KIDS'
KUNG FU
Shaolin-Do 'Karate Kids'
Shaolin-Do
kids kung fu classes:
Note: our
children's program is currently on hiatus while we look for a location
either Uptown or in Jefferson Parish to hold our children's classes.
- Separate from adult classes; for kids ages 6-12
- Kids learn at a pace suitable for each individual
- Emphasis is on attaining goals, fun with fitness, and
self-defense
- Children learn the same curriculum as adult students but
at a slower pace
- Multiple experienced instructors for more
one-on-one instruction
- Come watch a class and try one
for free!
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" Our
focus is not winning tournaments, but in using martial arts
as a tool to develop traits that carry over into every
aspect of life; Will Power, Personal Power, Self-Respect, and
the Self-Confidence to reach for and achieve their dreams."
- Master Joe Schaefer |
 What
will my child be doing
in class?
Each class begins with some simple warm up exercises and stretches.
Children learn a progression of basic stances, kicking, and punching
exercises. They are also taught simple, effective self-defense techniques.
Soon they will be doing more complicated movements (katas) which
incorporate combinations of movements and left/right coordination
and are more intricate and challenging than anything taught in karate
or tae kwon do. Studies have shown that this type of activity increases
the left/right coordination of the brain as well! Even the seemingly
most uncoordinated of children (adult students as well) develop
improved balance & coordination by studying kung fu. (back
to top)
 Will
studying kung fu help my child grow?
Why enroll your child in Shaolin-Do? In addition to improved balance,
flexibility & coordination, Shaolin-Do teaches children important
values about respect, work ethic, and dedication to effort. It transmits
wonderful qualities of self-esteem, mental
focus and discipline. In our program, children find pride in their
abilities and in working toward fitness goals. Best of all, they
have a great time!! We are not however, militaristic in our teaching.
We don't demand respect - we work to earn it.
The
Schedule
New Orleans kids' classes meet Tues/Thurs 5:30-6:15pm and Sat 11-11:45am.
Your child can come to any or all of those classes as tuition is
paid on a monthly basis regardless of how many classes are attended.
Of course the pace at which your child progresses in the material
will be greater if they attend more classes. (back
to top)
 To
Watch or Try a Free Class
You can bring your child to any kids class printed on the schedules
page. The first class is a free trial class (no obligation to join)
or if it would make your child feel more comfortable, he or she
can watch the class first. This gives you all the opportunity to
meet the instructors and see if you and your child like the class,
atmosphere and teaching style. Just put the young martial artist
in comfortable, loose-fitting clothes and drop by a few minutes
early. (back to top)
Contact
us to schedule a FREE trial lesson.
Warning!
Sleazy business practices are all too common in children's martial
arts programs. Click here
to read about one parent's experience with a Westbank Tae Kwon Do
school.
After hearing
about this parent's ugly encounter with the 'dark side' of martial
arts instruction, I have added this consumer
guide with 6 questions you should
ask before joining a martial arts school.
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