ABOUT PATENAUDE MARTIAL ARTS
Patenaude Martial Arts is a family owned and operated Martial Arts school with locations in Eastern Ontario and Quebec. Founded by Sijo Jacques Patenaude in 1975, it has grown to become the largest and most successful chain of Kung-Fu schools in Canada.
Orleans Martial Arts is an integral part of the Patenaude family, serving the men, women and children of Orleans. Our commitment to all students is to always provide personal, effective and fun training. To learn more about PMA, find other locations, or to contact us, click here to visit PatenaudeMartialArts.ca
Why “Kids Martial Arts near Orléans Ottawa” at Patenaude Martial Arts Stands Out in Orleans
Are you searching for kids martial arts near Orléans, Ottawa? Look no further than Patenaude Martial Arts Orleans. As the first Kung-Fu based martial arts school in the Ottawa Valley—and part of the trusted Patenaude network founded in 1975—PMA brings over 46 years of experience to training local children in self‑defense, fitness, and confidence developmentYouTube+12Orleans Patenaude Martial Arts & Fitness+12Facebook+12.
Serving Orleans Families and Beyond
Located in Orléans (2035 Lanthier Dr., Unit 4), PMA’s Orleans location offers easy access to families in Orleans, Gloucester, Navan, Rockland, Cumberland, and the broader Ottawa areaWellnessLiving+1Yelp+1. This makes us a top-ranked result for searches like karate near Orléans Ottawa or kids martial arts near me in Ottawa—especially in eastern neighbourhoods.
What Makes “Kids Martial Arts Orléans” Exceptional?
1. Expert Instructors Trained for Young Learners
Our team is patient, encouraging, and specifically trained in working with children. Reviews highlight how instructors bring positive and fun energy to each session, keeping kids engaged and developing focus and fitness simultaneouslyReddit+1Reddit+1WellnessLiving.
2. Age‑Appropriate Curriculum for Kids Martial Arts Training
From Little Dragons (ages 4–5) to Kids Kung‑Fu (ages 6–11) and onward, classes are tailored for each developmental stage. Skills include balance, coordination, martial arts fundamentals, and self‑defense techniquesOrleans Patenaude Martial Arts & Fitness.
3. A Family‑Friendly Atmosphere
As a community-rooted martial arts school with multiple Ottawa and Eastern Ontario locations, PMA emphasizes safety, fun, and personal growth for children of all backgroundsFacebook+11Orleans Patenaude Martial Arts & Fitness+11Orleans Patenaude Martial Arts & Fitness+11.
Key Benefits of Kids Martial Arts Classes at PMA Orleans
What Local Parents Are Saying
On local listings and community forums, Patenaude Martial Arts consistently ranks highly among schools offering martial arts for kids in Ottawa’s east end. As one Reddit thread noted:
How to Choose the Best Kids Martial Arts Program
If you’re searching for kids martial arts Ottawa, martial arts Orleans, or karate Orleans for kids, consider these questions:
Does the school offer a Free 7-Day Training Pass so your child can experience it risk-free? PMA Orleans does.Orleans Patenaude Martial Arts & Fitness
Are instructors certified and experienced in teaching children?
Is the curriculum designed for progressive skill building with focus on fun and safety?
Does the location serve your area (Orleans, Gloucester, Navan, Rockland, Cumberland)?
✅ Final Thoughts
If you’re in Orléans or nearby Gloucester, Navan, Rockland, or Cumberland and you’ve been googling “kids martial arts near Orléans Ottawa” or “karate near Orléans Ottawa”, the answer is clear: Patenaude Martial Arts Orleans offers one of the most trusted, kid-friendly martial arts programs in Ottawa.
Ready to see for yourself? You can celebrate:
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Join the community where Ottawa parents already trust us for their kids’ martial arts training!
Most effective tactics to prevent a sexual assault
Sexual assault
Do you think sexual assault/ rape is still a common violent act in this day and age?
Some frustrating statistics shown below will show that this cowardly act is still very much happening in our society!! The part that people think is that it is happening in dark allies, masked men, the reality of it all is that it’s the people you know, a friend, an acquaintance, intoxication and a party etc… that are moments when you are less vigilant that these acts happen.
Sexual Assault Statistics in Canada
A Numerical Representation of the Truth
Of every 100 incidents of sexual assault, only 6 are reported to the police
1 – 2% of “date rape” sexual assaults are reported to the police
1 in 4 North American women will be sexually assaulted during their lifetime
11% of women have physical injury resulting for sexual assault
60% of sexual abuse/assault victims are under the age of 17
over 80% of sex crime victims are women
80% of sexual assault incidents occur in the home
15% of sexual assault victims are boys under 16
half of all sexual offenders are married or in long term relationships
57% of aboriginal women have been sexually abused
1/5th of all sexual assaults involve a weapon of some sort
80% of assailants are friends and family of the victim
When I read these numbers I had a feeling of anger in my stomach and a strong desire to give all women an empowering session of self-protection. I mean how can there still be incidents that are still happening at the rate shown above!! How can we protect the women in our life, well more importantly is how can we teach and educate the women in our life to protect themselves at all times. Now I don’t just mean learning how to punch, kick and grapple. I mean how to empower women and give them street tactics to prevent those awful acts in the first place.
We are getting set to lead a big group of women this weekend on April 22nd 2017 and you should be strongly considering enrolling yourself or someone you know in this powerful seminar that can change the outcome of a sexual assault/ rape. What value does that have to you?
Most effective tactics to prevent a sexual assault
What to expect at our seminar is a strong feeling of empowerment in a no bullshit approach to protecting yourself. Sign up at http://orleans.patenaudemartialarts.com
Sifu Christine Patenaude will be leading this seminar.
Below is few testimonials of women who have had certain situations and their training and demonstration of self-empowerment came to fruition:
“A man at the bus stop was invading my space and . . . using ploys to see if I would do what he asked. He acted like he was joking with me and grabbed my arm near my wrist. I used the wrist release I learned and said loudly for him to leave me alone. . . . I think if I had been less resistant he would have taken it further.”
“I was at a football game and this drunk guy was stomping all over the place and he put his arm around me. Normally I wouldn’t say anything. I was just like, ‘Oh, whatever, you know, he’s just drunk. Let it go.’ But I actually spoke up and said, ‘Get your hand off of me.’ That’s something I would have never done before. He was, ‘Oh, I’m sorry. I didn’t mean to . . . ’ So it worked. That’s a really small thing, but to me it was just so empowering.”
Can you relate to those women? Can you see that self-protection doesn’t mean violence? Self-protection starts with protecting yourself in various forms.
“..the will to live and fighting spirit is the most important thing for a person to have when in danger. Skills are important, but will is the fuel for protecting yourself, with or without formal training.”- Ellen Snortland, author of Beauty Bites Beast, Awakening the Warrior Within Women and Girls.
How parents can inspire Teens
How parents can inspire Teens
The teenager years!! (Grey hair, migraines, boyfriends, girlfriends, lack of motivation,frustration ahead possibly !!)
Do you remember yours?
Did it feel so complicated and frustrating like it is today when your the parent?
Here are 10 ways you can lead your teens into a successful life:
#1 Showing interest in a teens life on a daily basis. I always ask how their day was or if they attended an event ask about it but knowing when to stop. Showing interest, not interrogating. This shows them that they matter and also opens the doors to communication. (Start this young and keep the habit)
#2 They like when I’m silly or just plain weird really just having fun. Embrace your inner child and have a blast! Don’t be afraid of letting the child within you come out and play. It is important to know when to act like this and when not to!
#3 Be willing to listen to their music. It’s fun to belt it out with them too! Watch movies or shows with them even if it’s not something you would choose to watch yourself. (I know this can be hard when they are teens sometimes)
#4 Speak words of encouragement into them often. Build them up and refrain from labeling them. They are not their behavior but may become it if we expect nothing else from them. Even better is leading by example with your actions. That goes a long way for any positive or negative behaviour.
#5 Be your teens biggest cheerleader!(Within reason obviously, DON’T embarrass them or it will have negative counter effects) Show up to their performances and games even if it’s in an area where you really have no interest. It’s important to them so it should be important to you. It’s all about them feeling like you care and are there for them always.
#6 Teens care so much about what their friends think. When you intentionally encourage their friends and they respond with “dude your parents are cool”, you just earned even more street cred (respect) in the eyes of your teen.
#7 Capture great moments on social media **(Caution : make sure they approve all pics or videos before posting to avoid major meltdowns)**. Nobody uses photo albums any more so be intentional about capturing moments with your teen and posting them on your account and theirs. It’s planting seeds of love in their long term memory when you do it.
#8 Host events at your house for your teens. This could be a study group, movie night, or any reason your teen could use to invite friends over. Be the best host you can be when it happens. (Keep a high level of interest in their friend influences.
#9 Be intentional on long road trips, family vacations and have music, CD’s, and movies to listen/watch and discuss them. Compare and contrast together what you liked and didn’t like. Make sure to use the long drives to sometimes turn off all music and electronics and talk. Make all communication easy and encouraged to be able to share when things possibly get rough.
#10 Read . There are lots of great ideas in books. Be the best you can be and everything will fall into place. Demand excellence of yourself first and this influence will rub on them too.
**Bonus tip:
Do an activity such as martial arts together to share the experience, get the same benefits and have a strong platform of conversation.
“Families that kick together, stick together”