Youth (ages 5-12)
Our youth program helps kids ages 5 to 12 grow stronger, more focused, and more confident, with no experience needed! With practical self-defense and bully prevention skills, your child will learn to stand tall both on and off the mat!
About the program
Our classes are tailored by age to support every student's development at their own speed. We create a positive, encouraging atmosphere where students of all experience levels can gain confidence, learn valuable skills, and enjoy the journey. Come and see for yourself!
Growth-focused
- Supports physical, mental, and emotional development
- Encourages responsibility and personal goal-setting
- Boosts confidence with every milestone reached
- Improves strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination
- A safe, inclusive dojo where every child belongs
Online exclusive offer—10 day free pass!
4 Reasons to join youth program
Our youth program gives kids ages 5 to 12 more than just great kicks and punches. Every class is designed to help children grow stronger, more focused, and more confident, building habits and character that carry over into school, home, and beyond.
Character that lasts
Respect, courtesy, and self-control are part of every class. Students learn to carry these values off the mat and into their everyday lives.
Better habits at school
The focus and discipline kids build in class often show up in the classroom, helping them listen better, stay on task, and take pride in their work.
Bully prevention
Kids learn how to stand tall, use their voice, and avoid conflict, along with practical skills to protect themselves if they ever need to.
Healthy and active
Every class gets kids moving, improving their strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination in a way that feels like fun, not exercise.
Online exclusive offer—10 day free pass!
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about Academy of Soo Do Thai business and programs.
Do you have an adult program?
Absolutely! Karate isn't just for kids! We have an amazing program for teens and adults, challenging them both physically and mentally, all while having fun and learning some fantastic self-defense!
What programs do you offer?
Currently we only offer traditional martial arts classes.
I've never heard of this artform. What exactly is Soo Do Thai?
Soo Do Thai is a freestyle, and is a mixture of Tae Kwon Do, Tang Soo Do, and Muay Thai Kickboxing making it one of the most well rounded styles/systems around!
Do you accept students who are non-verbal, autistic, suffer from ADHD, or who have special needs?
Absolutely! Our staff are no strangers to working with children with special needs, and often times they turn out to be our best students!
Am I allowed to stay and observe my child during class?
Absolutely! We encourage parents to stay so that they can observe exactly what their children are learning, in hopes that they will encourage and/or assist them with practice at home.
Do I have to stay for my child's class, or can I drop them off and pick them up after class concludes?
No, you do not have to stay for your child's class. In fact, in certain instances (where a parent's presence may be distracting for the child) we encourage parents to drop their child off and either wait in the car or come back and pick them up after class concludes. Each child is different, so we like to observe the relationship between the child and instructor FIRST, and then decide what the best recourse is for the child.
How often does classes meet, and how long are classes?
Beginners attend classes twice per week, and classes range between 30-45 minutes (depending on the age group).
Tell me more about your trial programs.
We currently have 2 trial programs. Students can choose between either a 10 Day Free Pass, or our 4 Weeks for $49 promotion.
Will there be any long term commitments?
No, students can cancel at any time AFTER their first billing cycle has concluded. We only require written notice (via e-mail) within 7 business days of their billing date so that we can contact our processors to stop payments.
What should my child wear to class?
On the first day we encourage parents to have their child wear loose fitting/comfortable attire. After their first class, we do require that each student purchase a uniform, as we do not allow street clothes on the floor.
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