Infant Karate Programme: Building Strong Bodies and Minds
This programme is designed to introduce infants (ages 3-6) to the fundamentals of karate in an engaging and age-appropriate manner. While focusing on movement, coordination, and gentle martial arts techniques, the curriculum emphasizes soft skills development, including confidence, discipline, respect, and teamwork. The dojo environment ensures a safe, nurturing, and fun space for young learners to build essential life skills while enjoying structured physical activity.
Programme Goals
✅ Teach basic karate movements through play-based learning.
✅ Develop motor skills, balance, and coordination in a supportive setting.
✅ Build soft skills, including confidence, patience, and respect.
✅ Encourage social interaction and teamwork among infants.
✅ Foster a love for learning, discipline, and physical fitness.
Programme Structure
🟢 Fundamental Karate Movements
- Simple stances and posture awareness (learning how to stand and move with control).
- Gentle introduction to blocks, punches, and kicks using slow and controlled movements.
- Fun games incorporating basic karate techniques to improve coordination.
- Partner activities teaching teamwork, patience, and listening skills.
🔵 Soft Skills Development
- Teaching respect through simple bowing and dojo etiquette.
- Encouraging confidence building with positive reinforcement.
- Focus and concentration exercises using engaging stories and activities.
- Learning self-control through structured movements and breathing techniques.
- Developing perseverance with simple, achievable challenges.
🟠 Safety & Gentle Self-Defence
- Age-appropriate self-defence awareness (learning personal space and boundaries).
- Practicing gentle falling techniques to prevent injuries.
- Teaching non-aggressive conflict resolution through calming exercises.
- Encouraging awareness of kindness and respect in physical interactions.