Little Recruits (5 to 7 Years)

The Little Recruit program that we run at Banks’ Martial Arts Academy is a program designed for children between the ages of 5 and 7. 

Having worked in schools and teaching the fundamentals of physical education to young children, including children with special educational needs, I understand that their nervous system isn't as developed as that of an older child and therefore recruits need to work in different movement patterns.

All sessions will include an element of discipline. However, the main aim is to make classes enjoyable and to make learning fun. When recruits achieve each skill they get a coloured tag to go around their belt as a visual representation of their progress. This allows recruits to see how close they are to gaining their next belt.

it can be a bit overwhelming thinking about your child getting older so quickly. As much as you want to think they are prepared for school, every parent has the same questions. Are they ready to socialise with their new classmates? Will they stay focused on the teacher during class and keep up with the other children?  

Our Little Recruits programme is designed to enhance your children’s ability to pay attention and follow directions.  In the age of sensory overload, this is a skill that will provide your children’s with immediate results that will reflect positively on their academic work.

BANKS MARTIAL ARTS IS YOUR PARTNER IN PARENTING

We teach the same values as you teach at home in a positive, safe & fun environment.

The foundation of the Little Recruits curriculum is the education and development of life-skills such as positive mental attitude, high goal-setting, perseverance, self-control, and confidence.

DEVELOPMENTAL GROWTH

Group activities are a great opportunity for young children to further develop their social skills through structured interaction, using language to express their thoughts and needs with peers.

COOPERATION

By working with their peers towards a common goal, children will further develop their cooperation skills, conversation skills, and discover how to share and be fair.

INTERACTION & TOGETHERNESS

Friendships will be encouraged between children who do not normally play together, exposing your child to the concept of working with different types of people with different points of view.

6 WAYS OUR CHILDREN MARTIAL ARTS CLASSES HELP YOUR CHILD REACH THEIR POTENTIAL:

TEAMWORK & SOCIAL SKILLS

Social interaction teaches children how to effectively work as part of a team.

PHYSICAL FITNESS

Martial Arts helps improve coordination and is an excellent form of exercise.

BUILD HEALTHY HABITS

Building healthy habits early on can help prevent obesity and diabetes later in life.

EARN GOAL-SETTING SKILLS

Belt testing provides an excellent exercise for children in learning how to set and achieve goals. Their self-esteem will continue to rise with each accomplishment as they watch their hard work pay off.

IMPROVE FOCUS AND SELF-CONTROL

Complex physical activities such as martial arts have proven to strengthen the brain’s neural networks, helping children improve their focus and self-control. This can be especially beneficial for children with ADD/ADHD.

A STRONG SENSE OF RESPECT

The traditional nature of martial arts teaches children respect in their classes, whether they are taking a bow or waiting patiently for the next set of instructions. This sense of respect also helps children improve their grades, while improving their listening skills at home and in school.