Summer Programs for Kids

2011 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 (5^th 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) Weeks 1 and 3 only

1 Week Session = $230 ($215 for early registration before April 15^th , Save $15)

Additional Weeks = $215/week ($200 for early registration before April 15^th, Save $15)

Current and Former DSMA Students Save Additional $15 per week

1 Week Session = $215 ($200 for early registration before April 15^th, Save $15)

Additional Weeks = $200/week ($185 for early registration before April 15^th, Save $15)

Note: Week 2 Camps are $160 since they are only 4 days

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 1^st.

Summer Program Schedule

Session# Dates Times

Week 1a- June 27-July1 - 9:30am-12:30pm (Open to New Students)Belt Testing Week

Week 1b- June 27-July1 - 2pm-5pm (Red belt star-black belt) Advanced Forms (Adv. Longfist, Eagle, Long Staff etc.)

Week 2a - July 5- July 8 - 9:30am-12:30pm (Current students only) Agility Training and Weapons

Week 2b - July 5- July 8 - 2pm-5pm (Red belt star-black belt) Sparring, Joint locks and throws

Week 3 - Aug 22- Aug 26 - 9:30am-12:30pm (Open to New Students) All Levels

Week 4 - Aug 29- Sept 2 - 9:30am-12:30pm (this session is Full), Advanced week Blue belt and up

** Note - Weeks 1b and 2b are open to students Red belt star - black belt

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