Anti-Bullying Camp in Los Angeles
Imagine your child returning to school in the fall not just safer, but truly stronger—equipped with renewed confidence, skills to help resolve conflict, and martial arts skills to stand up to bullying and defend themselves if necessary. There’s actually a Camp for that!
Welcome, parents, to AntiBullyingCamp.com, where we transform lives and have been empowering kids against aggressive behaviors like bullying, for the last 12 years!
We've seen firsthand the devastating impact that bullying can have despite the best efforts of caring teachers and school administrators. We're here to offer a proven solution that nurtures resilience, confidence, and vital life skills. Recent stories about bullying in our schools underscore the urgent need for proactive measures, an educated holistic approach, and a strong support system. At AntiBullyingCamp.com, we go beyond addressing physical threats. We equip kids with the social & communication skills they’ll need to navigate friendships and the complexities of verbal & social bullying, which are the most common forms of aggression that kids encounter at school. And the skills & tools they learn for dealing with bullying in person can be effective against cyberbullying, the technologically enhanced version of both.
Voted the Best Specialty Sports Camp in Los Angeles for the 2nd consecutive year
Our carefully curated activities integrate martial arts & esteem building activities with Improv exercises and role-playing scenarios. Constructive group discussions and impactful leadership activities may include other activities like science, arts & crafts and even rock climbing! This year, we’re proud to be the only Camp to host a Child Abduction Prevention Class led by IMPACT Personal Safety (impactpersonalsafety.com) to keep your kids safe from predatory behaviors by adults too!
Our campers develop a heightened awareness, impenetrable self-esteem, and practical strategies to confidently address bullying and other aggressive behaviors. This isn't just a camp; it's an empowering investment in your child's future. Discover the AntiBullyingCamp.com difference today and give your child the gift of lasting confidence and safety!
What Is the Anti-Bullying Camp?
It’s a life-changing experience that teaches real-world skills to help kids break the cycle of bullying.
In our origin story, we set out to prevent bullying. But if we acknowledge that aggressive behavior is as intrinsic to human nature as severe storms are to climate, then our impossible mission to eradicate bullying had to evolve from prevention to preparation: If we can teach kids to recognize aggression, much like weather forecasters can recognize oncoming storms, then we can outfit them with the tools & skills to layer up and keep themselves safe from a storm’s onslaught:
- By intentionally teaching and practicing Soft Skills (https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2015/12/17/459873281/learning-soft-skills-in-childhood-can-prevent-harder-problems-later) like Communication, Empathy, and Teamwork (among others), we equip kids with the tools they need to navigate social situations, to keep aggressive behaviors from escalating, and how to respond effectively if it occurs, fostering a more inclusive and respectful environment. If your child isn’t an Upstander Kid yet, you’d have more peace of mind as a parent knowing that your child is friends with one!
- By integrating practical Hard Skills like Martial Arts and Self Defense, our Camp provides kids with a set of tools to interact positively and effectively with peers, but to also know what to do in specific situations to increase their confidence & overall safety, and develop the ability to navigate challenging environments.
Led by experienced martial arts instructors and certified anti-bullying educators, this program goes beyond traditional self-defense. We foster empathy, courage, and a strong sense of self-worth in every participant.
Empowerment & Self-Defense Skills for Every Confidence Level
Our camp starts with core lessons designed to build confidence, communication, and self-protection skills from the ground up.
Self-Esteem
Understanding Personal Space is essential for kids' social-emotional development and is a foundational building block for confident Boundary Setting. Understanding physical boundaries is crucial for kids before they can effectively say "NO" to protect themselves. Kids learn to recognize and describe how discomfort feels in their body en route to learning about body ownership & body autonomy in respectful interactions.
Social Skills
Boundaries are an active safety measure, and learning to set them is a vital skill that we teach before mindfulness practices. Prioritizing active self-protection and empowerment, we teach kids how to confidently communicate their limits. Strong personal boundaries equip kids to resolve conflicts before they escalate to bullying, fostering resilience and self-advocacy. Strong Boundaries allow us to take down the walls we've built to protect ourselves.
Boundary Setting
Mindfulness provides a crucial mental and emotional foundation to empowerment. Building inner strength and strategic thinking precede physical action. Emotional regulation, situational awareness and impulse control are vital to mindful thinking, and can lead to smarter decisions, de-escalating conflicts and building inner confidence before choosing what type of action to take. Standing up to bullying doesn't always have to be confrontational.
Who Should Attend?
For children ages 6–12 who want to feel more confident in school and in life.
Whether your child has been affected by bullying or simply wants to build strong communication and leadership skills, this camp is for them. No prior martial arts experience is necessary. Our team creates a safe, supportive environment where kids of all backgrounds and skill levels are welcome.
Mindfulness
Campers practice mindfulness to build focus, manage stress, control impulses, and respond calmly—while strengthening empathy, kindness, and compassion.
Team Sports
Team sports teach kids teamwork, leadership, communication, and resilience—showing that success and failure both offer valuable lessons.
Martial Arts
Campers gain body awareness, boundary-setting skills, confidence, and focus while learning Judo, Taekwondo, Hapkido, and FMA from a former Power Rangers stunt pro!
And So Much More!
From improv games and dance parties to science experiments, arts and crafts, and calming meditation sessions—our camp keeps kids engaged, creative, and having fun every step of the way!
Why Choose Alonzo Martial Arts?
Where personal growth meets practical skills.
At Alonzo Martial Arts, we don’t just teach self-defense—we teach confidence, empathy, and resilience. Our Anti-Bullying Camp is rooted in the belief that every child deserves to feel safe, strong, and heard. Through a powerful mix of martial arts, role-play, group discussion, and hands-on activities, campers learn how to recognize bullying, respond with confidence, and support others with compassion. They’ll gain tools to set boundaries, manage emotions, and speak up for themselves in any environment—skills that last far beyond the camp experience.
Our Goal
At Alonzo Martial Arts, our goal is to create a safe, empowering space where kids can grow into confident, compassionate leaders. Through our Anti-Bullying Camp, we aim to give every child the tools to stand up for themselves and others, handle challenges with courage, and build lasting self-esteem. We believe that when kids feel strong and supported, they become unstoppable—on the mat, in the classroom, and in life.