Weekly kids martial arts classes to learn the ancient art of Shaolin kung fu.
Improve balance, coordination, self defense, physical control, and self discipline. Located in Bywater neighborhood.
- Currently indoors or outdoors in our fenced-in, private side yard.
- Ages 6-12
- Monday and Wednesday 5-5:45pm. 3921 St. Claude Ave in Bywater. (Check here for schedule changes)
- $99 monthly auto-renew payment includes both weekly classes and access to our video portal for home practice (click here to purchase). Cancel any time!
- $55 for a single weekly class.
- Separate from adult classes; for kids ages 6-12
- One of very few Downtown kids programs!
- Less expensive than other New Orleans kids martial arts programs
- Learn at a pace suitable for each individual
- A non-competitive alternative to team sports
- Emphasis is on physical literacy, attaining goals, and fun with fitness
- Learn the same curriculum as adult students but at a slower pace
- Multiple experienced instructors for more one-on-one instruction
- No hidden fees. Only the monthly enrollment and periodic testing fees for the new belt.
What will my child be doing in class?
Each class begins with some simple warm up exercises and stretches. The priority, initially, is to set children up with the basic motor skills needed to live an active life. This can all be achieved through the fun of learning “martial” movements. They start with 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 incorporates memorizing combinations of movements and left/right coordination. 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 develop improved balance and coordination by studying kung fu.
We also play games that incorporate movement principles so the kids can have fun with the classmates.
Finally, we end class with some deep breathing and relaxing meditation to help them learn to calm their nervous systems.
Why enroll your child at New Orleans Shaolin?
In addition to improved balance, flexibility and coordination, Shaolin-Do teaches children important values about respect, work ethic, dedication to effort, and the importance of not bullying. 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.
Learn kung fu with your child!
Enroll in the adult kung fu program to get in shape and work in parallel with your child. You will be learning the same curriculum and can practice at home together. Best of all, kids of parents who are active members of the adult program get $10/month off enrollment!
To Watch or Try a Class – register here so we’ll be expecting you on your first night. You’re also welcome to watch a class for free. This gives you all the opportunity to meet the instructors and see if you and your child like the class, atmosphere and teaching style. If participating in the class, just put the young martial artist in comfortable, loose-fitting clothes and arrive a few minutes early.