Charlotte's BEST After School Program!
Your tuition *includes* Regular CMS Teacher Workdays! We also offer 50% off holiday camps to our regular members! *You must reserve your spot!*
We include transportation from some of our local schools! Find out if your school is one of them!
We have the BEST Martial Arts instructors, and we bring in industry professionals for Parkour and Tumbling classes!
- 3420 St Vardell Ln Suite E, Charlotte, NC 28217
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Charlotte’s BEST after school program is not just about martial arts. It’s a tool we use to help kids become leaders. Hundreds of Charlotte parents can’t believe the incredible transformation. Our Director of Operations has 20+ years of experience as a classroom teacher. You can bet that your child’s time in our program will improve their life at school!
Our coaches pass level 2 background checks and drug screenings before they are ever hired. This is the same background check public school teachers are required to pass. You’ll rest easy knowing your kids are spending time with the BEST, most qualified coaches in the business!
We offer so much! Yes, it’s true that martial arts classes are included in our summer camps and our after-school programs! But there is so much more that we include! We can show you better than we can tell you, so please come on in for a visit!
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"We love Charlotte Martial Arts Academy! We take martial arts together as a family! What other sport can you learn together with your child, while spending amazing family time, bonding and keeping physically fit at the same time!"
"Very happy with Sensei Price and the team at Charlotte Martial Arts Academy. My son can't wait to return to class, and we like how they emphasize respect and discipline."
"Mike is the best! Our kids love going here. Keep up the positive work."
"This business is ran by a real stand up guy. He cares about the community and I appreciate him being a part of Charlotte’s local business!"
Frequently Asked Questions
Most frequent questions and answers about our After School Program
Charlotte’s Best Summer Camp & After-School Program provides a safe, structured, and engaging environment where kids thrive. We offer exciting activities, martial arts, parkour, tumbling, literacy programming, and more – all at no extra cost. With over 20 years of experience, we focus on fun, personal growth, and character development in a fun, clean, and supportive atmosphere.
We are located at 3420 Saint Vardell Lane, Suite E, Charlotte, NC 28217. Our facility is designed for active learning and play, featuring large indoor spaces, safety mats, and age-appropriate equipment.
Our Summer Camp and After-School program welcomes elementary-aged kids (Kindergarten to 5th Grade). Participants are placed in age-based groups for almost all activities.
Please send your child with:
- A labeled water bottle filled with plain water
- A nut-free lunch and snacks
- Closed-toe shoes for active play
- Appropriate clothing for being outside
We do not provide meals. We do sell single snacks for one dollar. Parents must send a nut-free lunch (on full day camp days) and can choose to send nut-free snacks each day. However, we do offer Pizza Day and other special treats on occasion during summer camp.
We follow strict guidelines to keep kids safe. We schedule indoor breaks, hydration stations, and shaded play areas to ensure comfort and well-being on hot days. If the temperature drops below 35 degrees, we do not go outside. We do not go outside in heavy rain or snow.
We provide transportation from:
- Selwyn Elementary
- Dilworth Elementary
- Students in the CMS Blue Transportation Zone who attend a magnet school or program can be delivered to our facility by regular school bus. Please contact us for more information.
Our program runs from pickup at school dismissal until 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday.
Students participate in:
- Supervised Homework Time – Helps students stay on track
- Martial Arts, Parkour, and Tumbling – Included at no extra cost
- Fun & Structured Indoor/Outdoor Games – Encourages teamwork and social skills
You are welcome to send your own nut-free snacks, and we also offer single snacks for sale for one dollar. ALL snacks must be nut-free snacks.
Contact us for more details. You are always welcome to give us a call or text at (704) 333-4155
We keep your credit card on file for your convenience. We do not accept cash, vouchers, or any type of child care subsidies for tuition payments.
Yes! All staff undergo consistent training, background checks, and drug testing.
To ensure the health and safety of all students, sick children should stay home until they are symptom-free for at least 24 hours.
Families should expect that children will go outside for scheduled activities. We cannot accommodate individual requests to stay indoors.
We use positive reinforcement, structured guidance, and clear expectations to support positive behavior. If issues arise, we communicate with parents to develop a plan for success. In very rare instances, participants may be suspended or expelled from our program.