Special Karate "Life Skills Program" for Children
Ages 3 – 5
This program is supposed to Develop, Promote and Improve
the teachings your child has learned at home.
Goals of this Unique Program:
1. Develop social skills. One of the main functions
of the karate class will be to promote social skills with other children
and adults. Students will learn to show respect for others with a
bow, saying encouraging comments to others, working and talking with
adult teachers and helpers, to learn to introduce themselves to others,
and learning to be partners with others. Social skills will also be
evident in playing group games, learning to line up and following
instructions.
2. Develop motor skills. Every activity you will
see during a class session has a definite purpose. While the students
are having fun with games and relays, they are unknowingly developing
motor skills appropriate for their age. This will include coordination
skills, right and left side development, flexibility, muscle strength,
timing, speed drills, mobility skills, etc. Even though some activities
may not directly be 'karate,' all will contribute to the karate techniques
being developed. In addition, karate training is one of the best sports
for overall development that will have benefits that will transfer
to other sports.
3. Promote self discipline. While we try to make
classes fun and exciting, there will times when karate requirements
are just plain work to learn. This is where self discipline will gradually
develop through practice, repetition and memorization. At this age,
practice at home should be light and fun, never make to be drudgery
or critical. Also, self discipline will involve the control of emotions
and behavior in class and at the dojo.
4. Develop learning skills. The learning process
is multifaceted. Learning involves the combination of mental, physical
and emotional including listening skills, following directions, becoming
aware of one's body and how it moves in space, receiving supportive
and encouraging instruction. Age specific learning skills and styles
will be important.
5. Teach child safety. This will include dialing
911, rules to follow when around strangers, the correct way to talk
on the phone or answer the door, our basic self defense techniques,
and much more. Our goal is to teach these concepts in a non-threatening
environment through games, discussion and practice, with the comfort
of parental involvement and trustful teachers.
6. Develop self confidence. You might consider the
development of self confidence and self esteem as the culmination
of all of the above points. Every karate student comes with specific
goals and desires. By attaining these goals the student builds confidence
and establishes higher goals, not just in karate training but for
all aspects of life.
Some Things we follow:
| 1. Safety |
6. Orderly Behavior |
| 2. Sportsmanship |
7. Loyalty |
| 3. Respect |
8. Lawful Conduct |
| 4. Nondiscrimination |
9. Fairness |
| 5. Honesty |
10. Proper Use of Infulence |
