No parent wants to think about situations where their child needs to defend themselves physically. However, with the threat of bullying at school and dangers outside of school, it is vitally important that your child knows self-defense skills. A Taekwondo after-school program can help with that. Numerous parents turn to martial arts for their children to learn self-defense. Find out how after-school martial arts can help your child feel confident about standing up for themselves, if necessary. Martial Arts After-School Programs Teach Core Self-Defense Skills Though martial arts are much more t ..read more

Little Dragons are our martial arts classes for children aged four to six. These classes are designed to wholesomely aid your child’s physical and mental development. In addition to basic martial arts, children are encouraged to work on their confidence, self-control, respect, and perseverance. Find out how kids’ martial arts classes build essential skills in children early on in their lives and why you should consider this program for your child. What Taekwondo Techniques Does the Little Dragons Program Cover? Little Dragon’s karate classes introduce children to everything martial arts has to ..read more

It’s hard to believe, but we’re only months away from summer break. It’s time to find ways to fill their time constructively! And that’s where summer camps come to the rescue. They’re a great way for your child to make new friends, learn new skills, and enjoy their break to the fullest. In this blog, we’ve outlined some of the top summer camps in Oakville for you. Oakville’s Hottest Summer Camps for 2024 Dragon Taekwondo’s Martial Arts Summer Camp If you want your child to focus on their physical fitness and pick up self-defense skills, Dragon Taekwondo’s martial arts camp is what you’re looki ..read more

Summer camps in Milton promise days filled with fun, learning, and socialization. Children get to try out new activities, hone their skills, and make new friends. That said, what exactly do Milton summer camps involve? Looking Behind-the-Scenes at a Regular Milton Academy Summer Camp Day Every Milton summer camp is unique, so your child’s experience will vary slightly. However, a typical day will likely involve: Participating in the primary activity the camp advertises, whether theatre, music, STEM, or Taekwondo. Playing team games with other children and instructors, such as Nerf war, virtua ..read more

Celebrating our Dragon of the Month Tristan His dedication, hard work, and commitment shine through every action, embodying the future black belt attitude at such a young age. Congratulations, Tristan! Keep soaring to new heights. Your journey inspires us all ..read more

Congratulations to Lilly, our Dragon of the Month for March! Lilly’s enthusiasm, passion, leadership, and confidence make us incredibly proud. Keep soaring, Lilly ..read more

Kids’ martial arts journeys are life-changing experiences. Learning Taekwondo builds more than just defensive skills; it imparts important life lessons too. However, as parents, you have an important role to play. Find out what your role is in martial arts for your kids and what they can achieve if given the right opportunity. Finding Your Place in Your Kid’s Martial Arts Journey Finding the Right Martial Arts Kids’ Classes The first, and perhaps most important, step is finding the right martial arts kids’ classes for your children. The training school – otherwise known as a dojang – and ins ..read more

Children’s after-school programs are recognized for offering a wide range of benefits: cognitive, academic, physical, and behavioural. In this article, we look at how these programs can foster mental development and empower children in all aspects of their lives. Five Ways After-School Programs Assist with Positive Development of Children and Adolescents Enhance Social Skills Studies have found that after-school programs assist in the development of children’s social and personal skills. Specifically, children who attend such programs are more self-aware and display positive behaviors. Howev ..read more

Why do children enjoy summer camps so much? Why is it that learning science at school is a chore, but it’s fun during a summer camp? Find out why and how summer camps make learning fun for children in this blog! How Summer Camps Make Learning Enjoyable Hands-On Learning Summer camps are not known for sitting down and learning about new topics. For the most part, children participate in hands-on activities and learn by doing. For example, a Taekwondo summer camp will teach children real-world defensive skills by getting up and moving around. By trying new skills themselves, children are more li ..read more

Extracurricular activities are proven to be beneficial to a child’s overall mental, emotional, and physical wellness. Children build self-confidence, use their time productively, and make new, which is why martial arts classes, such as the Little Dragon evening program at Dragon TKD, have soared in popularity. Are you considering enrolling your child in our Little Dragon program? In this article, we have outlined the main benefits that our evening karate classes offer to make the decision a breeze. Benefits of Evening Karate Classes for Kids Kids’ Karate Classes Build Confidence There are ma ..read more