🌟 Wilde Lake Karate Summer Camp 2025

Daily Requirements & Program Overview

We are excited to welcome your child to a summer full of learning, growth, and adventure!
Please carefully review the following important details to ensure your child has a safe, successful, and enjoyable camp experience.

🎒 Daily Requirements

1. Camp T-shirt (Mandatory):

  • All students must wear the Wilde Lake Karate camp T-shirt every day.

  • Camp T-shirts are provided on the first day.

  • Students without a T-shirt may be excused from participating in outdoor or group activities for safety and identification reasons.

  • Additional T-shirts are available for purchase at $14.00 each.

2. Closed-Toe Shoes:

  • Proper athletic shoes must be worn daily.

  • For ages 5–8, we recommend shoes without laces (e.g., Velcro shoes) to promote independence and avoid delays.

3. Comfortable Bottoms:

  • Students should wear sports-appropriate shorts or gym pants.

  • Skirts are not permitted for girls due to active sports activities.

  • Students should be prepared for both indoor and outdoor physical games.

4. Labeled Water Bottle:

  • Please send a reusable water bottle labeled with your child’s name.

  • Staying hydrated throughout the day is critical, especially during outdoor activities.

5. Swimming Gear:

  • Students must bring swimsuits, towels, and spray-on sunscreen every Monday.

  • It is recommended to pack swim gear in a separate bag.

6. Face Masks (Optional):

  • Masks are optional based on personal preference.

  • We encourage respect for individual choices regarding mask use.

7. Lunch and Snacks:

  • Campers must bring their own lunch and snacks each day.

  • Refrigerators and microwaves are available for student use.

  • Lunch Money Option: Parents may send lunch money, which must be handed to staff at drop-off. Staff maintains a log and will supervise and assist students in purchasing lunch.

  • Local lunch options include:

    • Pizza Bolis (Pizza & Subs) – from $8.00

    • Bagel Bin (Bagels & Sandwiches) – from $8.00

    • Chinese & Indian Restaurants – from $10.00

📅 Camp Schedule & Group Assignments

  • Students are grouped every Monday based on age, skill, and activity needs.

    • Morning Groups: Group 1, Group 2, Group 3

    • Afternoon Groups: Group A, Group B

  • Students remain with their group throughout the day’s scheduled activities to build friendships and promote teamwork.

🥋 Daily Activities Overview

Martial Arts & Fitness:

  • Taekwondo classes

  • Karate classes

  • Self-defense workshops

  • Gymnastics & flexibility training

Sports & Outdoor Fun:

  • Playground time

  • Soccer matches

  • Tennis lessons

  • Indoor and outdoor team challenges

  • Fitness workouts with our custom child-friendly equipment

Creative Expression:

  • Arts and crafts projects

  • Group games and brain-teasers

👉 Please note that the daily schedule may vary depending on weather conditions and special events.

🏊 Swimming & Swim Lessons

Swimming is offered twice per week, organized by age groups:

  • B Group (Older Students): Swim Days: Monday & Wednesday

  • A Group (Younger Students): Swim Days: Tuesday & Thursday

Swimming Program:

  • Beginner Level: Introduction to water safety and basic swim skills.

  • Intermediate Level: Freestyle, backstroke, and breaststroke development.

  • Advanced Level: Mastery of strokes and swim endurance.

  • Water Safety: Emphasis on supervised swimming and personal water safety skills.

Wristband Program:
Students are assigned a wristband color based on swim skill level to ensure safety and proper supervision during swim sessions.

🎡 Friday Field Trips

  • Field trips take place every Friday.

  • Destinations vary and may include amusement parks, skating rinks, nature parks, and educational museums.

  • Details about each week’s trip (departure times, special items to bring, etc.) will be communicated through our weekly newsletter.

  • Important: Trips are weather-dependent and may be rescheduled or replaced with special in-house events if necessary.

💪 Health & Fitness Emphasis

This year, Wilde Lake Karate is proud to incorporate dedicated fitness programming into our summer camp experience:

  • Age-appropriate strength and endurance training

  • Cardio workouts and obstacle courses

  • Focus on building healthy lifelong fitness habits

Fitness sessions are designed to complement our martial arts training and support overall health and well-being.

🎯 Core Values We Teach Every Day

At Wilde Lake Karate Summer Camp, we believe that martial arts is about more than just physical skills. We are committed to developing the whole child through:

  • Courtesy: Respecting and treating others with kindness.

  • Integrity: Being honest, trustworthy, and responsible.

  • Perseverance: Continuing to work hard and never giving up, even when faced with challenges.

  • Self-Control: Managing emotions and behaviors thoughtfully.

These life lessons are built into every class, every game, and every interaction.

☔ Weather Adjustments & Safety First

  • Field trips and outdoor activities are subject to cancellation or modification due to weather or unforeseen circumstances.

  • Safety is our top priority, and all changes will be communicated to parents via email and text.

Thank you for your flexibility and understanding!

📞 Contact & Communication

  • General Questions: Email: wildelakekarate@gmail.com or Text Sytem to : 667-200-1401

  • Urgent Communication: Staff cell numbers for off-site activities 

  • Master Dimitra 443-878-3267, Master Raju 703-839-2628, Instructor TJ 240-224-1683

  • Main Office Line: (410) 884-7340

  • Email: wildelakekarate@gmail.com

We are committed to providing fast, helpful responses and keeping families informed throughout the camp experience.

🎉 We are excited to have your child join Wilde Lake Karate Summer Camp 2025!

Let’s make this summer an unforgettable one full of growth, confidence, fitness, and fun!