Snow Herons Martial Arts (SHMA) Holiday Camps offer an exciting mix of martial arts training, fitness activities, games, self-defense, leadership skills, and creativity, ensuring fantastic experiences for children and teenagers.
 
These camps are open to both SHMA students and newcomers during specific holiday periods, creating a fun and structured environment where participants can improve their martial arts skills, start their martial arts journey, make new friends, and build confidence.
 
Whether your child attends for a half day, a full day, or the entire week, each camp is designed to be active, engaging, and rewarding.
 
Camps are available for ages 5 to 15, with sessions running from 8am to 6pm, 9:15am to 5:15pm, 9:15am to 12:45pm, and 1:45pm to 5:15pm.

What's Included?

**The Korean Martial Art Tang Soo Do 

**Fitness & Conditioning - Engage in games, obstacle courses, circuits, and activities that enhance agility, flexibility, coordination and bodyweight fitness.

**Self-Defense Workshops -  practical self-defense skills tailored to different ages and skill levels.

**Team Games -  Pickleball, Dodgeball, Giant football, Bagminton, Vollyball etc.

**Creative Activities - Crafts designed for all students.

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**Outdoor Activities - outdoor games and Free Time.

Typical Day at Camp

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8:00 - 9am Board games & Constructive play

9/9:15 - 9:30am: Arrival and free play

9:30 - 11:00am: Martial Arts class

11:00 - 11:30am: Snack & Chat time

11:30 AM - 12:30pm: Team games

12:30 - 12:45pm: Preparing for home or Lunch

12:45 - 1:45pm Lunch & Free time

1:45 - 3:15 Martial Arts

3:15 - 3:45 Snack & Chat time

3:45 - 4:45pm Team games

4:45 - 5:15pm: Preparing for home & Free time

5:15 - 6pm Constructive play

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Typical Camp days can change as required

Holiday Camps provide additional opportunities for students preparing for grading.

Students may:

• Complete additional syllabus practice.

• Improve techniques before Main Grading.

• Attend camp grading (where eligible).

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Camp Grading Eligibility

• Instructor approval is required.

• Students must complete the required camp training sessions before grading.

• Camp grading availability depends on grade level and holiday period.

Safeguarding & Attendance

SHMA attendance and welfare procedures apply throughout camp.

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• Students must be signed in and out each day by a parent or authorised adult.

• Please inform SHMA of any medical conditions, allergies or medication before camp. 

• If your child is unable to attend a booked day, please notify SHMA as early as possible.

• All camp activities are supervised by SHMA instructors and class assistants.

What to Bring

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• SHMA Members: Please bring your complete SHMA uniform and all required martial arts equipment. Students should also bring sports clothing and trainers for games and other activities. Football kits are not permitted.

• New Students: Please wear/bring suitable sports clothing and trainers for all activities. No football kits, jeans or denim shorts.

• Younger Students: Please also pack a spare pair of underwear and shorts/joggers, just in case of any accidents.

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Water, Food & Snacks: All students must bring their own clearly named water bottle.

Please note our food rules:

• NO butter or margarine in sandwiches — including vegan alternatives. This also applies to croissants. The instructor cannot tolerate the smell and will vomit!

• NO nuts or nut products.

• NO sweets or fruit snacks resembling fruit roll-ups.

• Half-day students: bring a few suitable snacks, but no crisps or biscuits.

• Full-day students: may bring one serving of crisps or popcorn and a maximum of two biscuits — NO shortbread.

• Smoothies and similar drinks are permitted.

Our Holiday Camps are held throughout the year during the school holidays.
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October Half Term Camp
26th - 30th
Avenue Primary Academy
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February Half Term Camp
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April Easter Camp
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July Summer Camp
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August Summer Camp
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During camp, students continue progressing through the SHMA grading syllabus while developing:

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• Kicks and striking combinations.

• Blocks and defensive movements.

• Hyungs (Forms).

• Ho Sin Sul self-defence techniques.

• Hapkido releases and control techniques.

• Controlled sparring skills.

• Korean terminology and martial arts knowledge.

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Training is always adapted to each student's age, experience and belt grade.

We offer flexible booking options tailored for families.

You can select to book individual sessions, specific days, or enjoy a discounted rate for a full week. Siblings receive an extra 10% discount, and we have a loyalty program where you can collect camp points for gifts like T-shirts and day bags.

Extended Full Day (8am - 6pm):

£60 per day, £275 for a full week.

Full Day (9:15am - 5:15pm):

£55 per day, £225 for a full week.

Half Day (9:15am - 12:45pm / 1:45pm - 5:15pm): £25 per day, £125 for a full week.

Booking Information

Advance Booking Required.
Places are limited and allocated on a first come, first served basis.

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• Camps must be booked in advance through SHMA.

• A payment link will be sent after your booking request is confirmed.

• Spaces are only secured once payment has been received - 50% deposit required.​

Our Holiday Camps offer children the chance to:

- Advance in their martial arts journey.

- Stay active throughout the school holidays.

- Boost their confidence and resilience.

- Acquire practical self-defense skills.

- Improve their fitness and coordination.

- Forge friendships and thrive in a positive, electronics-free environment.

Each Holiday Camp is centered on SHMA's philosophy of fostering martial arts skills, confidence, character, and leadership in a fun, safe, and atmosphere.