Children's Aikido

子供

CHILDREN AIKIDO

Aikido is a martial art of overcoming strength with weakness and hardness with softness — a highly practical self-defense skill. A child's sense of movement begins to develop around ages 4–5, making it ideal to start from a young age.

Girls, who may be at a disadvantage in raw strength and aggression, can especially gain self-defense skills through Aikido. Aikido practice includes many protective movements (ukemi), helping children learn how to protect themselves in dangerous situations such as accidental falls.

Aikido emphasizes joint locks and throwing techniques, with endless variations that require adapting to the opponent's different attacks — a martial art well suited to children who like to think. Every child who comes to practice not only builds a strong body, but also gains rewards in mind and spirit from Aikido's principles.

Thus, strength is the prerequisite for executing techniques, and technique is the guarantee for using strength efficiently — neither can be dispensed with. Rather than debating which is superior, strength or technique, it is better to take action now and improve yourself.

特色

5 Key Training Areas

5 KEY TRAINING AREAS

Etiquette & Shape

★ Etiquette and Posture

From the very start of practice, Aikido requires etiquette and proper footwork, with a complete set of ceremonial rules. One must bow upon entering the dojo, sit formally (seiza) and listen attentively during instruction, thank one's partner after practice, and bow to the teacher and the Founder. Aikido also demands an upright posture and steady steps, placing great emphasis on good form.

Private Defence

★ Safety Awareness (also suitable for girls)

Do not forget that Aikido is a martial art of overcoming strength with weakness and hardness with softness — a highly practical self-defense skill. Girls, who may be at a disadvantage in raw strength, can especially gain self-defense abilities through Aikido.

Emergency Protection

★ Building Emergency Response

Aikido practice includes many protective movements, known in technical terms as 'ukemi.' Mastering these helps children learn how to protect themselves in dangerous situations such as accidental falls, minimizing the harm caused by unexpected tumbles.

Think Deeply

★ Thinking It Through

Unlike other striking-based martial arts, Aikido emphasizes joint locks and throws, with endless variations requiring adaptation to the opponent's different attacks — a martial art well suited to children who enjoy thinking. Every child who practices not only builds a strong body, but also gains rewards in mind and spirit from Aikido's principles.

Backbone

★ Courage, Confidence, and Facing Challenges

Every martial art involves grueling physical training and constant repetition. As children gain a sense of achievement in the art, they also build patience and willpower — qualities that are most indispensable in the 21st century.

Grading Standards

Children's Promotion Grading Standards

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Dojo Etiquette

Please read carefully before your first class

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時間

Training Schedule

CHILDREN SCHEDULE

Day

Time

Location

水Wednesday

18:00 - 19:00

Yueda International Dojo

日Sunday

13:00 - 14:30

Yueda International Dojo

Training Fee

¥200 / session

Address: 17G, Building B, Yueda International Plaza, 1118 Changshou Rd

先生

Children's Class Instructors

CHILDREN'S INSTRUCTOR

Xiang Yongming

Aikikai 5th Dan

Tania

Aikikai 3rd Dan

体験

Start Your Child's Aikido Journey

START THE JOURNEY

We welcome you to book a trial Children's Aikido class and experience Aikido's charm firsthand. Our instructors will provide the most suitable training plan based on your child's age and experience.

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