Martial Arts For Children – Age-Specific Training Groups, St. Helens
The Martial Arts Academy offers martial arts for children in St. Helens. Fosters confidence, focus, and skill development. Trusted professionals.
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Years Of Experience
Empowering Young Minds And Bodies
We help children build confidence, focus, and coordination through fun, engaging sessions. Every class blends fitness with practical skills like strikes, throws, and locks—taught in a safe and supportive environment. Kids progress at their own pace, celebrate milestones, and enjoy learning in a way that’s both fun and rewarding.
Find us in Sutton, Rainhill, Eccleston and Haresfinch.
Progress Through Structured Learning
Our age-based “Dragon” groups make learning clear and achievable. Children advance step by step through the coloured belt system, gaining pride and motivation along the way. Every milestone is a celebration, teaching the value of persistence while boosting confidence, discipline, and self-belief.
Inclusive Training For All
We create a welcoming space for everyone, including students with disabilities and special educational needs. Smaller groups, adapted lessons, and extra support ensure every child can progress safely and feel valued. By encouraging teamwork and resilience, we help each participant discover new skills and independence. Reach out today to explore your options.
Variety And Versatility In Training
From the youngest beginners to older students exploring kickboxing or weapons, there’s something for everyone. Our classes combine fitness, coordination, and self-defence, offering variety that keeps training fun and dynamic. By blending disciplines, we help students adapt, grow, and gain confidence both physically and mentally.
Children's classes available in Sutton, Rainhill, Eccleston and Haresfinch.
Atemi Jitsu – Dragon Groups
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Little Dragons (3–5 years): 30 minutes of fun and energetic learning. Kids build confidence, discipline, and coordination while practising foundation techniques from the first four coloured belts.
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Super Dragons (6–10 years): 45-minute sessions introducing the main Atemi Jitsu syllabus. Children develop self-defence, strikes, kicks, and basic Judo while working toward the first three grades.
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Mighty Dragons (6–10 years): 45-minute classes advancing into the middle three grades. Students learn advanced self-defence, striking, Judo, groundwork, and Escrima stick defence, with an introduction to competition.
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Black Dragons (11–14 years): 45–60 minutes depending on venue. Students progress toward nine coloured belts, Black Belt 1st Dan, and beyond, covering self-defence, Judo, strikes, and competitive sparring.
All children dragon classes are available at Sutton, Rainhill, Eccleston and Haresfinch.
Specialised Classes
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Atemi Jitsu S.E.N.D. (5–14 years): A 45-minute class designed for children who need extra support or a calmer pace. With smaller groups and additional staff, the syllabus is taught in a fun, accessible, and inclusive way.
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Kickboxing (6–14 years): A high-energy, 60-minute session focused on stamina and striking skills, keeping kids active, engaged, and disciplined.
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Buki Weapons Class (12+ years): A 60-minute introduction to martial arts weaponry. Students safely learn to use Bokkens, Katanas, Nunchaku, staffs, knives, and more, developing precision and discipline.
All specialised classes are available exclusively at our Sutton base.
Ignite Confidence And Fun For Your Child
Martial Arts For Children, Develop Confidence, Focus, And Fitness While Learning Fun, Practical Skills. Call Now To Give Your Child An Empowering Experience Today!
