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Kids Karate · Ages 4 to 12Life skills to succeed, taught through karate.
Our kids martial arts programs are designed with the child in mind: a fun activity that builds strong character, classical karate skill and self-defence in a positive and safe environment.
Learn skills that carry over beyond martial arts.
At The Powerhouse, we take the modern approach with self-defence and fitness training that is consistently fun and exciting for children of all experience levels. The positive approach of our instructors motivates children in Central Vancouver to work hard and be the best version of themselves.
Our instructors are highly trained and certified to bring the best out of your child, and will keep them motivated to reach their goals. Classes teach karate through fun games and activities, so kids reap the benefits while having a blast.
The benefits are endless. Here are a few:
- Motor skills and muscle memory
- Confidence in themselves
- Respect for others
- Learning to say “No” to negative peer pressure
- Teamwork
- The power of goal setting
- Bully prevention teachings
Our youngest group.
For students aged 4 to 7, we have developed a number of exercises and games over the years that are specifically designed to deliver valuable skills and be fun at the same time. The focus is general fitness and athleticism, and very basic karate techniques.
L1 students follow a junior grading syllabus, a lighter version of the full one: the road to yellow belt is broken into small steps with stripes on a white belt, so young kids see progress often. Junior black belt is equal to 9th kyu in the universal kyu system.
- Monday & Wednesday, 5:00 to 5:45 PM
- Parents of L1 students stay in the building during class
Classical karate, real goals.
Each student builds strong character and learns classical karate and self-defence in a positive and safe environment. Students work through the kyu ranks from white belt toward black belt, with a belt exam at the end of every 3-month term.
Green and blue stripes reward extraordinary effort in class. At the end of every term, the top 10 point earners enter our Last Man Standing Competition, and the winner goes home with a prize.
- Monday & Wednesday, 5:45 to 6:30 PM
- Sparring gear needed for sparring classes
Make learning fun.
It is our philosophy at The Powerhouse to make learning fun for the kids. We want them to look forward to being in our kids martial arts classes, and we do everything we can to make that possible.
Whether you are here in Central Vancouver or nearby in Fairview, join us for kids martial arts.
How parents can help
- Two sessions a weekAttended consistently.
- Make a big deal of examsAnd of every rank your child earns.
- Get involved yourselfKids are far more motivated when they see you in a uniform too, even if you train less often. Families who kick together, stick together.
★★★★★My son has been training at Powerhouse for over six years, starting at the age of four, and the progress he's made has been outstanding. Under the expert guidance of Sensei Ramin, he has developed strong martial arts techniques, discipline, and self-confidence.
★★★★★As a mother, I highly recommend Powerhouse for all kids. Even though my son is attending for less than a year, I already noticed significant improvement, especially within his confidence. The instructors are making such a friendly, professional atmosphere for the kids and families where everyone seems happy and comfortable.
Parents Guide
Terms, exams, stripes, absence credit, gear and dojo rules for families.
Read the guide →Give kids martial arts a try.
Book your child's free intro class. Pick their age group, then a day and time.