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Before & After School Programs, Summer Camp, School Closure Camp Days, and Martial Arts Classes in Columbia, MD

For over 20 years, Wilde Lake Karate has been helping children in Columbia, Maryland grow stronger—physically, mentally, and emotionally.

Conveniently located in the Wilde Lake Shopping Center, we provide a safe, structured, and positive environment for local families. Our programs are designed to keep children active, engaged, and growing throughout the entire year.

We focus on teaching discipline, respect, confidence, and resilience through martial arts, fitness, and guided instruction.

More than just kicks and punches, our goal is to help every student build strong character, develop self-control, and grow into confident, respectful young leaders.

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Programs for Kids, That Build Confidence, Discipline, and Strength – Martial Arts Columbia MD

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More Than a Karate School: Programs That Build Strong, Confident Kids

At Wilde Lake Karate, we understand the needs of busy families in Columbia, Maryland. Our programs are designed to provide a safe, structured, and positive environment where children stay active, build confidence, and develop strong character.

 

Before and After School:

  • Looking for a reliable and active option outside of school hours? Our Before and After School Programs combine transportation convenience with structured fitness, martial arts training, and character development.

    We are not a traditional child care center—our focus is on:

    • Physical activity and fitness
    • Discipline and respect
    • Confidence and leadership development

  • Martial Arts & Fitness Classes (Evenings & Saturdays):

    Our Taekwondo and self-defense classes are designed to help students grow stronger in both body and mind.

    Classes focus on:

    Confidence and self-control
    Discipline and respect
    Strength, balance, and coordination
    Real-world self-defense skills

    Join us for a complimentary trial class and experience the difference.

  • Summer Camp & School Closure Camp Days:

    Our camps provide a fun, structured, and active environment for children throughout the year.

    Programs include:

    Martial arts training
    Swimming and field trips
    Fitness activities and games
    Team-building and social development

    Whether during the summer or on school closure days, our camps keep kids engaged, active, and learning in a safe environment.

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Trusted by Families Since 1999

Sarah Lawrence Sarah Lawrence Read More WLK is a wonderful program for marital arts for kids. Our family has been enrolled in the before and after school program for the past 3 years since Kindergarten. As a household with two working parents, their program has been essential to supporting our daily schedule and the energy level of our two kids. They offer care on days when schools close early, most days when they open late due to weather, and when schools are closed. Our kids love going there and have met so many kids throughout the community they now call friends. Their summer camp is amazing too! WLK is a fantastic program and Master Kevin has a great team supporting him. It’s so great having WLK in the Wilde Lake community, and I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a martial arts school for before/after care! Sarah Behun Sarah Behun Read More Our 7 year old has been going here for a couple years and he loves it! (as do we!) I’ve been impressed with their teaching – my son has gotten much more disciplined and confident. He’s developed excellent form! I can also rely on them when schools suddenly close due to weather – they are ALWAYS open and it makes it very convenient. They pick up your child from school on half days – so it becomes an easy go-to. (your child likes it and they make it very convenient. How do you say no?! lol) Amber Rizer Amber Rizer Read More My son started attending Wilde Lake Karate in August for their before/after care program when he started kindergarten. As a parent navigating the school system and before/after care programs for the first time, it was a little overwhelming. But Kevin at Wilde Lake made sure I understood the options and the schedule, and was so easy to work with! They bus him to and from school each day and even provide coverage for half days and full day closures. For a single mom who works full time, Wilde Lake has been an absolute blessing. And my son absolutely loves attending!! Previous Next Martial Arts After School Columbia MD

Why Choose Wilde Lake Karate?

Since 1999, Wilde Lake Karate has been supporting families across Columbia and Howard County with programs designed to help children grow in all areas of life.

More than a martial arts school, we are a structured and positive environment focused on your child’s success. Through martial arts, fitness, and guided instruction, we teach:

Discipline and respect
Confidence and self-control
Focus and leadership skills

From our convenient location in the Wilde Lake Shopping Center, we provide a safe and supportive setting where students develop physically, mentally, and emotionally.

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