The Karate Kids Beginner’s Course is specially designed for children aged 5–6 who are taking their first steps into karate. Classes focus on developing fundamental movement skills, coordination and confidence through games, age-appropriate activities and the basic principles of traditional Shotokan Karate.
Every child learns at their own pace in a safe, encouraging and positive environment. No previous experience is required—just curiosity, enthusiasm and a smile.
The languages of instruction are Finnish and English.
Advance registration is required for the beginner’s course.
The Karate Kids Beginner’s Course is intended for children aged 5–6 who are beginning their karate journey.
No previous karate or sports experience is necessary. The classes are designed to introduce young children to the dojo environment while developing confidence, listening skills and enjoyment of movement through positive and encouraging instruction.
Whether your child is energetic, shy, active or completely new to organised activities, every child is welcome.
The Karate Kids programme introduces the foundations of karate through activities that are appropriate for young children.
Classes include:
Every lesson combines learning with play, helping children develop physical skills while enjoying the experience of training.
The early years are an important time for developing movement skills, confidence and positive attitudes towards physical activity.
Karate Kids helps children:
Traditional Shotokan Karate also introduces children to values such as respect, courtesy and self-discipline in a way that is appropriate for their age.
Karate Kids classes are active, varied and full of movement. Young children learn best by doing, so every lesson includes games, challenges and age-appropriate karate exercises that keep them engaged from beginning to end.
Our experienced instructors create a positive atmosphere where children feel safe to explore, learn and make mistakes. The focus is not on perfection but on developing confidence, coordination and a love of movement while taking their first steps in traditional karate.
For the first class, your child only needs:
Training is done barefoot.
A karate uniform (gi) is not required for beginners. Our instructors will let you know when it is time to purchase one.
After completing the Karate Kids Beginner’s Course, children continue training in the regular Karate Kids group, where they gradually develop their karate skills and prepare for the next stages of their journey.
As children grow, they naturally progress to the 7–12 years children’s programme, where they continue learning traditional Shotokan Karate with a broader range of techniques, kata and partner exercises.
We look forward to welcoming your child to the JKS Finland dojo and helping them take their very first steps in karate.
JKS Finland is a non-profit organisation and a karate club that looks after the Shotokan Karate style as developed by Tetsuhiko Asai Shuseki Shihan. Our dojo is located in Helsinki.
