Ages 5–12
Youth Cadet
Program
Build the Foundation
A 7-year structured journey. Your child develops discipline, confidence, and character — not just kicks and punches — through the most comprehensive youth martial arts curriculum available anywhere.
The Problem
Most youth martial arts programs teach kicks.
They don't build kids.
No Structure Beyond Belt Colors
Most programs run out of curriculum within a year or two. Kids plateau, get bored, and quit. There's no long-term development plan.
Character is an Afterthought
Discipline, respect, and leadership are listed on the brochure but rarely woven into actual training. Physical technique gets priority over the whole child.
No Bridge to Adulthood
Youth programs end at 12 or 13 with nowhere to go. Kids who trained for years have to start over at an adult school — or just stop training.
The Blackstone Cadet program was built to solve all three. A 14-semester journey from age 5 through 12 that develops mind, body, and spirit — then seamlessly transitions into adult training.
Two Programs. One Journey.
What's Included
The Cadet program is split into two age-appropriate tracks that build on each other, creating a continuous development pipeline from early childhood through the teenage years.
Junior Cadet
3 Years · 6 Semesters
- Motor skills & balance development
- Instructions, respect, self-control
- Strength & coordination building
- Conduct, memory & safety
- Friendship & community
Cadet
4 Years · 8 Semesters
- Everything in Junior Cadet, plus:
- Leadership & goal setting
- Flexibility & acrobatics
- Partnered drills & teamwork
- Prepares for ANY martial arts style
Curriculum Structure
Five Pillars of Physical Development
Every drill serves a dual purpose: physical conditioning and martial application. Exercises are age-specific and presented as engaging challenges — teaching that hard work can be both demanding and rewarding.
Balance
Posture, Hands, Feet, Ground, Elevated, Spin
Agility
Obstacles, Combat, Drills, Plyometric, Acrobatic
Strength
Core, Arm, Leg, Feet, Grip, Long-term
Coordination
Dexterity, Hand-to-foot, Throw, Catch
Cardio
Run, Rope, Aerobic, Acrobatic
Skills and Drills are organized into three practice formats: Individual (solo technique), Paired (partner work), and Team (group challenges). Each builds different aspects of leadership, teamwork, and individual mastery.
From Parents Like You
Real Families. Real Results.
My son has been in the Cadet program for three years and the transformation has been incredible. Not just physically, but in his character and discipline. The character-based approach sets BMA apart from every other program we looked at.
We've tried local dojos and other online programs. Nothing compares to the structure and values BMA provides. The 14-semester curriculum means my kids won't outgrow it — they'll grow with it.
Membership
One Membership.
Complete Access.
Your subscription includes the full Cadet program plus access to all BMA curriculum — Fitness, Individual Martial Arts, and more.
Annual
$22.92/mo equivalent
- Core empty-hand curriculum
- Universal & Traditional Weapons
- Cadet/Youth program access
- Fitness program access
- Belt progression tracking
- Community access
- Save over $24 vs monthly
Monthly
Cancel anytime
- Core empty-hand curriculum
- Universal & Traditional Weapons
- Cadet/Youth program access
- Fitness program access
- Belt progression tracking
- Community access
- Cancel anytime
Instant access · Cancel anytime · All programs included
Common Questions
The program is split into two tracks: Junior Cadet for ages 5–7 (45-minute classes, 2–3 times per week) and Cadet for ages 8–12 (1-hour classes, 3–5 times per week). Together they provide 7 years of structured training.
BMA provides a complete, structured curriculum that most local schools lack — 14 semesters of progressive content covering fitness, character development, and martial arts foundations. Your child trains at their own pace with a system designed to prepare them for any martial arts style.
Parent involvement is encouraged and welcome. For Junior Cadets, parents are encouraged to help children practice requirements at home. Parent subscriptions are available so you can train alongside your child and understand their journey.
The Cadet program is specifically designed to feed into the adult BMA Fitness program (ages 13+) or the Individual Martial Arts curriculum. Your child won't have to start over — they transition with all the foundational skills they've developed.
Their Journey
Starts Today
Give your child a foundation that lasts a lifetime — discipline, confidence, and character built through the most comprehensive youth martial arts program available.