Business Details
Martial Arts Programs for Kids in Milton, ON
At Kicks For Kids, we specialize in delivering comprehensive martial arts training tailored for children and families. Our programs are designed to instill core values such as respect, discipline, and integrity through structured Taekwondo instruction. With a dedicated team of experienced instructors, we offer after-school programs that include transportation from local schools, ensuring a seamless transition from classroom to training. Our curriculum caters to all age groups, starting as young as three years old, and emphasizes both physical development and character building. We provide specialized classes for juniors, teens, and adults, each focusing on self-defense techniques, sparring, and traditional patterns. Our summer camps and birthday parties combine martial arts with recreational activities, creating engaging and memorable experiences.The Demo Team, led by Master Mackenzie Orpen, showcases the excitement of Taekwondo through dynamic performances. Our facility features a large training space equipped to accommodate diverse programs, including specialized training for competition-level students. We prioritize personalized attention, offering introductory classes that include high-quality uniforms to foster a sense of belonging. Our instructors bring decades of combined experience, ensuring a professional and supportive learning environment. We are committed to community engagement, offering year-round camps during school breaks and fostering leadership skills through advanced training programs.
Services
After School Program
Juniors Taekwondo
Lil' Dragons
Summer Camp
Birthday Parties
Teens & Adults Classes
Sparring Team Training
Demo Team Performances
Leadership Development
Boxercise Classes
Highlights and features
- We offer experienced Taekwondo instructors with over a decade of training and competition expertise.
- Our after-school program includes safe transportation from local schools to our facility.
- We emphasize character development alongside martial arts skills through structured curricula.
- We provide personalized introductory classes with high-quality uniforms included.
- Our Demo Team and competition-level sparring programs showcase advanced training opportunities.
What people say
Absolutely love it
Great with the kids
Learning great new things
Services
After School Program
Our After School Program provides structured martial arts training and supervised activities for school-age children. We offer transportation from local schools to our facility, followed by snack time and reading. Students train in classes tailored to their skill level, promoting physical fitness and character development through Taekwondo instruction.
Lil' Dragons
The Lil' Dragons program introduces children as young as three to martial arts fundamentals. Through engaging activities, students learn focus, teamwork, and basic kicking and punching techniques. This class emphasizes fun while developing motor skills and discipline, creating a foundation for future martial arts progression.
Summer Camp
Our Summer Camp combines daily Taekwondo training with recreational outings to local attractions. Each day features martial arts instruction, games, and a field trip, with one full-day excursion weekly. The program promotes physical activity, social skills, and summer learning through structured, supervised activities in a safe environment.
Birthday Parties
Birthday parties at Kicks For Kids include martial arts-themed games, team activities, and traditional celebrations. The event features 30 minutes of training room activities, pizza and cake in a dedicated party space, and a ceremonial cake-cutting with a samurai sword. Parties conclude with additional training room fun for all participants.
Teens & Adults Classes
Teens and Adults Classes focus on advanced Taekwondo techniques, sparring, and self-defense. These sessions include weapon defense training and pattern practice, with intensity levels tailored to older students. The curriculum emphasizes physical conditioning, mental discipline, and practical self-defense applications in a supportive, challenging environment.
People
Master Mackenzie Orpen
4th Dan Master Instructor
Master Orpen has trained in Taekwondo since 2006 and instructed since 2011. She leads the Kicks For Kids Demo Team and specializes in nunchuck techniques. Her expertise coordinates demonstrations and enhances camp events.
Master Jesse Spiers
5th Dan Master Instructor
Master Spiers, training since 2005 and instructing since 2008, serves as head instructor. He leads the sparring team and adult boxercise classes, combining extensive martial arts experience with dynamic teaching methods for advanced students.
Ben Ingles
3rd Dan Instructor
Ben Ingles has trained since 2006 and instructed since 2012. He manages all media content creation, including social media, newsletters, and website design. His technical expertise enhances the organization's digital presence and communication strategies.
Questions
What programs do you offer for young children?
Our Lil' Dragons program teaches martial arts basics to children as young as three through fun, structured activities focusing on focus and teamwork.
How do you handle after-school transportation?
We provide pickup from local schools using our own fleet of vehicles, transporting students directly to our facility for their scheduled programs.
What are your summer camp activities?
Daily Taekwondo training, martial arts games, and field trips to local attractions, including one full-day excursion weekly during our summer camp sessions.
Do you offer introductory classes for new students?
Yes, we provide paid introductory classes with uniforms included, plus free trial options for students to experience our training environment.
What special events do you host?
We organize birthday parties with martial arts games and ceremonies, plus Demo Team performances showcasing advanced techniques and skills.
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