After School Karate
Transported After School Karate Program
FOR KINDERGARTNERS TO 5TH GRADERS!
Waldorf’s first and longest running After-School Karate Program!
Transportation is provided from your child’s school to our martial arts training center!
THE NUMBER ONE PROGRAM IN SOUTHERN MARYLAND FOR ELEMENTARY-AGED CHILDREN!
(NOTE: WE NO LONGER PICK UP AT MIDDLE-SCHOOLS)
“It’s fun for the kids as much it is a learning experience . . . All the instructors are great!” -Tom S., Father of Andrew, age 7
Parents: Don’t let your child waste precious after-school time surfing the net or hanging out. Instead, keep them learning and growing with our After School Karate Classes!
Our After-School Martial Arts classes:
- Teaches manners and respect while instilling discipline and focus.
- Are great for fitness and exercise, channeling your child’s excess energy.
- Teaches your child to learn about goal-setting by earning his/her Martial Arts Belts.
You won’t find another activity that does this!
- Our teachers are certified Black Belt Master instructors with many years of experience teaching kids.
- Our Classes are divided out by age groups to optimize learning processes needed at various ages.
- Our Classes inspire kids to do their best.
- We give recognition based on earned achievement. We give out special academic achievement awards for children who get on the honor roll (A’s and B’s) at school. We give out another award for straight “A”s. These awards will always be given in front of the whole student body with applause. In addition, we teach Traditional Taekwon-Do, as such, we are NOT a belt factory. We will not put a rank belt on anyone who hasn’t earned it.
- We provide FREE transportation from your child’s school to our Martial Arts school as a courtesy. Our Drivers have been vetted via Maryland Criminal Background? Checks. They have been vetted via the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration for a clean driving record. They are CPR/First Aid Certified through the Red Cross.
- Our school is family owned and operated since 1987. As parents ourselves, we know what you want for your kids.
Unsolicited letter excerpt from mother of an after school student: “Your program is phenomenal and 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. You have left an incredible impression on Myles and you have planted a seed that I continue to see grow and shine as Myles embarks on these new Chapters in his life. Thank you for giving him this invaluable gift that will stay with him forever. You are truly a God sent.”- Sue S., Mother
See more unsolicited letters we’ve received: https://waldorfmartialarts.com/testimonials/
Our After-school Martial Arts course is NOT day-care, and we do not intend it to be. Our sole purpose and intent is to teach quality martial arts. This is NOT the program for your child if all you want is After-School Care. However, it is a constructive alternative for kids who are interested in martial arts. Students in this program will learn valuable leadership skills, sportsmanship, and they will get in excellent physical condition by daily training. We are a true Martial Arts School, not a daycare, and as such we are not in the supervision and care business but rather, the talent and skill business. We pick up from most Waldorf-Area Public Elementary Schools and Saint Peters Catholic School.
We are NOT in the supervision and care business!
Once the children get to our school, they stow their book bags and lunch boxes, go to the bathroom, and get changed into their taekwondo suit. They then wait in the lobby for class to start. While they are waiting, they can talk among themselves, do their homework, and eat a snack they brought with them (or buy a pre-packaged snack from a vending machine.) We do NOT provide snacks or dairy products (milk before a Taekwondo workout is not a good idea anyway). We DO provide a quiet room to do their homework, but our staff is NOT qualified to give homework help. We do NOT provide tutoring. In addition, students do NOT need to go outside for exercise. They get their exercise in class. Once the children have taken their karate lesson, they get changed back into their school clothes and wait for their parents to pick them up. We provide activities and games they can play while waiting to be picked up. Electronics are NOT allowed while they wait to be picked up. We do NOT offer before-school karate.
We ARE in the talent and skill business!
The only reason to use our program is to learn the Martial Arts and its tenants that we teach: Exercise, Discipline, Respect, Manners, Self Defense, and Self Esteem through earning Belt Ranks found nowhere else. Some of the benefits students can expect to receive are Awesome Cross-training, Builds Self-Confidence, Enhances Balance, Hones Agility, Develops Flexibility, Sharpens Reactions, Improves Speed, perfects coordination skills, and more!
Register Now! 301-645-1650
The Waldorf Martial Arts Transported After-School Karate Program is modeled after the original After-School Karate Program by Master Jim King in South Florida with free transportation provided, a constructive alternative to daycare, extended day & babysitting.
This is a week to week program. This is not a daycare! Our sole purpose & intent is Karate Instruction.
- Free Transportation provided from Waldorf-Area Elementary Schools to our Martial Art School.
- Students will get daily exercise, learn discipline, manners, respect for teachers and parents as well as other students and themselves. They will learn self defense and temper management (how to win and lose gracefully). Most importantly, they will learn self-esteem through competition and earning belt ranks found nowhere else, which carries over into school & sports.
- The After-School Karate Program is a year round program which includes Summer Karate Sports Camp (additional fees). 301-645-1650 today to register!
SCHOOLS WE CURRENTLY PICK UP FROM:
- Arthur Middleton Elementary School
- Berry Elementary School
- Billingsley Elementary School
- C. Paul Barnhart Elementary School
- Daniel of St. Thomas Jenifer Elementary School
- Dr. Gustavus Brown Elementary School
- Dr. Samuel A. Mudd Elementary School
- Eva Turner Elementary School
- J.P. Ryon Elementary School
- Mary B. Neal Elementary School
- William A. Diggs Elementary School
- William B. Wade Elementary School
- St. Peters Catholic Church
CAMP REGISTRATION FEE
- New Students- $180 (or 5 monthly payments of $40). Family of 2 or more students- $150 each (or 7 payments of $45).
- Returning Students- $90 for primary child. $55 for each additional child. (does not include outgrown gear, which must be purchased separately.)
- Registration Fee includes uniform and sparring gear package (Protective gear for head, hands, feet, mouthpiece, and mesh carrying bag)
- Registration Fee is non-refundable
WEEKLY TUITION PAYMENT AND ADDITIONAL FEES
- Auto debit ONLY (checking acct or credit card)- $99.00
- Family auto debit (2 children)/(3 children)- $180/$255
- First week tuition must be paid at enrollment to secure your child’s spot.
- Weekly Tuition must be paid one week in advance (Payments are due on Friday for the following week)
- Discounted Family Memberships are also available.
ADDITIONAL FEES
- Late Pick Up (after 6:35 – 6:45 )- $10
- No call/no show or return pick up fee- $30
- Pick Ups for extra After School Academics $30/week.
CLOSURES
- No Charge for early dismissal days or teacher in-service days
- Closed for Federal Holidays & Bad Inclement Weather
- Open for teacher in-service days from 8:00 am to 6:30 pm
- School routes will be determined by registration