Zenith Stand Strong | Kids Boxing and Muay Thai in Markham (Ages 8 to 12)
Ages 8 to 12 · Markham · Beginners welcome

Strong body. Steady mind. A kid who knows they belong.

Zenith Stand Strong is our boxing and Muay Thai program for kids 8 to 12. Real technique, real confidence and the leadership skills that carry into school, home and everything else.

★★★★★ 5.0 on Google
Brand new facility and equipment
Two head coaches who care
Boxing and Muay Thai
Why parents choose Zenith

More than a martial arts class

Every session builds skill on the mats and character everywhere else. Here is what parents tell us they notice first.

Confidence

Kids stand taller at school, at home and with friends once they see what they are capable of.

Focus and discipline

Structured classes teach kids to settle, listen and follow through. Parents tell us they see it in homework too.

Self-defence and anti-bullying

Practical skills and the calm to walk away, woven into every class. We teach kids to handle pressure, not cause it.

Leadership for life

The character and composure that make a young leader, built one class at a time.

The program

Zenith Stand Strong

One program. Two arts. Kids 8 to 12 build a foundation in both boxing and Muay Thai, taught in a safe and structured way by coaches who genuinely care about how your child grows.

Tuesday · Thursday · Saturday

Kids Boxing

Boxing fundamentals built for young athletes. Footwork, combinations and the discipline, respect and focus that make a great athlete. Self-defence awareness and anti-bullying values are part of every session.

Monday · Wednesday · Friday

Kids Muay Thai

The art of eight limbs introduced in a safe, age-appropriate way. Kids learn punches, kicks, knees and elbows through guided drills and partner work, with discipline and leadership anchoring every class.

About sparring. Once a week a class may include a light, controlled sparring component, only when a student is individually ready and always closely refereed by two coaches. No child is ever pushed before they are ready. We take care of each other here.

The Zenith way

Six things every child grows here

Martial arts is the vehicle. Character is the point. These are the qualities we build in every kid, class after class.

01

Composure

Staying calm and thinking clearly under pressure.

02

Adaptability

Adjusting, recovering and finding a way forward.

03

Focus and Precision

Full attention on the task, done well.

04

Energy and Recovery

Training hard, then resting and resetting.

05

Integrity and Purpose

Doing the right thing and knowing why it matters.

06

Mastery

Steady progress through effort, not shortcuts.

Here, failure is information, not humiliation. Kids are developed through pressure, not crushed by it.

Meet the coaches

Coaches who treat your kid like their own

Skill matters. So does care. Pete and Moe bring both to every class.

Head Boxing Coach

Pete Wiltshire

Patient, technical and endlessly encouraging, Coach Pete meets every kid exactly where they are and builds them up from there. Parents consistently point to his patience and how much their kids look forward to his classes.

Head Muay Thai Coach

Moe El-Astal

Known for his care as much as his craft, Coach Moe brings 100 percent to every class and treats every student like they matter, because to him they do. He teaches gratitude and respect right alongside technique.

From our community

What parents are saying

★★★★★

"Have worked with Coach Moe and Coach Pete for over a year and I can tell you they are the best in the business when it comes to coaching young kids. They are both patient, understanding and knowledgeable in the arts they teach. I would 100 percent recommend Zenith to any parent wanting to enroll their child. Brand new facilities with new equipment give it a fresh feel."

Sunny Parent
★★★★★

"Coach Moe is an incredible trainer. He took my son from zero experience to a highly technical student within 18 months. What truly sets him apart is his dedication. He goes above and beyond, showing genuine care for my son's growth. We are so grateful and highly recommend him to anyone looking for a dedicated coach."

Tony Parent
★★★★★

"He treats everyone equally and with the utmost respect. He teaches gratitude and kindness, which reaches far beyond martial arts. This man treats his students like they are his kids. In my worst times he kept checking up on me to see how I was doing. When nobody is there, Coach Moe is."

Zenith member On Coach Moe
Weekly kids schedule

Easy times that fit the family

Weekday classes run right after school hours so drop off and pick up are simple.

Monday
Kids Muay Thai5:45 – 6:45 PM
Tuesday
Kids Boxing5:45 – 6:45 PM
Wednesday
Kids Muay Thai5:45 – 6:45 PM
Thursday
Kids Boxing5:45 – 6:45 PM
Friday
Kids Muay Thai5:45 – 6:45 PM
Showdown Saturday
Kids Boxing10:00 - 11:00 AM

Kids can train in one art or both. Come as often as your membership allows.

Membership

Simple pricing, better with siblings

Start with a free class. When you are ready, one monthly membership gives your child unlimited access to their classes. The more of your kids who train, the less each membership costs.

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Free trial class

$0

Come see if it is the right fit. No pressure and no commitment. Just bring your child and we will take care of the rest.

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Monthly membership

Unlimited kids classes

  • 1 child$175 / mo
  • 2 children$165 / mo each
  • 3 or more children$155 / mo each

Sibling pricing applies automatically as more of your kids join. Ask us about the details when you visit.

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New to martial arts? Perfect. Most of our kids started with zero experience. Students arrive at different levels and you belong here.
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When your child is ready

The competition team

For kids who want to take on more, the competition team is a next step and never a requirement. These are members who take on more pressure and responsibility and help elevate the whole room. There is no rush. Every child moves at their own pace.

A pathwayNot a tier
Your child's first class is free

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See a class, meet the coaches and let your child feel what it is like to belong here. It takes two minutes to book.

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138 Anderson Ave Unit 12, Markham, Ontario
ZENITH MARTIAL ARTS & LEADERSHIP
Where Mind Meets Might
138 Anderson Ave Unit 12, Markham, Ontario
905-739-7876 · zenithma.ca