Martial Arts Discovery Camp - 2026 - Québec

The application period for Soldier On members wishing to participate in the Quebec Martial Arts Discovery Camp from December 8th to 10th 2026 is now open. The application deadline is Thursday Nov 26th at 16h00.

AIM AND SCOPE OF EVENT: 
Soldier On is organizing a 3 day Martial Arts Discovery Camp in collaboration with www.novagym.ca located in Québec City. During the camp, participants will be joined by qualified instructors and they will be able to discover and learn new skills in boxing, muay thai and jiu jitsu. Regardless of their skill level, up to 16 participants will have the opportunity to practice martial arts as part of their recovery, rehabilitation, and reintegration.

The number of Soldier On participants is limited to sixteen (16).

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA: 
Any serving member or veteran of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) from the Larger Québec City Region (within 90 min of car travel) who acquired a permanent physical or mental health illness or injury while enrolled as a member of the CAF; whether attributable or not to service.

Selected Serving members will require the approval of their Chain of Command to participate. 

DRAFT SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:

Dec 8th to 10th / 09h00 to 12h30 (team lunch on Dec 10th)

TRANSPORTATION & MEALS:
Participants are advised that transportation will not be provided by Soldier On for this event. Participants will be required to arrange their own travel to and from the event location. We recommend that participants bring their own water bottle and snacks. Soldier On will organise a team lunch on the last day of the camp.

Mental & Physical Requirements:
Applicants must be able to tolerate 3,5 hours of moderate to high indoor paced activities for 3 days in a row. Due to the busy activity schedule, applicants must have a limited requirement for rest throughout the day. Participants must have the ability to follow instructions. Applicants will be joined with other ill/injured members and civilians and therefore should be able to function in a social environment.