★
    1,339 Google reviews
    What's Included

    Almost zero lift on your side.

    We bring
    • Certified, background-checked instructors
    • $2M / $4M liability insurance (your school named additional insured)
    • Abuse & molestation coverage rider
    • All mats, spots, pads, training equipment
    • Belts only — no uniforms, zero teacher burden
    • 10-week curriculum aligned to the Focus Formula
    • Parent enrollment, billing, communication
    • Weekly video updates sent to parents
    • End-of-session belt promotion ceremony
    You provide
    • A room (any multipurpose area)
    • 30 minutes per week on your schedule
    • Flyers in cubbies (we provide them)
    • Intro email to parents (we draft it)
    • One 15-minute parent info session
    • That's it.
    Safety

    Every box checked. Documentation on request.

    We send our full safety packet to any director who requests it — insurance certificates, background check protocol, and credentials.

    • Background checks on every instructor
    • $2M / $4M liability insurance + abuse/molestation rider
    • CPR & First Aid certified
    • SafeSport trained
    • Two-deep leadership at every class
    • Non-contact curriculum at this age
    How the money works

    $200 per 10-week session. One SKU.

    That's $20 per class, all in. No add-ons, no hidden fees, no monthly subscription. Parents enroll and pay us directly — your school never touches money.

    $200
    per 10-week session
    • ✓ Belt and welcome packet
    • ✓ Weekly video clips of their child
    • ✓ End-of-session belt promotion ceremony
    • ✓ All equipment provided
    • ✓ All parent communication handled by us
    What Your School Gets

    This isn't a vendor relationship. It's a partnership.

    Tour-selling feature

    A unique program directors can point to on every prospect tour.

    Director & staff appreciation

    Spa gift cards and sponsored team lunches throughout the year.

    Revenue share or flat stipend

    Pick whichever model works better for your school.

    Two free family-day events

    Per year — built to drive enrollment and retention for your school.

    Scholarship slots

    Funded through Martial Arts For All, our 501(c)(3) nonprofit arm.

    Real partnership

    We're in the relationship business — not vendors passing through.

    Director FAQ

    Everything directors ask before saying yes.

    What age does this serve?+
    Children ages 2½ through 5. No specific style is taught at this age — the focus is essential skills.
    How many kids per class?+
    Minimum 6, target 10–12, maximum 15.
    How many kids should my center have?+
    Best fit is centers with 40+ children in the 2½–5 band.
    What if a child doesn't participate one day?+
    They stay with their teacher that day. No pressure, no drama.
    Do parents attend?+
    No. Class happens mid-day during your normal schedule.
    Sample Class

    Book a free 15-minute sample class.

    We'll come to your school, run a session with your kids, and answer every question. No commitment.

    Goes directly to family@zentai.us. Response within one business day.

    Call Now — (201) 431-5425