Kids Judo Classes are one the best martial arts for children because it develops their balance, control mental toughness and teamwork.
It features spectacular throws and some ground fighting as well.
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Kids Judo Classes
Judo is one of the best martial arts for children. Kids in martial arts frequently learn how to punch and kick in their classes. However, in many of the self-defense situations that your kids will face in their life, the most frequent type of attack is going to be where the bully tries to tackle them to the ground.
Why is this? In my opinion, it is because most kids do not know how to punch and when they fight they do what is most instinctual, which is to grapple.
This is where the Japanese art of Judo comes into play. Judo is an excellent self-defense art to use against someone rushing at you. Learning to grapple is important if you want your child to be prepared in a self-defense situation.
Actually, balance is required in all forms of martial arts, but in judo it is essential and it is the first thing taught to beginner students.
Our Kids Judo Classes Have A Competitive Aspect
Judo will also give your child an opportunity to test their skills against a resisting opponent. Free practice, also known as Randori is a wrestling match between students.
Both kids are trying their best to throw and not be thrown. There are a winner and a loser. When martial arts becomes competitive, I see it as an opportunity to teach all of the life skills that martial arts are supposed to teach.
For example, one of the things your child will learn is how to be mentally tough. They have to be able to get up after a fall and try again.
This type of fortitude and perseverance is invaluable in today's society. Another great lesson we teach at our martial arts school in how to be humble when winning a match and how to be gracious when losing. I know that these things can also be taught when doing team sports but when it is a personal experience like it is in martial arts, I think it has a lot more impact.
Kids Judo Classes Are Similar To Jujitsu
In Judo kids are not allowed to armbar or choke until they are 13 but under jujitsu rules, they can use submissions even at an early age.
Under Jujitsu rules, all of Judo's throws are permitted. In fact, they even allow take-downs from Greco Roman wrestling, Sambo, Silat, or any type of grappling martial arts. The different rules exist to make each sport unique.
In Judo the emphasis is on getting the takedown or throw and the referee will stand up the athletes if they are both on the ground and not progressing. In Jujitsu the emphasis is on gaining an advantageous position and keeping control over an opponent.
Our Kids Judo Classes Training Gives Your Child Balance
A whole lot of fitness classes focus on brute strength, but in Judo, balance is your secret weapon.
Actually, balance is required in all forms of martial arts, but in judo it is essential and it is the first thing taught to beginner students.
Your Child Will Learn That Control Beats Brute Strength
Judo is known as the gentle art. The principle of throwing a person in Judo is that all of the throws require that your child is in the correct position in order to throw.
The use of brute force will not make the throw work. It is only through the precise execution of the technique that it will work.
Each Throw In Judo Requires Balance, Coordination And Timing
In fact 100% of the throws in Judo will actually not work in a competitive situation without the correct timing.
When your child learns this concept, that is when they begin to learn how to use the opponent's movement and direction against them. What this all means is that although there is a strength and size are factors in winning a match, those are not the ONLY factors that will ultimately get the throw.
Instead, a smaller Judo player can and will throw a larger and physically stronger opponent by using their intelligence, timing, reflexes, and experience.
Kids Judo Classes Requires Thinking
In other words, the more observant and focused the judo student is, the more they will begin to win regardless of their size or strength.
The mental part of training therefore is the most important factor in any Judo match.
Your child will realize that having control over his own mind is of the utmost importance. The more that they focus and concentrate the more successful they will be at Judo.
Your child will learn the benefit of being completely present at the moment.
Your Child Will Become Mentally Tough Through Competition
In fact 100% of the throws in Judo will actually not work in a competitive situation without the correct timing.
Kids Judo Classes will also give your child an opportunity to test their skills against a resisting opponent. Judo is a competitive martial art, the objective in Judo is to off-balance your opponent and execute a throw or take-down.
Free practice, also known as Randori is a wrestling match between students. Both kids are trying their best to throw and not be thrown. There are a winner and a loser.
Because Judo is a competitive sport, there is a winner and a loser every-time you step into a match. Our Kids Judo Classes teaches you to win with humility and lose with grace.
When martial arts becomes competitive, I see it as an opportunity to teach all of the life skills that martial arts are supposed to teach.
Everyone reacts differently to winning and losing. The right way to look at the competitive aspect of our Kids Judo Classes is to know that every loss is a chance to learn. It should teach you that the more you stick with it the more you start to win.
Losing is motivation as well. Losing a match is some potent fuel for training harder the next time you step on to the mats.
They have to be able to get up after a fall and try again. This type of fortitude and perseverance is invaluable in today’s society.
Teamwork Is A Big Part Of Our Kids Judo Classes
Judo, in particular, depends upon practice with a partner. It is almost impossible to practice Judo without actually lifting another person off the mat. This partner work is what makes Judo very teamwork-oriented while at the same time also be about the skill of the individual.
Your child learns that when throwing a person the objective is not to drive their opponents head into the mat but rather to have them land safely on their back. Judo emphasizes both consideration and respect for your opponent.
Our Kids Judo Classes Are Super Fun
One of the most fun things for kids is to learn tumbling skills. Instructor Richard is challenging the kids in the Kids Judo Classes to improve upon their ukemi or break falling skills.
When you challenge kids you want to make sure that they will not get injured. For this particular drill, Richard was adjusting both the height and distance according to each student's abilities.
This type of drill works for a number of different reasons. Mainly though it's a subtle form of peer pressure. When students see their classmates pushing themselves they want to push themselves as well. You will hear comments like, “I can do that.” Or “Can you make it a little higher for me?”
What To Expect When You Enroll In Our Kids Judo Classes
Falling without getting injured is very important when learning Judo. Judo is competitive. When the kids start to throw each other around it can either be very fun or very scary. Depending on how comfortable you are with your break falling skills. In our Kids Judo Classes, we tend to take things rather slowly because we really want to see kids feel positive about Judo rather than scared.
Looking for the adult judo page? https://www.lvshaolin.com/judo-classes/
Are you in Hawaii? check out this great Judo club: https://hawaiitenrijudo.org/
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About Us
Here's the story:
I started training in martial arts as a teenager. At that time in my life, I was getting into a LOT of trouble. I was hanging out with the wrong crowd.
But wait, it didn't stop there...
Unfortunately, I was staying out late without calling. Basically, I was a juvenile delinquent. In truth, I was my parent's worst nightmare come true.
Astonishing, isn't it?
Suffice to say I owe my parents a BIG apology!
Anyway, at this time, I wasn't actively looking for the benefits that the martial arts had to offer.
Honestly, I just thought it was the coolest thing in the world to be able to actually learn this stuff. However, it was only after a few months of training that I became aware of all of the benefits that training in martial arts had to offer.
My name is Kevin Kawada and my wife’s name is Renee Kawada. Martial arts training had a remarkable positive impact on my life.
Because of this, we decided to open our own martial arts school in March of 2004. At that time we made a promise to improve the lives of all our students. Truly, we want you to experience the life-transforming experience that is martial arts.
Please come in and see our school in person! We would love to have you as our next student!
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What People Are Saying About Our Judo Classes
"Instructor Kevin was very patient and always made sure he was never discouraged."
"Instructor Kevin was very patient and always made sure he was never discouraged."
"My son joined Las Vegas Kung Fu Academy in March 2017. He had no martial arts experience.
When my son first started in the kid's judo classes, he did not know how to do any rolls properly. He was also afraid to fall. In the beginning, he'd complain about the warm-up part of the class. However, Instructor Kevin was very patient and always made sure he was never discouraged. Instructor Kevin would remind the children that if they stuck with it, the breakfall and rolling part of their warm-up will become easier.
After a year, his skills have improved. Yes, the warm-ups (rolls and breakfalls) are no longer a problem for my child. He is also more confident when falling.
I like the atmosphere at the Las Vegas Kung Fu Academy. It is a positive one and they are really great at teaching children."
Dylan T.
"I am always impressed with the teaching skills of the instructors. "
"My husband and I were looking for kids judo classes for our son. We searched the web and came across the Las Vegas Kung Fu Academy's website.
After reading through the site, we decided to take the next step. We called and made an appointment for our son to try a class. Instructor Kevin & Instructor Renee are very nice and welcoming. After the trial class, my son wanted to come back.
My son likes the kids judo classes and enjoys the "randori" part of class. I am always impressed with the teaching skills of the instructors.
Their ability to teach the Judo throws to the kids is amazing. My son really enjoys coming to class. He is always smiling and eager to learn the next throw/technique taught in class. We are happy to be a part of this school."
Marissa C.
"There are no words to explain how much we appreciate you."
Kevin, I really don't think you realize what you've done for us, especially Kalei
There are no words to explain how much we appreciate you. You have helped Kalei come out of his shell. You've taught him well. Kalei is evidence and reflection of what you can produce. I know deep down what you've taught him so far will continue on and hold a true reflection on his growth in kung fu.
This is ditto for Renee too. God Bless,
Raymond Family
"Words really cannot express how truly grateful we are. "
Dear Sifu Kevin and Simu Renee,
Since the middle of June, I've watched as Aaron began his journey of learning the martial arts. I've observed the energy, excitement and determination being ignited and transferred by the two of you.
Words really cannot express how truly grateful we are to you for being such a special part of both Aaron and Jaron's lives. We as teachers can appreciate the heart that you put into our boys. Here is a little remembrance for you from our boys.
With Aloha,"
Joe & Lisa Banes
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