Welcome to our 2024 Camps, this year we will be offering 4 weeks of summer camp our camps go from 11am-4pm and are for ages 6 years and older. They are both a great way to introduce your child to martial arts and for current students to get a leg up on their training. Here are the weeks offered for summer camp:
July 8-12 July 15-19 July 29-August 2 August 19-August 23
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More Information about Mercer Island Martial Arts
Who is actually working with your kids?
Master Krista Wells--The owner and Master Instructor at MIMA. Master Krista Wells, holds a Bachelors Degree in Psychology and is a trained Recreation Therapist as well as a 5th Degree Master Instructor. She has spent years perfecting the martial arts routines, and she has had done extensive work with kids with disabilities and helps students be as successful as they can be.
click here for more information: Master Wells
Instructor Graham Smyth - Is a 3nd Degree Certified Instructor who who literally grew up in this program, and continues his training and his education. He has a degree in Liberal Arts. He brings great passion, and love for the work every
day. He is an outstanding role model, and hero to many of the kids in our programs.
Instructor Michael Gearhart- Is a 1st Degree Certified Instructor who has been training at Mercer Island Martial Arts since he was 11 years old. Michael brings energy and enthusiasm to his work as an Instructor and part of our team. Instructor Gearhart holds a Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry and we are very lucky to have him as part of our team.
In addition to our full time instructors we also have a number of part-time instrucotors, mentors and black belts who assist with our classes and camps
What are the hours of camp?
Camp goes from 11am-4pm
What does a typical day look like?
The kids have between 3-4 formal martial arts classes as well as learning valuable skills such as anti-bullying, anger management, leadership skills, sports, and community service. They also do art lessons, and go outdoors to parks everyday. Every Friday we end the week with a big celebration and party. The camps are very structured, and a lot of fun. Parents tell us they love that their kids are happy, and very tired. A great way to get a introduction to martial arts or to get a leg up on your current martial arts training.
What is the youngest age that they can participate in summer camp?
The youngest age for camp is 6 years old. If you are interested in having a younger child do martial arts we recommend that they try our Little Dragon program which starts at age 4. We have counselor in training program available for teens.
How do I register for camp?
Call us or text: 206-230-9050
Email us: info@mercerislandmartialarts.com
