"Having 4 children of my own, I felt there was a need for this program as the number of latchkey children in Canada is a growing concern."
Professor Jason St-Louis has been planning and developing this program with the anticipation of providing families in the community with a convenient way to maximize the potential for their children.
Our program will take a harmonious approach to develop the mind, body and spirit of each child.
A latchkey child is a child aged thirteen or under that spends time at home unsupervised. These few hours after school before a parent arrives home from work are very important.
Children left unsupervised can engage in undesirable or unproductive behaviours.
Statistics Canada estimates that 900,000 Canadian children aged six to thirteen require some form of after school care. “Surfing the Net” or “hanging around” while the sitter is in the house, may not be the right thing for your child while you are still at work.
Young Samurai
Program Fee Schedule
Monthly Rate :: $500.00
- Includes 1 Free Uniform
- Daily Classes
- Bottled Water
- A Healthy Snack
Include Daily Transportation
From School to Dojo
+ $400.00
Our program offers transportation directly from schools to the Academy.
Upon arrival, the children will have the opportunity to socialize while they have their snacks and prepare for a martial arts class.
After the class, children can engage with their school homework and if a child does not have any assigned homework to complete, they will be provided with alternative mind-stimulating activities such as reading, word searches or studying martial arts terminology, history and culture.
Young Samurai follow a progressive curriculum that includes practical lesson plans for anti-bullying strategies and the prevalent dangers of strangers. The curriculum is established to be easily applied to real life situations. Our focus is to instil confidence, self-esteem and leadership qualities.
A recent study by Statistics Canada showed having a social life provides the child with feelings of belonging and having friends for support. School engagement was another factor for high school dropout which is reflected in the number of hours spent on homework and the completion of school assignments to encourage feelings about the value of education.
The Young Samurai will promote the value of education and the intrinsic rewards from a positive academic outlook.
Children will be able to work in a cohesive team environment with the support and positive role modeling of both staff and peers.
A recent Canadian Community Health Survey (CCHS) identified a causal relationship between social relationships and overall health. Increased levels of socialization have been linked to lower mortality rates, lower rates of crime and increased perception of positive health. One who is socially isolated is more likely to suffer from poor physical and mental health. Feeling connected to one’s community promotes health because such ties promote mutual respect and thereby increase self-esteem.
You can continue your work day with ease knowing that your child is in a positive and safe environment receiving quality physical activity and mental stimulation within a team. Evenings can now be a relaxing time to enjoy dinner and engage in precious family time.
The Young Samurai is a preliminary martial arts training program that focuses on building 6 to 13 year olds capabilities; physically, emotionally, socially, and intellectually. We are confident in what our program can do for your child. Children this age are in a unique growth period in their life. They are refined in their gross motor skills, while establishing a foundation in basic fundament skills. These basic fundamental skills include:
- Focus
- Teamwork
- Control
- Balance
- Memory
- Discipline
- Fitness
- Coordination
In any other sport or activity, all of these 8 skills are important to have. The more exposure to proper development in each of these skills, the better your child will perform. Not only do we guarantee that your child will benefit from our program, we also guarantee that he or she will have a lot of fun in the process!
