Programs — Adult & Kids Karate, Afterschool, Summer Camp

Ages 15 & up · Beginner to black belt

Adult Karate

A full curriculum of adult karate and martial-arts instruction in a safe, friendly environment. Beginners start with basic blocks, kicks, punches, and grabs; as you progress you'll master spinning and jumping techniques, take-downs, and ground work — always grounded in the philosophy of self-defense.

Karate isn't a sport. The focus is teaching you to move, block, and counter with hard-hitting, disabling techniques that turn the tables on an attacker so you're not the victim. The training itself is a circuit-style, whole-body workout — rapid arm movements, kicking, punching, and blocking that builds balance, agility, and strength while you lose weight and get in shape.

◆Group classes — one hour, offered multiple days a week.
◆Private instruction — flexible day and time, a half hour of concentrated one-on-one training.
◆Class times: Mon, Wed, Thu · 6:30–7:15 PM.

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Adult and teen black belt students with their instructor

Children's program · Three age tiers

Kids Karate

In children's classes the focus is on a positive, confident outlook — because self-confidence and self-discipline are the most valuable skills we can teach a child. Students are grouped so everyone progresses at their own pace and skill level.

◆4–8 Beginner / Intermediate / Advanced — fundamentals, basic fitness and stretching, working alone and in small groups, plus technique practice on assistant instructors and bags.
◆Ages 9 and up — more physically demanding, always partnered up, with more sparring and bag work. Stronger students begin learning adult Karate techniques.

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Why parents enroll

What karate builds in a kid

The benefits reach well past the dojo floor — into school, home, and how a child carries themselves.

Physical fitness

Cardio, strength, and flexibility training rolled into every class.

Discipline & self-control

Respect for others and control of their own actions — habits that carry into school and home.

Confidence & self-esteem

Setting and reaching goals, and learning to defend themselves, builds real self-reliance.

Social skills

Working with other kids develops communication, teamwork, and a sense of belonging.

Coordination & balance

Agility and body awareness that support nearly every other activity.

Stress relief

A healthy outlet for pent-up energy and a way to learn to manage stress.

Focus & concentration

Training demands attention — and that focus becomes a transferable skill.

Fun & engagement

Games and activities designed to be genuinely enjoyable while still teaching skills.

Personal growth

A real sense of accomplishment as students rank up and hit their goals.

Ages 5–12 · Beginner friendly

Kids Jiu Jitsu

A grappling-based martial art that teaches kids how to stay safe and in control on the ground — where many real scuffles end up. Through leverage, position, and technique, smaller students learn to defend themselves without relying on size or strength.

Beyond self-defense, Jiu Jitsu is one of the best confidence builders for children. It rewards patience and problem-solving, gives kids a healthy outlet for energy, and teaches respect and composure under pressure — all in a safe, supervised, encouraging room.

◆Live, controlled practice with similar-age, similar-size partners.
◆Anti-bullying skills — control a situation without throwing a punch.
◆Builds focus, discipline, and real physical confidence.

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Kids practicing Brazilian Jiu Jitsu on the mat

Adults grappling during a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu class

Ages 13+ · All levels

Teen / Adult Jiu Jitsu

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is widely regarded as one of the most effective martial arts for real self-defense — built on the idea that a smaller, weaker person can control and defend against a larger, stronger opponent using leverage, technique, and ground control.

Classes combine drilling and live rolling so you develop practical skill fast. It's also a phenomenal full-body workout that builds strength, mobility, and endurance, with a supportive training community whether your goal is self-defense, fitness, or competition.

◆Beginner-friendly fundamentals plus live, controlled rolling.
◆Real ground-defense skills that work regardless of size.
◆One of the best conditioning workouts you'll find.

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State-licensed school-age childcare since 2000

Kids Afterschool

Our state-licensed school-age childcare program is built for working parents who want their kids in a safe, structured, and nurturing place between the final bell and the end of the workday. We've run it at the same location since 2000.

Open from After School to 6 PM

◆Free pickup from select Troy-area schools.
◆After-school snacks and supervised homework assistance.
◆Martial-arts and fitness activities.
◆Board games, arts and crafts, movies, reading, and iPads with restricted internet.
◆Experienced, reliable staff in a safe, structured environment.

Licensed Michigan Child Development & Care Provider #234277

Kids reading together in the afterschool program

After School Pickup · Troy, MI

School Pickup Locations

We provide free transportation from participating Troy-area schools to our facility. Parents may pick up children as late as 6:15 PM with no additional charge.

Preschool Pickup

◆Troy MI Early Childhood Center

Elementary Schools

◆Barnard Elementary School
◆Costello Elementary School
◆Leonard Elementary School
◆Morse Elementary School
◆Troy Union Elementary School
◆Wass Elementary School
◆Wattles Elementary School

Middle Schools

◆Boulan Middle School
◆Baker Middle School
◆Larson Middle School
◆Smith Middle School

Additional School

◆Holy Family Regional School (Rochester Hills)

MI state-licensed day camp

Summer Camp

A full-day summer camp for school-age children of working parents — a safe, structured, and nurturing place to spend the days while school is out. All of our staff are black belts who love working with kids.

MI State-Licensed School-Aged Childcare · no contracts.

◆Fun, educational daily field trips — parks, beaches, movies, skating, bowling, and more.
◆Daily martial-arts or fitness classes at no extra charge.
◆Physical games and creative arts and crafts.
◆Healthy snacks and supervised activities all day.
◆Spacious facility with a games area, craft room, and video-game room.

Licensed Michigan Child Development & Care Provider #0192007

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Programs for every age.