The Harmony Center — making a positive difference

In business for over 20 years, and winners of multiple Readers’ Choice Awards, The Harmony Center in Pickering believes that we can make a positive difference in the world — one student at a time. This terrific Martial Arts school offers something to suit everyone’s needs and people of all ages. They offer Karate, Kickboxing, and Tae Kwon Do and have recently launched the ZUMBA program. Other services include the Kasper program (Kids After School Program with Effective Results) plus summer and March break camps.

Children are our greatest assets and they deserve the best start in life we can give them. Training in martial arts will greatly benefit your child through its discipline and guidance. Discipline is a fundamental foundation upon which a well balanced child’s life is based.
At Harmony Center:

• We teach children to be confident and have the “Yes I Can” attitude;
• We help in development, balance, and co-ordination;
• We help them strengthen their minds in order to succeed in school;
• We teach them how positive life can be, if they learn to think positively;
• We let the children have fun as they learn the martial arts.

The following programs are offered at the centre’s beautifully designed, air conditioned,  modern 4,000 sq. ft. dojo:

K.A.S.P.E.R
(Kids After School Program with Effective Results)
Designed for ages six to 13 this program features daily homework time, daily martial arts training and organized activities

Kickboxing
Cardio kickboxing classes usually start with 10 to 15 minutes of warm-ups, which may include stretching and traditional exercises such as jumping jacks and push-ups, followed by a 30-minute kickboxing session that includes movements such as knee strikes, kicks, and punches. Some instructors may use equipment like punching bags or jump ropes.

Karate
In a nutshell, karate is a martial art of Japanese origin that deals with attacks through evasive body movements and/or blocking, and counter attacks using kicks, punches and strikes. Joint locks, restraints and takedowns are also used, but to a lesser extent. People variously practice it as a form of self-defense, a way of keeping healthy and a sport. Karate is offered for the whole family: Kids classes, beginners, advanced adults and family classes.

Tae Kwon Do
Tae Kwon Do is a modern martial art, characterized by its fast, high and spinning kicks. They offer Tae Kwon Do for both kids and adults. 

Zumba®
Zumba® is a fun aerobic workout which we all know works. But it’s more fun, which will make you stick with the program until you get results.
In addition, the centre also offers yoga classes and a superb Boot Camp!

Summer Camp
Affiliated with the International Karate Association, The Harmony Centre also offers an outstanding summer camp for children. The programs includes self-defense  and ‘street/bully-proofing, daily martial arts lesson, one full day field trip, daily Air Zone Time, daily arts and crafts, indoor and outdoor play, all featured in air-conditioned facilities and supervised by experienced staff. Extended hours available.
Private lessons available upon request.

We love seeing your smiling faces at the centre. Drop by anytime and try a class on us (and we promise no commitment or pressure until you are ready). For further information, visit http://www.theharmonycenter.ca/ or drop by for a visit 1095 Kingston Road, Pickering or call 905-839-FITT (3488).