Kids Karate
Kids Karate Classes in Waldorf, Maryland — Building Confident, Focused & Respectful Children
Trusted by families in Waldorf, St. Charles, Brandywine, and White Plains, our Karate programs helps children ages 4–17 build confidence, discipline, and lifelong character.
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The #1 Children’s Martial Arts Program in Waldorf, MD
Kids Karate Classes at Waldorf Martial Arts are Southern Maryland parents favorite choice because we focus on child development, not just kicks and punches. Our classes create positive change at home, in school, and in social settings—making martial arts one of the best investments you can make in your child’s future.
We have been serving families since 1987 throughout Charles County, including Waldorf, St. Charles, La Plata, Brandywine, and Hughesville.
How Karate Helps Children Succeed — In School, At Home, and In Life
1. Builds Confidence & Self-Esteem– Kids learn they’re capable of achieving big goals as they progress through belts. This confidence often leads to better school participation and stronger friendships.
2. Improves Focus, Grades & Classroom Behavior– Martial arts training strengthens listening skills, attention span, and self-control—skills teachers notice immediately.
3. Teaches Respect, Discipline & Responsibility– Our students learn to follow directions, show respect for parents and teachers, and take responsibility for their actions.
4. Encourages Fitness & Healthy Lifestyle Habits– A fun alternative to screens—martial arts improves balance, coordination, strength, flexibility, and overall health.
5. Reduces Stress & Helps with Emotional Regulation– Our classes are fun yet physically vigorous to help children relieve frustration, anxiety, and big emotions—at home and at school.
AGE-SPECIFIC KARATE PROGRAMS
Kids & Teen Karate Classes in Waldorf, MD
Lil’ Dragons (Ages 4–6)
Introductory martial arts with a focus on balance, coordination, and listening
Perfect for helping younger children develop focus and confidence
Youth Karate (Ages 7–12)
Curriculum promotes discipline, respect, and strong character
Kids stay motivated through belt progression and positive challenges
Teen Karate (Ages 13–17)
Builds leadership, resilience, fitness, and self-defense skills
Healthy alternative to screens, video games, and unstructured free time
After School Karate (Grades K through 5)
Teaches your child to learn about goal-setting by earning his/her Martial Arts Belts.
Teaches manners and respect while instilling discipline and focus.
Is great for fitness and exercise, channeling your child’s excess energy.
Sport and Karate Summer Camp
Campers build confidence, stay active, and have FUN with kids their own age?
Our campers stay busy with a variety of activities including Karate lessons, games, competitions, arts and crafts, field trips to parks, swimming pools, and indoor play parks, and much more.
A FAMILY-FOCUSED KARATE CENTER IN WALDORF
Safe, Supportive Training for Children of All Backgrounds
We specialize in teaching children and teens. We are full-time adult Martial Artists. We have undergone hundreds of hours of instruction to learn how to better teach preschoolers, elementary and middle school aged kids, and teens. We maintain a clean, professional, and welcoming environment where every student is treated with patience, encouragement, and respect.
Conveniently located near Berry Road, Crain Highway, and St. Charles Towne Center, with flexible class times for busy family schedules.
WHAT WALDORF PARENTS ARE SAYING
Real Reviews from Charles County Families
Myles was so lucky to be a part of your program and team which encouraged him to grow and learn respect, motivation and pride. It gave Myles the opportunity to enhance his self-esteem, courage and confidence. You gave him skills, experience, knowledge, trust and constant reassurance and encouragement that is absolutely priceless. We are eternally grateful for everything that you, your staff and instructors at WMA did for Myles throughout the years. Thank you for giving him this invaluable gift that will stay with him forever. You are truly a God sent.”- Sue S., Mother
“Mr. and Mrs. C,, I just wanted you both to know that you and your Taekwondo classes have been a major contribution to Erin’s success in school because of the discipline, concentration, consideration for others and goal setting that was taught to her at WMA. My advice to parents is that if you want to raise a child to be the child every parent wishes they had, the help, advice and values that you and your instructors instill in all your students, Taekwondo at WMA is where you should take them.“- “Grandma Pat”
“As a parent, if you are lucky, once in a lifetime your child will be exposed to people or an experience that will change their lives forever. You have done that repeatedly for Josh, and I am eternally grateful. My little boy he has grown into a young man with great morals, focus, and self-discipline. I frequently have people tell me what a great kid he is – and I immediately tell them its all thanks to you, at Waldorf Martial Arts. You have an awesome program that not only teaches kids a martial art, but to use it responsibly. By teaching the kids this, they learn focus and how to fit into today’s society. Whether you realize it or not, you are teaching not just Tae Kwon Do, you are teaching kids how to succeed in life. I wanted to ensure you knew just how much you are touching the young lives in our community. I am proud to know you and I am forever in your debt.” – Mark M., Father
“Dear Mrs. and Mr. Cavanaugh,
Throughout these past several years it was my distinct pleasure to watch my daughters, Ada and Josephine, training in your school under your and your instructors’ guidance. Seeing them become disciplined, self-assured, competitive, yet caring for others, young women, gives me an immense delight. You have been indispensable ingredient in the process of raising my daughters to be hard working, dedicated young members of the society and I am very thankful to you, your instructors, and your staff for aiding us in raising our daughters. Your leadership and commitment to your students’ achievement and betterment is second to none. With much appreciation,”– Andrzej M., father of Ada and Jo Jo
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