Class schedules

Kids classes are tailored to suit the developmental needs and abilities of younger practitioners. Each class focuses on teaching age-appropriate skills while fostering a positive environment for learning and personal growth. Kids classes cycle weekly to different arts. Here’s what you can typically expect from each type of class:

Kids’ Muay Thai 

1. Warm-Up and Conditioning:

   • Fun Exercises: Classes usually begin with playful warm-up exercises to get kids moving and excited. This may include running games, agility drills, and basic conditioning exercises.
   • Basic Fitness: Exercises to build strength, flexibility, and coordination are incorporated in a fun, engaging way.

2. Skill Development:

   • Basic Techniques: Kids learn fundamental Muay Thai techniques such as punches, kicks, elbows, and knee strikes. These are broken down into simple, easy-to-understand steps.
   • Pad Work: Kids practice striking techniques on focus pads or mitts held by instructors, which helps them develop accuracy and power while keeping them engaged.
   • Shadowboxing: Practicing techniques in the air to improve form and coordination.
     
     

3. Cool Down and Review:

   • Stretching: Gentle stretching exercises to cool down and prevent injury.
   • Recap: Review of what was learned during the class, and sometimes a brief discussion about the importance of the techniques and values taught.

Kids’ Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) Class

1. Warm-Up and Conditioning:

   • Playful Exercises: Fun warm-up activities that help improve agility, coordination, and overall fitness. This might include games that involve rolling, jumping, and crawling.
   • Basic Movements: Drills to develop fundamental BJJ movements such as bridging, shrimping, and rolling.

2. Technique Instruction:

   • Basic Techniques: Kids learn fundamental BJJ techniques such as positional control, escapes, and submissions. Techniques are taught in a simplified manner to match their developmental level.
   • Drills: Partner drills to practice techniques, focusing on correct form and application.

3. Rolling and Sparring:

   • Controlled Rolling: Light, controlled rolling or sparring where kids practice techniques with a partner in a safe, supervised manner. The focus is on applying techniques rather than winning.
   • Positional Sparring: Working from specific positions to practice transitions and submissions in a controlled environment.

4. Self-Defense and Discipline:

   • Respect and Sportsmanship: Emphasis on respecting teammates, listening to instructors, and displaying good sportsmanship.
   • Problem-Solving: Encouraging kids to use their techniques and think critically during rolling sessions.
     
     

Both types of classes are designed to be engaging and age-appropriate, promoting not just skill development but also confidence, respect, and discipline. They provide a structured environment where kids can learn martial arts in a safe, supportive, and fun way.