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Aikido is a wonderful martial art for children. Aikido techniques are designed to be effective without being destructive.
Children practice in a friendly, co-ed atmosphere. Our Aiki Kids program incorporates games, tumbling exercises, as well as teaching techniques on how to defend themselves without hurting others and without using aggresive behavior.
- Focus and concentration
- Spacial awareness
- Self confidence
- Coordination and flexibility
- Overcome shyness
- Refrain from kicking, punching, or striking
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- Learning to relax in stressful situations
- Self discipline
- Learning to get along with others
- Control agrressive behavior
- Self defense
- Escape from an attacker
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Another important aspect of Aikido training is the art of ukemi (the art of falling or tumbling). We teach children how to roll and fall safely - an invaluable skill in their rough and tumble world. Check out the schedule page for class times.
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