Ages 4–7 · Maroochydore
Little Champions Karate (4–7 years)
Skills for life, disguised as a whole lot of fun. Balance, focus, listening and confidence for 4 to 7 year olds, in a class built just for them.
Ages 4–7 · Maroochydore
Little Champions Karate (4–7 years)
Skills for life, disguised as a whole lot of fun. Balance, focus, listening and confidence for 4 to 7 year olds, in a class built just for them.
- Your first lesson is free. No experience needed.
- Parents welcome to train alongside their kids.
Enrol now for Term 4
Book a trial class
Takes less than a minute. No experience needed.
What your child gains
Healthy habits that last
In addition to real self-defence skills, your Little Champion develops healthy habits that help them succeed at school, be helpful at home and take responsibility for their actions. The program was developed by professional child educators, professional martial artists and parents working together, to give children a fun, interesting and rewarding start in martial arts.
Focus
Listening, following instructions and finishing what they start.
Balance & coordination
Stronger, steadier bodies, and better control of them.
Memory
Remembering sequences, Japanese terms and their own progress.
Self-discipline
Waiting their turn, trying again, and being proud of the effort.
Teamwork
Working with partners and cheering each other on.
Confidence
Standing tall, speaking up and trying new things.
What happens in a Little Champions class
Classes run for 40 minutes, after school and on Saturday mornings. Each one mixes games, karate basics and partner activities, with plenty of encouragement. Everyone learns some Japanese along the way: counting, greetings and the names of the techniques.
There are no formal grading tests in Little Champions. Instead there are 7 belt colours, and at each belt your child earns 4 tips on their belt, one in each key area: body awareness, mind awareness, karate basics, and self-defence and kumite.
Parents are welcome to watch from the viewing area, or to jump in line next to their favourite Little Champion.
Train together
Your kids will love it. So will you.
Our children are like mirrors. When you train alongside your child, you both learn, you both grow, and you show them what effort and respect look like. It’s a win–win.
Class times
Little Champions class times
Monday to Thursday afternoons and Saturday mornings. Holiday classes run in the school holidays.
What parents say
In their words
Questions
Questions parents ask
Anything else you’d like to know? Give us a call, we’re happy to help.
Is 4 too young to start?
No. Little Champions is built for 4 to 7 year olds: short, active classes, lots of games, and instructors who know how to work with young children.
Will karate make my child aggressive?
No. If anything, it has the opposite effect. Karate begins and ends with respect for yourself, for others and for your surroundings. Over time, most children become more respectful, more caring and more patient.
My child needs help with behaviour. Can karate help?
Yes. Self-control is one of the things karate builds. Like any new habit, it takes a little practice.
My child is shy. Can they start with a friend?
Yes. Training with a friend or family member is a great idea. It gives a little comfort in the early days, and you keep each other going.
Can parents train with their kids?
Of course! We love it when parents train with their kids; in fact, we encourage it. It’s a great way to lead by example. Parents can train alongside their child in any Little Champions or Karate Kids class, and parents who are also members can train with their own kids for free.
What should my child wear?
Comfortable clothes they can move in. We train barefoot, so bring shoes for the car park, and a water bottle.
Your free trial
Your first lesson is free.
Join on the day of your trial and we’ll waive the joining fee and give you a free uniform.
- No experience needed
- Parents welcome to train alongside their kids
- We’ll call within 2 business days to confirm
Enrol now for Term 4
Book a trial class
Takes less than a minute. No experience needed.
Find us
Our dojo in Maroochydore
Sunshine Coast Karate
2/14 Depot Street (Access via Progress Road)Maroochydore QLD 4558
| Monday | 3:15–8 pm |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6–7 am, 9:30–10:30 am, 3:15–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 3:15–8 pm |
| Thursday | 6–7 am, 9:30–10:30 am, 3:15–8 pm |
| Friday | 4–8 pm |
| Saturday | 8:30–11:30 am |
| Sunday | Closed |
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Getting here: the entrance and car park are off Progress Road, across the road from Energex.