Best Kids Karate Classes in South Austin

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Karate & Personal Development

Looking for Austin’s favorite Martial Arts and Karate classes near you? There are plenty of great Karate, Martial Arts, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Tai Chi, and Systema programs for kids, teens, and adults in Austin.

So why has Life Ki-do been Austin’s favorite karate school for over 30 years?

We are so much more than karate. Our kid, teen and adult classes combine our transformative River Flow Personal Development system (based on our Amazon best selling book) with our unique karate curriculum (a blend of the best Systema, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Karate, Tai Chi, Qigong, and self-defense training.)

To top if off, our instructors are professional educators who have decades of teaching experience and are amazing role models for kids, teens, and adults.

Focus & Mindfulnes

Students learn how to be more present increasing focus in academics, extracurricular activities, and work.

Kids Karate Classes | Life Ki-do MA in South Austin

Confidence & Resilience

Students develop a never give up attitude and a stronger sense of self, always ready to give their personal best.

Kids Karate Classes | Life Ki-do MA in South Austin

Relaxation For Stress & Anxiety

Students learn how to transform stress and anxiety into a calm, positive presence.

Kids Karate Classes | Life Ki-do MA in South Austin

Empathy, Kindness & Friendship

Students learn how to develop strong social skills and create healthy, respectful relationships.

Kids Karate Classes | Life Ki-do MA in South Austin

Frequently Asked Questions

Most frequent questions and answers about our children's martial arts program

Please wear comfortable clothing that’s easy to move around in. 

Be sure to bring a water bottle to your martial arts class. You will find Life Ki-do Martial Arts in South Austin kids martial arts classes  are a great workout and lots of fun! Most students are grinning from ear to ear by the end of the class. We are sure you will be too!

We encourage parents to watch their children in their kid’s martial arts lessons.  Observing your child’s martial arts class offers more than just support; it provides a transformative experience for parents too. Many are so inspired by the visible benefits their children gain that they are compelled to join our one of our adult martial arts and personal development programs, enhancing the quality of their own lives.

We find that our students become more confident to stand up to bullies and have more humility and kindness to others through their martial arts lessons.

Yes! One of the great things about martial arts classes, is that it’s an individual sport, done in a group environment. We find all our students improve in their focus, self-control, discipline and social skills. But the best part is they don’t even realize that is what our highly trained kids martial arts instructors are actually doing. They just think they are having fun!

The best way to find out for yourself, is to take advantage of our limited time offer. You’ll find our team so helpful and dedicated to helping your child become the best version of themselves. Book in now! You will be glad you did!

We encourage parents to watch their children in their kids martial arts lessons. We love parents getting involved! And so do their kids. Even better, join into some of our martial arts classes for adults. Your kids will love that you have something in common. It will build a strong family bond!

Not at all. You will find that martial arts classes are the PERFECT sport for kids who are not good at other sports. Kids martial arts classes are an individual after-school activity, that they do in a group.

The journey from white belt to black belt is different for each student. But some things are the same – they improve co-ordination, balance, motor skills, focus and discipline. Plus, they’ll make lots of great friends!

Our instructors are highly skilled in teaching martial arts to kids. It’s their PASSION!

This is probably the BEST kids activity for children who tend to sit a lot!

Getting them active, without them realizing they are learning, is our skill. Kicking and punching pads is such a great stress relief, that kids blossom in all areas – because of their martial arts training.

Many South Austin parents find that once their kids start martial arts classes, they see a happier, more social child develop right before their eyes. You’ll be glad they started classes!

PLUS…. Most kids LOVE being ninja!

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