Kids Karate Classes

Fun, engaging, and expertly designed, our Kids Karate classes teach martial arts while helping children build confidence, respect, and essential life skills. Each class is tailored to your child’s age and development stage, combining fitness, coordination, and focus with the values of traditional Okinawan Karate.

At a glance, karate is:

  • 4–7 years: Introduced in playful, age-appropriate ways

  • 8–12 years: Developed through increasingly complex drills and challenges

  • 9+ years: Refined through structured practice and real-world application

Whether your child is just starting out or developing advanced skills, Shogun Martial Arts Centre in Moonee Ponds provides a safe, supportive environment where children can thrive — both on and off the mat.

4 – 7 Year Olds | Beginners

    • Monday – Thursday: 4:15 pm – 5:00 pm

    • Saturday: 9:45 am – 10:30 am

    Duration: 45 minutes

    Please note: Class days and times are subject to change. Check our timetable or contact us to confirm before attending.

  • High-energy and fun, our youngest classes cater to all abilities and personalities. Students learn basic martial arts movements — kicks, punches, and blocks — while improving coordination, strength, reflexes, and overall fitness.

    • Respectful interaction with peers and adults

    • Self-confidence, self-discipline, and social skills

    • Traditional etiquette and values of the dojo

    • Stranger-danger and “no-bully” awareness

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8 – 12 Year Olds | Beginners / Coloured Belts

    • Monday – Thursday: 5:15 pm – 6:00 pm

    • Saturday: 10:30 am – 11:15 am

    Duration: 45 minutes

    Please note: Class days and times are subject to change. Check our timetable or contact us to confirm before attending.

  • Designed to progress students in skill, fitness, and technique, this program focuses on balance, flexibility, strength, and stamina. Fun acrobatic drills like cartwheels, handstands, and somersaults enhance coordination and agility.

    • Respect, self-confidence, and discipline

    • Core social skills for teamwork and communication

    • Traditional etiquette and values of the dojo

    • Stress-smart awareness and “no-bully” principles

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9+ Beginners / Coloured Belts

    • Tuesday: 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

    • Wednesday: 6:00 pm – 6:45 pm

    • Thursday: 6:00 pm – 6:45 pm

    • Saturday: 12:15 pm – 1:15 pm

    Duration: 45–60 minutes

    Please note: Class days and times are subject to change. Check our timetable or contact us to confirm before attending.

  • Structured classes for older beginners and coloured belts, emphasizing technique, balance, and martial arts fitness while preparing students for more advanced training.

    • Technique, balance, and fitness

    • Self-discipline and confidence

    • Traditional etiquette and values of the dojo

    • Respect and character development

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Teens & Advanced Students

    • Wednesday: 6:45 pm – 7:45 pm

    Duration: 60–75 minutes

    Please note: Class days and times are subject to change. Check our timetable or contact us to confirm before attending.

  • Designed for older teens progressing into advanced training, these classes focus on refining martial arts technique while building strength, fitness, and confidence in a challenging but supportive environment alongside adult practitioners.

    • Mastery of martial arts technique

    • Strength, fitness, and defensive skills

    • Traditional etiquette and values of the dojo

    • Discipline, focus, and respect

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Private & Advanced Training

  • By Appointment Only: Please contact us to arrange.

    Duration: 60 minutes

    Please note: Class days and times are subject to change. Check our timetable or contact us to confirm before attending.

  • Tailored for advanced students, teens and adults seeking intensive training, competition preparation, or skill refinement, these private sessions focus on the individual’s goals. Each session is designed to accelerate technique, strength, and mental discipline, under the guidance of expert instructors. Students can work on advanced kata, sparring, weapons training, or competition strategies, with one-on-one feedback and coaching.

    • Advanced techniques

    • Kata and sparring mastery

    • Strength, agility, and endurance

    • Focus, discipline, and mental resilience

    • Competition preparation and performance strategies