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Whether you're stuck at home, have a busy schedule, or don't live close by to one of our locations - no matter what the reason - Schweitzer's Martial Arts has got you covered! We now offer group classes, as well as private and semi-private lessons, virtually! Virtual karate classes are a great way to learn and stay active while in the comfort and safety of your own home. Karate is one sport that can be done anywhere, without the use of special equipment. As long as you have some space, e.g. living room, rec. room, or backyard, you can do karate! WE OFFER Virtual Little Tigers Classes (ages 4 to 6 years) A fun program for young martial artists; focusing on basics and self-defense. Here they learn how to follow instructions and work together. They will also develop focus and learn self control. Virtual Little Tigers classes are 20-30 minutes long (depending on class size). Cost: One night a week program - $125/10 week session (taxes extra). Please Note: Family deals are available. Virtual Novice/Intermediate/Advanced Classes (ages 6-1/2 years to adult) Students will learn self-defense, learn self-control, develop their focus, and develop their confidence. Many of our classes are set up so parents can attend with their children. Our Virtual Novice, Intermediate and Advanced classes are 30-40 minutes long (depending on class size). Cost: One night a week program - $125/10 week session (taxes extra). Please Note: Family deals are available. Virtual Private and Semi-private Lessons Get one on one instruction and a more focused lesson. Virtual Private and Semi-private lessons share the same lessons and values of a group class, but are more focussed on the individual. These lessons are ideal for families, students with learning disabilities or social anxiety, or students who just want to get more out of their learning experience. Private/semi-private lessons are a half hour long. Private Lessons Cost: $250/10 week session (taxes extra). Family Semi-private Lessons Cost: 2 students $350/10 week session (taxes extra). 3 students $400/10 week session (taxes extra). Non-family Semi-private Lessons Cost: $150 each/10 week session (taxes extra). PLEASE NOTE: Virtual class times are generally shorter than "in person classes" to prevent student burn out. Group classes in person allow for more group drills and games, giving the students some downtime (e.g. waiting for their turn to present their kata, or their turn in a game), where as virtual classes have no downtime.

Get one on one instruction and a more focused lesson. Private and Semi-private lessons share the same lessons and values of a group class, but are more focussed on the individual. These lessons are ideal for families, students with learning disabilities or social anxiety, or students who just want to get more out of their learning experience. Private/semi-private lessons are a half hour long. Private Lessons Cost: $250/10 week session (taxes extra). Family Semi-private Lessons Cost: 2 students $350/10 week session (taxes extra). 3 students $400/10 week session (taxes extra). Non-family Semi-private Lessons Cost: $150 each/10 week session (taxes extra).

2024 Summer Karate Day Camp Dates & Locations Heidelberg: Tuesday, July 9th New Hamburg: Tuesday, July 23rd Wingham: Tuesday, August 13th Milverton: Tuesday, August 20th Our Summer Karate Day Camps will be a valuable experience for karate students, as well as beginners, ages 4 to adult. Each camp focuses on basic martial arts techniques, bag work, self-defense, sparring, chanbara (foam sword fighting) and mat work. We also enjoy fun karate games! Camp runs from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with drop-off times between 8:30 and 9:00 a.m., and pick-up times between 5:00 and 5:30 p.m. A pizza lunch is provided with this camp. Please register and pay by Saturday, June 1st to take advantage of our early bird special. COST: Full Day Camp - $69.99 per person, per camp (taxes extra) Half Day Camp - $49.99 per person, per camp (taxes extra) * Save $10 on each camp if you sign up by June 1, 2024. * Family rates are available for attending family members of 3 or more. * A pizza lunch is included with each camp. Note: Half day camps are available for children ages 4 to 6 whose parents feel a full day might be too much for them. Half day camps still start at 9:00 a.m. with drop off times between 8:30 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. but will end at 1 p.m. instead. Both half day and full day camps run simultaneously. LOCATIONS: Heidelberg - St. Peters Lutheran Church (2925 Lobsinger Line, Heidelberg) New Hamburg - Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church (23 Church St., New Hamburg) Wingham - Fresh Wind Revival Centre (21 Lloyd Street, Wingham) Milverton - Gravelridge Women's Institute Hall (4822 Line 59, Milverton) IMPORTANT: Parents remember, this is a disciplined, structured art. It's a little different from other sports and camps. Karate camp has rules for safety and to keep classes running smoothly. Students who disregard the rules make it hard for others to learn and can pose a safety risk. Therefore, our rules are strictly enforced. We discipline unruly students by talking to them, giving out push-ups and time-outs. There is the odd instance where we have to expel a student who is a potential danger to others. Most people have no problem with rules. If you or your child does have a problem with safety rules, Karate camp may not be for you. If you're not sure, please speak to the instructor before enrolling in camp. No refunds on camps. If you would like more information on our Summer Karate Day Camps, please contact us.

Our week long karate camp will be a valuable experience for karate students, as well as beginners, ages 4 to adult. In camp we focus on basic Martial Arts techniques, self-defense and kata. We also play fun karate games and may introduce other aspects of martial arts to the students such as traditional karate weaponry. Some students may even have a chance to test during camp. Drop off times are from 9 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. (special arrangement can be made with the instructor if parents need to drop children off earlier). Pick up times are between 3:30 – 4:00 p.m., except for Friday. Friday pick up times are between 2 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Half day camps are also available for children ages 4 to 6 whose parents feel a full day might be too much for them. The half day camp will still start at 9:30 a.m. with drop off times between 9 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. but will end at 1 p.m. instead. Both half day and full day camps run simultaneously during the week. Please Note: Participants must bring their own lunch, drinks and snacks. Cost: Full Day Camp - $145.00 per person (taxes extra) Half Day Camp - $95.00 per person (taxes extra) * Family rates are available for attending family members of 3 or more. * Uniforms and Gradings cost extra. IMPORTANT: Parents remember, this is a disciplined, structured art. It's a little different from other sports and camps. Karate camp has rules for safety and to keep classes running smoothly. Students who disregard the rules make it hard for others to learn and can pose a safety risk. Therefore, our rules are strictly enforced. We discipline unruly students by talking to them, giving out push-ups and time-outs. There is the odd instance where we have to expel a student who is a potential danger to others. Most people have no problem with rules. If you or your child does have a problem with safety rules, karate camp may not be for you. If you're not sure, please speak to the instructor before enrolling in camp. No refunds on camps.

A fun program for young martial artists; focusing on basics and self-defense. Here they learn how to follow instructions and work together. They will also develop focus and learn self control. Little Tigers classes are a half hour long. Cost: One night a week program - $125/10 week session (taxes extra). Two night a week program - $187.50/10 week session (taxes extra). Please Note: Family deals are available.

A variety of seminars and events will be offered throughout the year. Seminars include (but are not limited to): - Weapons - Lady’s Self-Defense - Kubotan - Pressure Point - Sparring - Grappling - Pizza/Chanbara Night Schweitzer’s Martial Arts is available if your group, club or school would like to have us come in and do a karate or self-defense seminar. We can come to your location or you can use ours.

Classes geared for adults who wish to train with fellow adults. The lessons and values taught in the Novice, Intermediate and Advanced programs mirror those in the adult classes but are focused more for adults. Our adult classes are 45min – 1 hour long (depending on class size). Cost: One night a week program - $125/10 week session (taxes extra). Two night a week program - $187.50/10 week session (taxes extra). Please Note: Family deals are available.

A free 30 minute to 1 hour lesson with a group class, to see if karate is suitable for you or your child, before signing up. Beginners only. One trial class per person.

Students will learn how to use a variety of martial arts weaponry in this program. Bo (wooden staff), rubber nunchaku, and bokken (wooden sword), are just a few examples of weapons students will get to experience. From fundamentals to self-defense, to even using them in a kata. This is a fun and informative addition to regular classes. Weapons class is 30 minutes long. Cost: $50/10 week session (weapons and taxes extra). Please Note: Students need to know basic stances and techniques for this program. So we require participants to be 8 years or older and at least a Yellow Belt or higher to take this course.

Students will learn self-defense, learn self-control, develop their focus, and develop their confidence. Many of our classes are set up so parents can attend with their children. Our Novice, Intermediate and Advanced classes are 45min - 1 hour long (depending on class size). Cost: One night a week program - $125/10 week session (taxes extra). Two night a week program - $187.50/10 week session (taxes extra). Please Note: Family deals are available.