Warriors Class (age 5-7)
Building Strength, Confidence, and Discipline Through Martial Arts
Warriors class is is a high-energy, 45-minute class that introduces young children to the fundamentals of martial arts in a fun, structured, and supportive environment. Designed specifically for ages 5 to 7, this program combines taekwondo-based training with a nurturing approach tailored to young learners, helping kids grow stronger—physically, mentally, and socially.
Led by highly skilled instructors who understand the unique needs of this age group, the program uses games, drills, and movement to develop coordination, discipline, and real-life self-defense skills. Children build confidence as they learn to stand tall, stay focused, and treat others with respect—on and off the mats.
The Warriors program will:
- Improve focus, concentration, coordination, and body control
- Teach basic self-defense and empower kids to stand up to bullies
- Foster discipline, respect, and teamwork with peers
- Build gross motor skills, balance, and physical strength
- Reinforce emotional regulation and confidence through consistent practice
Class Duration: 45 minutes
Note: Sparring gear is mandatory for all martial arts participants age 5 and up to ensure a safe training experience.
Beginner Class (age 8+) White to Yellow Belt
Progressing Through the Ages: Building Future Champions
As children grow and mature, our program evolves with them. When students move beyond the early years, our focus expands to developing flexibility, speed, agility, and overall fitness. By the time they reach the early teenage years, students are enhancing their reaction time, strength, and precision, learning to harness their own momentum to perform dynamic Taekwondo kicking techniques—this is when their training truly comes alive!
The Beginners program will:
- Improve focus, concentration, confidence, and overall mental health
- Boost physical fitness, strength, and endurance
- Equip students to resist negative peer pressure and stand up to bullies
You WILL see the difference in your child.
Class Duration: 50 - 60 minutes
Note: Sparring gear is mandatory for all martial arts participants age 5 and up to ensure a safe training experience.
Advanced (Age 8+) Green belt & Above
Moo Duo Kwan Taekwondo: The Heart of Our Cirriculum
At the core of all our programs is Moo Duk Kwan Taekwondo, a traditional and respected curriculum focused on building well-rounded martial artists from white belt through black belt. Our training emphasizes developing quick, explosive kicks, powerful strikes, and strong blocks—essential tools for every martial artist.
We are committed to helping students progress with purpose and confidence. When students are ready to test for their black belt, they will have truly earned it through dedication and skill development. Upon reaching 1st Dan Black Belt, the focus shifts from learning many new techniques to perfecting and applying those skills practically, ensuring students not only know their art but can use it effectively.
Benefits of Martial Arts Through the Teenage Years
As teenagers advance in their training, martial arts provides powerful benefits that extend beyond physical fitness:
- Enhances discipline and self-control, critical skills for academic and personal success
- Builds resilience and mental toughness to handle life’s challenges with confidence
- Improves focus, reaction time, and decision-making, boosting performance in sports and daily activities
- Promotes leadership, respect, and teamwork—valuable traits for social development
- Encourages a healthy lifestyle, increasing strength, endurance, flexibility, and overall wellness
- Teaches practical self-defense skills, empowering teens to stay safe and stand up for themselves
Martial arts during these formative years helps teenagers grow into strong, confident, and responsible adults—ready to take on whatever comes their way.
Class Duration: 60 - 75 minutes
Elite Competition Program - Age 5+
Elevate Your Training with Elite-Level Tournament Martial Arts
Tournaments are an incredible way to push your skills and take your training to the next level. At Summit, we offer high performance Taekwondo training specialized for tournament competition—welcoming all skill levels, ages 5 and up.
The Alberta martial arts community boasts a strong, vibrant, and collaborative tournament scene. Throughout the season, we participate in numerous provincial, national, and international tournaments, providing exciting opportunities to travel, make new friends, and challenge yourself in diverse competitive environments. In November, we proudly host the Summit Open Martial Arts Challenge, an annual tournament showcasing over 250 competitors from across BC, Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba.
Our dedicated Tournament Team is a hand-selected group of athletes who demonstrate exceptional dedication and enthusiasm for competitive training.
For the 2024/25 season, 6 Team Summit members achieved an outstanding milestone by qualifying for Team Canada with the World Karate Commission (WKC). In May 2025, our Summit athletes were crowned WKC National Champions in Korean Forms and Point Sparring, further proving our commitment to excellence.
Join us to elevate your training, compete at all levels, and become part of a supportive, elite tournament community where you can grow, travel, and connect with martial artists from across the country and around the world!
Junior Instructor Training Certification Program (JIT)
The JIT certification program is by invitation only
The SMA Junior Instructor Training Certification Program (JIT) is a prestigious, hand-selected leadership program. Students are carefully chosen based on their dedication, mastery of techniques, and sportsmanship demonstrated in class. JIT offers an excellent opportunity to build essential skills that not only enhance personal growth but also look impressive on college and university applications.
This intensive 6-month program focuses on developing leadership abilities, self-confidence, teaching skills, creativity, and character. Through hands-on training and mentorship, JIT prepares students to become highly qualified instructors who embody the SMA commitment to excellence.
Candidates in the JIT program will complete a comprehensive exam at the conclusion of the course to earn their certification. To maintain certification, ongoing continuing education is required, ensuring our instructors remain at the top of their game.
We take pride in cultivating exceptional instructors, and JIT is a key part of that mission. For more information about this exciting program, please see Master or Mrs. Morris.
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Interested in competing? Want to be part of our awesome team? We are looking to add to our competition team in 2025. Join us for dedicated team training sessions, special seminars, travel, team events and lot of fun!
We offer a free trial class to all prospective students. We want you to love Taekwondo and start your journey off on the right foot with us! Flexible schedule, no locked in days, traditional class structure. Come down and experience the Summit difference.