CHILDREN
Kids Aikido and Martial Arts for Confidence
What Your Kids Will Learn
Discipline, Confidence, and Focus: Aikido fosters a strong sense of self-control, resilience, and focus in children, helping them navigate challenges both on and off the mat. The emphasis on personal progress rather than competition allows kids to build their confidence in a supportive setting.
Our specialized children’s classes are designed to engage making martial arts a valuable and enjoyable part of your child’s life.
Why Aikido?
At Aikido Shudokan, your children will learn from top tier male and female instructors who are not only masters of their craft but also passionate mentors. With a wealth of experience, they are committed to inspiring and empowering kids on their Aikido journey.
Our Specialised Children's Classes are held at our Heidelberg Dojo
43 Crissane Rd Heidelberg West
Self-Defense Skills
Aikido’s unique approach teaches kids to use an opponent’s energy against them, offering practical self-defense techniques that are effective and accessible for children of all sizes. This method helps instil a sense of security and self-assurance without promoting aggression or violence.
Non-Violent Philosophy
Aikido promotes conflict resolution by teaching children valuable skills to avoid and de-escalate conflicts, helping them develop important interpersonal skills that will serve them on the playground and later in the workplace.
Fitness and Coordination
Our classes combine aerobic exercise with strength training, enhancing overall fitness, balance, and agility while promoting a healthy lifestyle. The dynamic movements of Aikido ensure that your child stays active while developing important physical habits that will last a lifetime.
Social Connection and Respect
Aikido encourages teamwork and mutual respect, helping children build friendships and develop strong social skills in a supportive environment. Through partner drills and group activities, kids learn to communicate effectively and cooperate with peers, laying the foundation for lasting relationships and positive interactions.
Age Specific Classes
We offer specialized classes for children aged 6 to 12 years, as well as unique Foundations classes for 4 to 5-year-olds. The Foundations class has capped numbers and is taught by qualified early childhood educators, ensuring a nurturing and focused learning experience for our youngest students.
Martial Arts
Building Future Leaders
Give us a call to find out if Aikido is right for your little one
Aikido: Mind, Body and Spirit Moving as one
Aikido Classes for Kids in Melbourne
Want a secure, friendly, and organized environment where your child learns and plays? At Aikido Shudokan, we offer structured Aikido classes for kids to help them build focus and motor skills whilst boosting their confidence and discipline.
At our dojo, we run trusted children's martial arts classes in Melbourne that many families rely on. These classes teach kids focus, fitness, and the ability to cope with difficulties qualities and learnings that will serve them well in many aspects of life.
Why Choose Aikido for Your Child?
Unlike other combat sports, Aikido focuses on non-aggressive techniques, balance, and movement. It’s ideal for kids of all personalities—whether shy, energetic, or somewhere in between.
Through our Aikido training for kids in Melbourne, children learn how to:
- Stay calm under pressure
- Improve coordination and balance
- Develop respect for themselves and others
- Build inner confidence and self-awareness
- Apply safe self-defence training methods that are rooted in harmony, not harm
Unlike most combat sports, Aikido is based on non-aggressive techniques, balanced positions, and self-defense. It is fun for children, whatever their demeanor or leanings we will seek to extend their sense of play and learning.
Our Aikido training for kids in Melbourne helps them:
- Deal more effectively with moments of stress
- Promote better movement coordination and balance.
- Encourage them to value their worth and that of others.
- Develop a sense of self belief as they explore their strengths and weaknesses
- Grow their sense of community
- Develop spirit and discipline
- Foster a desire for peace not aggression
Not only will children’s confidence grow they will be enriched to live fuller and healthier lives.
Safe and Supportive Learning Environment
We foster a caring environment, and skilled instructors with experience in martial arts classes for kids to teach and supervise your child. Every lesson consists of discipline, motivation, and step-by-step improvement, which helps every child grow at their own pace.
Our kids martial arts classes in Melbourne is supported by expert instruction for children of different ages, needs and experiences.
More Than Just Martial Arts
Aikido’s holistic approach ensures your child grows physically active, mentally alert, and socially confident—all within a positive community of peers
With self-defence training, our kids fitness classes in Melbourne also help improve strength, flexibility, posture, and coordination. Teamwork and leadership are essential aspects of our wider martial arts training programs for kids.
As Aikido is holistic, your child will get stronger, sharper mentally, and more confident with others, surrounded by peers in a supportive safe environment.
Serving Families Across North-East to South East of Melbourne
Our dojo proudly serves families across the City of Melbourne and its’ surrounding suburbs. We are committed to making traditional martial arts education accessible and meaningful for Melbourne families.
People from all over the city, particularly those with young families seeking martial arts for children, value our service. Our goal is to help Melbourne families access and understand traditional martial arts.
Enrol Today or Book a Trial Class
Are you prepared to help your child start with a martial art that develops their character, strength, and confidence? Sign up for our Aikido classes for kids led by experts are trained to deal with children and care for their well-being.
You can ask us for updated information on our schedule, the costs, or the steps to try out a discovery session. The Aikido Shudokan dojo helps children start their martial arts training with a clear purpose, strong traditions, and great care.
