“WUSHU

Is A Discipline

of my body

& Mind!”

Youth Martial Arts

Wushu & Jr. Wushu

This isn’t play time, but it is fun! Youth martial arts classes under our adult instructors are dynamic, high-energy, and targeted to the needs of each age group.

We create leaders who walk with confidence and have the courage to make positive choices. Children who learn self-defense become more assertive and less aggressive.

Everyone learns to discipline their minds, improve their bodies, and try hard at everything they do. They will face life’s challenges and succeed!

Jr. Wushu is for ages 6-8, Tue & Thu

Wushu is for ages 9 and up, daily Mon-Fri

In our youth martial arts program, children learn:

Respect
Concentration
Partner Skills
Confidence
Courage
Positive Attitude
Conflict Resolution
Age-Appropriate Techniques
Sifu is in front of a Wushu students, everyone sitting in seiza (feet tucked under them).
One young student practices throwing another student over their hip.
Teenagers in martial arts uniforms practice strikes on large pads held by another student.
Young martial arts students smile and talk in front of a water fountain at the Woodward dojo.
An adult woman leads a class of young martial arts students in holding a "horse stance" pose.
Jr Wushu (ages 6-8) youth martial arts students in a line, learning basic front punches.
One young martial arts student holds padded mitts for another student to practice strikes. Behind them, you can see a full class in a mirrored wall.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it safe to teach martial arts to children?

Yes, we teach age-appropriate techniques that will give them the courage & confidence to respond well under pressure and resolve conflict peacefully.

Is it too late to start as a teenager?

No, it’s never too late to start practice. Many of our adults wish they’d had the good fortune to start as a teenager!

Aren’t youth team sports better?

Being an effective part of a team requires disciplining your own mind & body first. Youth martial arts is a great foundation for any athletic future.

Do you host events or parties?

No, we teach martial arts. The mats are for practice only, and it’s important that all students, young & old, associate it with serious effort and focus.

What is ‘Lohan’?

In our school, Lohan is an advanced youth program that you must pass a test to join. It’s for the most committed students and it is a privilege to participate in it.

Are youth martial arts ranks the same as adults?

No, youth ranks follow a different system altogether and are not equivalent to adult ranks. More ranks & degrees are offered to encourage more frequent advancement and to distinguish between age groups.