These classes introduce young children to the practice of martial arts. While classes are fun, our emphasis is on learning and not simply playing. Many schools take young children into "karate" lessons but instead of providing a structured educational experience, they turn it into playtime.
About Us-
Children of this age are quite capable of learning new skills and enjoying the benefits that come with martial arts practice. They simply need the right environment, patient instruction and a teacher who believes in the students ability to learn. I started teaching kids this age in 1979, I have some experience! Of course, raising my own children taught me a few things as well. My wife, Kimberly, has been teaching the kids classes with me for more than ten years. She also has an advanced degree in education and is a Rhode Island certified teacher.
Our Focus-
At this age we focus on developing strength and improving balance and muscle dexterity while learning to focus. We do not teach kids of this age group how to use techniques on other people. Instead we develop a foundation to make skills quickly functional once the children reach a higher level of maturity.
These classes provide a strong foundation for preparing children to enter our older kids classes. Many kids, now in their teens, began with us as five year olds in these very classes, and continue to grow with us into healthy, skillful and refined teenagers.
These classes meet Mondays and Saturdays.
(401) 762-2201 175 Eddie Dowling Hwy. (Rt. 146A, Park Square) North Smithfield, RI 02895