Teaching kids Aikido can be both fun and disciplined by blending structured practice with playful learning.
Clear routines, respectful etiquette and consistent expectations – such as bowing, listening and taking turns – creates a sense of discipline and focus.
Our instructors praise effort, encourage cooperation instead of competition and introduce the kids to techniques and self control. This help the kids to learn discipline is not about strictness but about respect, safety and personal growth.
All our instructors are Dan grades (black belts) with nationally recognised coaching qualifications and fully DBS checked.
Discipline can be fun
timetable
Kids aged 6 yrs to 12 yrs old
Thursdays
6:30pm till 7:15pm
Please arrive 15 minutes before the session to allow for payments and ensure your child is ready for the session.
Parents are more than welcome to watch the session or wait in the centers foyer. Parents must not leave the center unless you have spoken to the Sensei taking the class.
Kids should wear comfortable trousers and t-shirt
Discipline can be fun
cost
Sessions are pay as you go
£5 per session
After 3 session if you wish to continue you will need to become a member.
Membership is £20 per year
GI (the outfit we wear) is around £25 – £30 currently
Gradings cost £10 (in addition to the session fee)
any stripes earnt are free
belt is £3
Grading opportunities are typically twice a year and Sensei will advice if your young person is ready for a grading