CHILDREN'S PROGRAM
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Children's Program at FIT Martial Arts is designed for students ages 7 to 12 who are ready to take their martial arts training to the next level. At this age, children have the cognitive and physical development to learn authentic Taekwondo techniques while building character, discipline, and physical fitness that will serve them for life.
Our structured curriculum provides a clear path of progression through belt ranks, giving students tangible goals to work toward. Each class combines technical instruction with physical conditioning, creating well-rounded martial artists who understand both the "how" and the "why" behind every technique.
KEY BENEFITS
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Authentic Taekwondo: Learn proper forms (poomsae), kicks, strikes, and blocks from certified instructors
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Self-Defense Skills: Practical techniques that build confidence and the ability to protect themselves if needed
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Anti-Bullying Program: Learn how to recognize, avoid, and confidently handle bullying situations — both physical and verbal
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Sparring Fundamentals: Introduction to controlled sparring to develop timing, distance management, and strategic thinking
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Physical Fitness: Build strength, flexibility, endurance, and coordination through martial arts conditioning
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Respect & Discipline: Develop respect for authority, self-control, and the discipline to set and achieve goals
WHAT THEY'LL LEARN
The Children's Program curriculum builds progressively as students advance through belt ranks:
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Taekwondo forms (poomsae) from beginner through advanced levels
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Kicking techniques — front kick, roundhouse, side kick, back kick, and more
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Hand techniques — punches, strikes, blocks, and combinations
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One-step sparring and free sparring with proper safety equipment
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Board breaking to build power, focus, and confidence
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Self-defense scenarios and anti-bullying strategies