Children’s Program
TMD Martial Arts
Give Your Child Skills That Last a Lifetime.
At TMD, kids don't just learn to kick and punch, they learn discipline, focus, confidence, and respect. These are skills they'll carry with them long after they've left the mat.
Experienced Coaches Who Know Kids
Our children's program is structured, encouraging, and a lot of fun. Kids are challenged just enough to grow, supported just enough to believe in themselves, and surrounded by coaches and peers who genuinely want to see them succeed.
Martial arts teaches children to show up, pay attention, and follow through on the mat and in life. The structure of our classes builds habits that translate directly into school performance, home behaviour, and future success.
Every Belt Tells a Story
At TMD Martial Arts, our Children's Program belt system is designed to develop complete martial artists by building technical skill, physical fitness, and strong character. Students are eligible to test approximately every 2–3 months, and advancement is based on earning four stripes — two black and two red — before moving to the next belt.
Progress at TMD is visible — kids can see it, feel it, and wear it. Our belt system gives every child a clear path forward, with achievable goals at each stage.
Belts aren't handed out for attendance; they're earned through skill, effort, and attitude. That's exactly why kids are so proud of them.
Earning Your Stripes
Black Stripes – Technical Skills
Students earn two black stripes by demonstrating proficiency in striking, grappling, weapons, and self-defence. Technical testing takes place every 2–3 months and reflects each student's progress through the curriculum.
Red Stripe – Fitness
One red stripe is earned by completing a fitness test of push-ups, sit-ups, and squat jumps. Requirements increase with each belt level to continually build strength, endurance, and resilience.
Red Stripe – Character
The second red stripe recognizes character development. A form must be signed by a parent or guardian, the student's school teacher, and a TMD instructor — confirming the student consistently demonstrates TMD's core values of respect, initiative, and perseverance.
Once a student has earned 2 black stripes and 2 red stripes, they're ready to advance to the next belt.
Weapons Training At TMD
Weapons training is a core part of the TMD Martial Arts curriculum, introducing students to traditional martial arts weapons in a safe, structured, and age-appropriate way. As students progress through the belt levels, they learn to handle a variety of weapons, including:
Sticks – Students develop hand-eye coordination, timing, and control through single and double stick drills, building the foundation for all weapons work.
Longstaff – The longstaff teaches full-body coordination, footwork, and spatial awareness, as students learn strikes, blocks, and flowing combinations with a longer-range weapon.
Nunchucks – A favourite among students, nunchucks demand focus, precision, and patience — sharpening reflexes and rewarding consistent practice.
Beyond the techniques themselves, weapons training builds concentration, discipline, and respect. Students learn that handling a weapon is a responsibility, and safety is emphasized at every stage. Weapons proficiency is part of the technical testing students complete toward their black stripes, so skills grow steadily alongside the rest of the curriculum.
Your Belt Accomplishments
White Belt
Introductory🕒 first 4 monthsWhere it all begins. Foundations, first techniques, and learning how class works.
Yellow & Green Belt — Beginner
Level 1🕒 after ~8 monthsThe fundamentals click. More confidence, sharper focus, and techniques starting to flow together.
Blue, Purple & Red — Intermediate
Level 2🕒 after ~1.5 yearsSkill turns into discipline. Harder material, more control, and helping newer students along the way.
Brown (5 ranks) — Advanced
Level 3🕒 about 2 yearsThe final climb. Five stripe ranks — yellow, green, blue, red, black — leading straight to the Youth Program's black belt ranks.
Classes for every age group
Every class at TMD is built for the age group in the room. We split our weekly schedule by age so that every child trains alongside peers at a similar stage — the drills, pace, and coaching style are all matched to where they are developmentally. Each group trains twice a week: the sweet spot for building real momentum without crowding out school and family time. Find your child's class days below.
Start the week with energy in the right place. Monday classes introduce our youngest students to martial arts through fun, high-movement drills that build coordination, balance, and listening skills.
Tuesdays are for building real skills. Students aged 7–10 work on proper technique, footwork, and self-defence fundamentals in a structured class that challenges them just enough to grow.
A perfect midweek boost for our littlest martial artists. Wednesday classes reinforce what was learned on Monday through games, partner drills, and plenty of encouragement.
Thursdays build on Tuesday's foundation. Students sharpen their techniques, put combinations together, and work toward their next belt with focused practice and team spirit.
What Other Parents Say About Us
"My two boys just love mix martial arts at TMD. Great coaching, friendly ownership and staff and very affordable."
Kyle Ross
"In our experience with TMD through our two children, we can honestly say they are the best when it comes to creating an environment where the students can reach their own individual potentials. We especially appreciate the level of encouragement and amount of respect that is given to everyone."
M Thelle Kim
"My Daughter has been in martial arts for almost 3 years ago. I have seen a positive change in her. The instructors are very Patient, helpful and caring, They treat you like family, My other daughter who is four has just joined up as well . This is the best place to be."
Elaine Johnson
New to Martial Arts? Here's What Parents Want to Know
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Comfortable athletic clothing they can move freely in — a t-shirt and shorts or sweatpants work perfectly. Training is done barefoot on the mat. Once your child enrolls, we'll let you know about uniforms and any gear they'll need as they progress.
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Absolutely. Parents are welcome to stay and watch. Many parents love seeing their child's progress week to week — and kids love showing off what they've learned.
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Classes follow a consistent structure: a fun warm-up, technique instruction broken into simple steps, partner drills, and games that build coordination and focus. That structure is intentional — the routine itself is what builds discipline and follow-through.
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Yes — students work toward clear goals as their skills develop, which teaches them that effort and consistency pay off. Progression is based on each child's own development, not on competing against classmates.
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We hear this a lot. Martial arts is different because progress is personal and visible — kids see themselves getting better, and that feeds motivation. Add encouraging coaches, new friends, and goals to work toward, and most kids ask to come back. The free month lets you test that with zero risk.
