Oxford Park and Rec Offers Little Ninjas Program

The Oxford Parks and Recreation Department is offering The Little Ninja Program for children who are 4 through those entering Kindergarten.

The program is a detailed curriculum that focuses on improving the children’s basic motor and listening skills through Martial Arts. These skills will help them become better students at school and listeners at home, said instructor Amy Cote, an Oxford resident who has trained in Martial Arts and also has a degree in Early Education and Child Development.

The children will be exposed to positive social interaction. They will learn how to work with others and follow directions from their instructors who are great role models, Cote said. This program will enhance positive development in a fun and motivating way through constant praise and encouragement while learning martial arts.

Little Ninjas' curriculum focuses on developing eight major skills that are necessary for participation in any sport or activity. Some of those skills are Teamwork, Control, Balance, Discipline, etc.

The Little Ninjas program will be conducted at the Oxford Grange, 470 Oxford Road, or Route 67, on Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. and from 2:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. for a 10-week session from Sept. 14 to Nov. 16, ending with a graduation ceremony. Classes for new students are forming now.

The cost for the program is $85 for the first child, $75 for the second and $65 for the third. For students who hold rank currently, please contact Cote to find out your specific time.

If you have more questions, or want to register your child, you can visit the website www.ima-oxford.com or call Cote at 203.888.2866 or e-mail her at oxfordkarate@yahoo.com. Class size is extremely limited so people are encouraged to register early.