Empower your child - focus, discipline, coordination, fitness

Empower your child with Arakan Martial Art for Kids

Empower Your Child

Empower your child with the skills they need to excel.

At Arakan Martial Art, we foster focus, discipline, and self-awareness, while nurturing their confidence in a nurturing environment conducive to mental and physical fitness.

Protect from Bullying

At Arakan Martial Art, we equip your child with the skills necessary to defend against bullying.

Through increased situational awareness and bolstered confidence, they will learn strategies to avoid becoming targets and handle challenging scenarios assertively.

Anti Abduction Training

Arakan is a highly effective martial art that is specifically adapted to suit today’s urban environment.

Arakan Martial Art incorporates specific anti abduction training to teach kids situational awareness and what to do to safely and effectively get out of potentially harmful situations

Self Defence and Martial Arts Classes for Kids

Every parent wants their child to feel empowered, confident and strong, which is exactly why this Arakan Martial Art Junior Program was created.

Master Robert Kyaw has applied over 40 years of martial arts training to create a program that equips your child with the emotional, mental and physical strength needed to live a happy and healthy life.

If you’d like your child to gain greater focus, discipline, coordination and fitness, not to mention real world techniques, situational awareness and an unwavering self-confidence, then please arrange a FREE first lesson with us today.

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Two Ways to Train

Every child learns differently, so we offer two lesson formats. Both follow the same Arakan kids curriculum and are taught by the same qualified instructors, so whichever option you choose, your child is learning real, practical skills.

Recommended

Private Lessons - The Fastest Path to Results

One child, one instructor, full attention for the entire lesson.

Private lessons are where kids make the most progress, and they're our recommended option. Every minute is spent on your child: their technique, their pace, their confidence. The instructor can spot and correct small mistakes straight away, adjust the lesson to how your child is feeling that day, and push them forward the moment they're ready.

Private lessons are ideal for:

Kids who want to progress quickly through their gradings
Shy or anxious children who build confidence best one-on-one
Kids who need extra focus or a tailored approach
Children dealing with bullying who need practical self-protection skills fast

Semi-Private Classes - Small Groups, Big Benefits

A maximum of 6 kids per class, so every child still gets real attention from the instructor.

Semi-private classes are a great way to train, either on their own or alongside private lessons. Because the group is kept small, your child isn't lost in a crowd, but they get something a private lesson can't offer: other kids to train with.

Training in a small group helps kids:

Learn to work with different partners. Practising with kids of different sizes, speeds and styles builds adaptable, real-world skills.
Build social confidence. Kids make friends, learn to encourage each other and get comfortable working as part of a team.
Stay motivated. Seeing other kids progress gives children something to aim for, and a bit of friendly energy makes training fun.
Develop respect and self-control. Working safely with a partner teaches kids to control their strength and look after each other.

Which Option Is Right for My Child?

For the best results, we recommend private lessons. For many families, the ideal combination is private lessons to drive progress, plus semi-private classes for partner work, friendships and fun.

Not sure where to start? Book a free trial and we'll recommend the best fit for your child.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What age can my child start self defence training?

There is no single right age. Some children are ready at four or five, while others are more ready at six, seven, eight or later. What matters is whether your child can follow simple instructions, focus for short periods and enjoy learning through movement. Your instructor can help you work out if your child is ready during their free trial.

What is Arakan Martial Art?

Arakan is a Burmese martial art that our Chief Instructor, Robert Kyaw, brought to Australia and adapted for modern self defence. Our kids program teaches practical self-protection skills alongside confidence, focus, discipline, coordination and situational awareness. Read more about Arakan Martial Art.

Should my child do private lessons or semi-private classes?

Private lessons are one child with one instructor, and they are our recommended option for the fastest progress. Semi-private classes have a maximum of 6 kids and add partner work, friendships and motivation. Many families combine the two. Compare the two ways to train.

Where do you teach?

Arakan Martial Art kids lessons are available in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, the Gold Coast, the Sunshine Coast and Perth. See the suburbs we teach in.

Are your instructors qualified to work with children?

Yes. Every Arakan instructor completes our Instructor Development Program and holds a Blue Card for child related employment, a current First Aid Certificate and professional insurance. Instructors also keep training at least six times a week. Meet our instructors.

Can Arakan help my child deal with bullying?

Yes. Our training builds situational awareness and confidence so children are less likely to become targets, and gives them practical skills to handle challenging situations assertively and safely. Learn about our anti bullying training.

Is Arakan suitable for children with ASD or ADHD?

Yes. Our instructors have experience teaching children with ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder and Aspergers. Private lessons in particular can be adapted to each child's pace, communication style and needs. Read about self defence for kids with ASD and ADHD.

How do I get started?

Book a free trial. Register for a complimentary private lesson and a complimentary group class for your child, or call 1300 13 23 11, and one of our instructors will recommend the best fit for your child.

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Self defence for ASD

Our fully-qualified instructors have experience teaching people diagnosed with ADHD, Autism Spectrum/Aspergers Disorder, as well as commonly associated specific learning and/or neurological disorders

The versatility of Arakan Martial Art® makes it easily adaptable to people with various abilities and needs. In addition to the obvious benefits of increasing fitness and resilience, Arakan Martial Art® can assist with emotional regulation, anger management, stress relief and social skills development.

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