Winter Break Camp 2026: Off School Dec 21 to Jan 1?
Working parents need a reliable, safe, and fun place for their kids over winter break. Our full-day Hawthorne camp is packed with martial arts, STEAM activities, and more…
Perfect for Kids Who:
✅ Are full of energy and love to move
✅ Could use a confidence boost or social connection
✅ Are new to martial arts (no experience needed!)
✅ Loved our Summer Camp… or missed it but wanted to try!
Whether you're from Hawthorne, El Segundo, Redondo Beach, Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach, Lawndale, Gardena, Torrance, Playa Del Rey, Playa Vista, or Palos Verdes, our winter break camp is a convenient, trusted school holiday option just minutes from you.
Why Parents Love It:
Parents call our camps “the best day ever” for their kids: a screen-free day packed with growth, laughter, and life skills.
Full-day coverage from 8:30am to 5pm, and you can book one day, a few, or all seven.
Winter Break Camp 2026: Dates, Hours & Ages
School’s out for winter break… but work definitely isn’t. And the last thing you want is your kiddo spending two straight weeks glued to a screen, bored, disconnected, and melting into the couch.
Let us help.
Systems Training Center hosts the BEST WINTER CAMP: a hands-on, movement-filled, creativity-boosting day that gets kids OFF screens and fully engaged with real-world fun.
Small groups. Big energy. Tons of enrichment.
And zero guilt for parents.
Your child will spend their days building, creating, learning new skills, moving their bodies, meeting new friends, and actually using their imagination instead of swiping through another algorithm. Meanwhile, you get to work (or breathe!) knowing they’re safe, active, and happy.
Dates:
• Monday, Dec 21
• Tuesday, Dec 22
• Wednesday, Dec 23
• Monday, Dec 28
• Tuesday, Dec 29
• Wednesday, Dec 30
• Thursday, Dec 31
Closed Dec 24, Dec 25 and Jan 1
(Join for 1 day, a few, or all 7!)
Camp Hours: 8:30am to 5pm
Ages: 5 to 12
Location: Systems Training Center, 13040 Hawthorne Blvd, Hawthorne, CA 90250
Pricing:
$99 a day
$89 a day early bird pricing for the first 12 families
Spots are very limited: only 25 kids per day. We intentionally keep camp small for safety, connection, and real engagement. Winter break always fills up fast, so grab your child’s spot while they’re still available.
Let’s trade screen-time for skill-building, boredom for creativity, and couch-potato days for movement, confidence, and connection.
Register now and enjoy a stress-free holiday break knowing your kiddo is thriving, not scrolling.
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Secure Your Child’s Spot Today!
We’re running two action-packed weeks of creativity, movement, martial arts, STEM activities, and hands-on fun. Small groups, tons of engagement, zero screen time. Your kid stays active and connected, and you get peace of mind.
Join for 1 day, a few, or all 7!
Dates: Dec 21, 22, 23, 28, 29, 30, 31 (closed Dec 24, 25 and Jan 1)
Hours: 8:30am to 5pm
Ages: 5 to 12
Location: Systems Training Center, 13040 Hawthorne Blvd, Hawthorne, CA 90250
Pricing:
$99 a day
$89 a day for the first 12 families
Only 25 spots each day.
Spots stay intentionally small and fill fast. If you want a break without guilt about screens, and a kid who comes home tired, happy, and inspired, register now and secure your spot.
Give your child a day of fun, focus, and confidence this Winter Break.
Systems Training Center’s Winter Break Camp is a full-day camp in Hawthorne for kids ages 5 to 12. Book one day, a few, or all seven so your kids stay active, make friends, and have an absolute blast over the holidays.
Led by our certified martial arts instructors, campers build strength, discipline, and teamwork through martial arts, obstacle courses, games, creative challenges, and confidence-boosting activities. No experience required!
Plus, our in-house face painter is ready to bring your child’s imagination to life with holiday and winter-themed designs.
Pick any days, or join for all 7!
Week 1: Mon Dec 21, Tue Dec 22, Wed Dec 23
Week 2: Mon Dec 28, Tue Dec 29, Wed Dec 30, Thu Dec 31
Closed: Dec 24, Dec 25 and Jan 1
Camp Hours: 8:30am to 5pm
Ages: 5 to 12
Location: Systems Training Center, 13040 Hawthorne Blvd, Hawthorne, CA 90250
Winter Camp Pricing
$99 per day
Early bird: $89 per day for the first 12 families
Only 25 spots each day
🧠 What’s Included:
💥 Martial Arts & Movement Training: Build focus, fitness, and coordination
🎯 Obstacle Courses & Games: Fun, high-energy challenges that build resilience
🤝 Teamwork & Respect Lessons: Life skills taught through hands-on activities
🎨 Creative Challenges: Boost creativity and problem-solving skills
🥪 Social Time & Lunch Breaks: Relaxed environment for kids to connect and recharge
❤️ Why Parents Love It:
Safe, structured, and screen-free fun
Builds confidence, focus, and discipline
Run by experienced, caring instructors
A perfect alternative to staying home on school holidays
Limited spots for personalized attention
🕘 Details:
Dates: December 21, 22, 23, 28, 29, 30 and 31, 2026 (closed Dec 24, 25 and Jan 1)
Time: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Ages: 5 to 12
Location: Systems Training Center, 13040 Hawthorne Blvd, Hawthorne, CA 90250
What to Bring: Lunch, water bottle, comfortable athletic clothes
Activities Overview
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🥋 Kickboxing
Empower your child with fast-paced, fun, and age-appropriate kickboxing sessions that build coordination, discipline, and self-confidence in a supportive environment.
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🥷 Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Led by professional coaches, our BJJ classes help kids develop focus, respect, and resilience — all while learning one of the world’s most effective martial arts.
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🧗 Ninja Obstacle Courses
Challenge accepted! Kids will run, jump, climb, and conquer obstacles in our ninja-style courses designed to build strength, agility, and a can-do attitude.
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🧠 STEAM Challenges
From building bridges to creative science experiments, our STEAM-based projects inspire innovation and problem-solving through hands-on exploration.
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✋ Hands-On Learning
Our kids get their hands dirty and their brains working with a variety of age appropriate activities that spark the mind and curiosity.
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🎨 Face Painting
Kids absolutely love our in-house face painter. They can express themselves in which every way they like. From simple designs to complex creations, if they can dream it, we can do it.
What Parents Are Saying
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“My daughter takes martial arts here and absolutely loves the instructors. When I heard about the full-day summer camp, I signed her up immediately! It’s the perfect combo of fun, structure, and trust.” – Maria L., Redondo Beach | Mom of 6-year-old
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“As a working dad, the 9–4 schedule is a lifesaver. My son came home tired and smiling every day during their spring break week — can’t wait to give him the full 8-week experience.” – James D., El Segundo | Dad of 9-year-old
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“We’ve done a lot of camps in the South Bay, but Systems Training Center just gets it. The mix of physical activity and mental challenges is exactly what my 10-year-old needed.” – Sophia R., Manhattan Beach | Mom of 2
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