Kids Aikido
Picture Gallery
Class Format
Benefits of
Aikido for Kids
More Info (PDF):
Kids Class Rules
Kids Testing
Kids Glossary
Testing
Worksheets:
9-1: White Stripe
8-1:Orange Stripe
7-1: Yellow Stripe
Yellow Belt
Purple Belt
Blue Belt
Class Format
Benefits of
Aikido for Kids
More Info (PDF):
Kids Class Rules
Kids Testing
Kids Glossary
Testing
Worksheets:
9-1: White Stripe
8-1:Orange Stripe
7-1: Yellow Stripe
Yellow Belt
Purple Belt
Blue Belt
Aikido is ideal for kids as a noncompetitive and non-violent martial art. Kids learn to be safe and effective in a caring & disciplined atmosphere. Our instructors are trained to give each child personal attention: we get to know each child’s strengths, weaknesses and motivation. Children gain self-defense experience while learning discipline and conflict resolution, gaining confidence and increasing flexibility and fitness, in an environment that supports social interaction, sportsmanship, camaraderie and fun.
At Redlands Aikikai our view of the martial arts is that they include but are not limited
to self-defense. Rather, a martial art is an education that is meant to enhance the emotional, physical and mental health of the person and, through that person’s growth, of society. It has become clear that many of our schools are not helping develop character, considerateness and politeness. Martial arts training is meant to do just that: we feel that only those people with the strongest minds and bodies have the true self-confidence to be caring, responsible members of society.
Aikido helps children improve their physical, mental and interpersonal skills, in a safe and non-competitive environment. Basic movement, posture, stretching and nonviolent self-defense are taught in a supportive and fun atmosphere. Safety and etiquette are primary concerns, so students learn how to interact respectfully with each other and to stay attentive and considerate. Also, because Aikido techniques involve a constant awareness of distance, timing and physical relationship, children develop a sophisticated interactive awareness.
At Redlands Aikikai our view of the martial arts is that they include but are not limited
to self-defense. Rather, a martial art is an education that is meant to enhance the emotional, physical and mental health of the person and, through that person’s growth, of society. It has become clear that many of our schools are not helping develop character, considerateness and politeness. Martial arts training is meant to do just that: we feel that only those people with the strongest minds and bodies have the true self-confidence to be caring, responsible members of society.
Aikido helps children improve their physical, mental and interpersonal skills, in a safe and non-competitive environment. Basic movement, posture, stretching and nonviolent self-defense are taught in a supportive and fun atmosphere. Safety and etiquette are primary concerns, so students learn how to interact respectfully with each other and to stay attentive and considerate. Also, because Aikido techniques involve a constant awareness of distance, timing and physical relationship, children develop a sophisticated interactive awareness.