After School Program

Program Description

Our After School Program (ASP) represents a critical bridge for parents and children. As elementary and middle school years prove, families face growing challenges to optimally use sparse time and resources. The ASP focuses upon elementary and middle school-age children as to ensure a seamless and safe transition from school to an environment that augments academics, provides nourishment, and promotes edifying athletics at elite levels. Oversight assists in developing and inculcating a work ethic. Likeminded, motivated, enthusiastic camaraderie discovered is invaluable to a child’s sense of joy.

The WKA After School Program is directed by certified and award-winning karate instructors with extensive experience in child development. Our impeccable reputation has made the WKA programs the most respected and successful – at all levels---in our field. Our partners in this effort have been likeminded parents with whom we share our goal for excellence.
​The Washington Karate Association (WKA) has been serving the Pacific Northwest for over 50 years. Recognized worldwide for the exceptional quality of its instructors, students and athletes, it is notable that the WKA was the first traditional karate organization to accept women and children. The Kinder Karate Program was designed as a specified program, the first of its kind, proving that the youngest children were highly receptive to discipline and performance. Many of these children now have their own children enrolled.
*Transportation is currently available from the following schools:
  Cherry Crest Elementary                     Bennett Elementary                                          Clyde Hill Elementary
  Big Picture School                                    Rose Hill Elementary                                         Spiritridge Elementary
  Audobon Elementary                                                    
  
                                                         *​Please inquire about adding your child's school to our route

Benefits

  • Experienced instructors
  • Supervised study center for homework
  • State-of-the-art facility
  • Emphasis on respect and discipline
  • Character development
  • Development of good work ethic
"The Washington Karate program is an excellent way for children to develop physical, mental, and emotional well-being."  Dr. Thomas Staiger, Medical Director, UW Medical Center
Our success with child development has been exceptional. Universities our children/students attended include:
  • Harvard
  • Dartmouth
  • Wake Forest
  • Berkeley
  • Belmont
  • Stanford
  • American University
  • West Point Naval Academy
  • Elon University
  • Bringham Young University
  • McGill University
  • Tufts University
  • UCLA
  • Cornell University
  • University of Washington
  • MIT
  • Carnegie Mellon
  • NYU

Program Hours

Monday to Friday:  2:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Wednesday (early release):  12:10 pm - 6:00 pm
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Contact Us

To contact us about the After School Program, call us at (425)641-8123 or at sensei@wkabellevue.com

Parent Testimonials

"This program provides a seamless, productive transition from school to meaningful extra-curricular opportunities.  New friends, consistent work habits, physical exercise...all in one package!"
"The staff is friendly, professional, and the homework assistance is a helpful supplement to school.  Everything this organization does is at an elite level.  Highly recommended."
"My children have greatly benefited from the Washington Karate Association's long experience and professionalism."