2009 Summer Programs for Kids

Philosophy Towards Teaching:

The emphasis of the children's class is to create a positive learning environment in which students can safely learn martial arts. Every child is different, but all students are encouraged to do the best they can to reach their individual potential. Through listening and putting effort into every class children will develop physically (increased strength, flexibility, balance and coordination) and mentally (increased confidence, determination, patience and self-esteem). The mental and physical discipline they develop will serve them throughout their lives.

Program Description

Our summer program is designed for students (ages 7-16) who range from beginner to black belt. This one-week program will include 15 hours of kung fu training, and will be taught by Mark Carletti, Ph.D., Tufts University (5th Degree Black Belt) and Karen Gutterman (1st Degree Black Belt.) With hard work, focus and dedication to practice a student can accomplish in one week, what would normally take 2-3 months in regular classes during the school year. The student will enjoy themselves with fun activities that develop better focus and concentration, increase physical coordination, flexibility and confidence, and help teach values of patience, respect & discipline.

3 hrs. Sample Day at Summer Program

0:00 Arrive for Lesson

0:10 Warmup

0:25 Extra Stretching

0:40 Jumping Drills

1:00 Kicks & Jump Kicks

1:15 5-minute fun drill (relay races)

1:20 15 min Break juice & snack

1:35 Forms

2:00 Weapons

2:25 Rolls & Cartwheels

2:40 Games (or obstacle course)

3:00 End lesson, prepare to be picked up

 

Fees & Registration

Note: Students are encouraged to register now, as space will be limited to 16-20 students.

New Students (non-DSMA students)

1 Week Session = $235 ($215 for early registration before April 15th , Save $20)

Additional Weeks = $215/week ($195 for early registration before April 15th , Save $20)

 

Current and Former DSMA Students Save Additional $20 per week

1 Week Session = $215 ($195 for early registration before April 15th , Save $20)

Additional Weeks = $195/week ($175 for early registration before April 15th , Save $20)

Payment

A deposit of 50% of the full amount will be due at registration. Full payment for the summer sessions is due 2 weeks prior to the session. No refunds will be given after June 1st.

Summer Program Schedule

Session# Dates Times

Week 1- June29-July3 - 2pm-5pm (this session is Full)

Week 2 - July 6- July 10 - 2pm-5pm (1-4 Spots Remaining)

Week 3 - July 13- July 17 - 2pm-5pm (6-10 Spots Remaining)

**Week 4 - Aug 24- Aug 28 - 9:30am-12:30pm (this session is Full)

**Week 5 - Aug 31- Sept 4 - 9:30am-12:30pm (this session is Full)

** Note - Weeks 4 and 5 will be limited to 16 students.

All sessions are subject to cancellation if the minimum pre-registration of ten students is not met. (Deposit will be refunded) Maximum class size will be set at 16-20.

Registration Information (call (617)591-9656 to register) or email us at mark@davissquaremartialarts.com


Children's Classes