Volunteers are an essential part of providing a positive environment for the children here! KFA is the premier orange county program for gaining hands-on volunteer experience with special needs children in a clinical setting!

Volunteer Duties:

• Be a motivating coach for kids with Autism, Down Syndrome, and more!
• Learn to work physically hands-on with patients
• Learn and apply therapeutic use of self
• Create and be a part of exciting obstacle courses for kids!
• Teaching karate to children (Full training provided, no prior experience necessary)

Volunteer Benefits:

• Gain volunteer hours in a fun, active, and dynamic setting!
• Personal mentorship from experienced volunteers
• Improved ability to lead others in a team environment
• Preparation for the professional career field
• Develop incredible self-confidence
• Learn karate as a defensive martial art
• Experience working effectively in a team setting
• Earn a strong letter of recommendation from an established medical director

KFA is an approved academic site for:

• University of California, Irvine - Social Ecology Field Study
• University of California, Irvine - Public Health Practicum
• Cal State University, Fullerton - KNES/HESC/PUBH 495 Courses
• Cal State University, Fullerton - Dept. of Child & Adolescent Studies Practicum

Volunteer Shift Hours:

• Sunday 11:00am-2:00pm
• Monday 4:00-6:00pm
• Tuesday 4:00-8:00pm
• Wednesday 3:00-8:00pm
• Thursday 4:00-8:00pm
• Friday 4:00-8:00pm
• Saturday 9:00am-6:00pm

For all volunteer inquiries, please email Dima at kfavolunteer@gmail.com. Emails will be responded to within 1-2 business days. If interested in volunteering, please include your resume in your email. We look forward to hearing from you soon and have a great day!