Martial Art Activities for Kids

A return to the roots of Kung-Fu.We want to teach the practice of real martial arts to children of all ages, using one of a kind technique. We specialize in teaching children that are in primary and/or secondary schools. The type of Kung Fu we practice is Shaolin (Wushu) Northern and Southern styles. "With focus I will achieve my goal With power I will get to the top With speed I will run from evil Endurance will make me stronger Discipline will guide my weakness Respect will lead to... Read more

We teach self-defense and life skills through the martial art of Judo. Producing exceptional athletes with ethical and moral strength on and off the mat. Open to all ages! Judo is a self-defense martial art that teaches its students (Judoka) to gain control over an attacker without striking him or her. It is a method of turning an opponent's strength and balance against him or her and overcoming by skill rather than sheer strength. Kazuno Judo (Pty) Ltd. is a family-run dojo headed by Sensei... Read more

Yamaneko-Ryu Karate was started in 1985 in Durban KZN by the late Sensei Ian Lennox who trained under Shihan Kenny Uytenbogaardt, a 7th Dan Kyokushin Karateka.Yamaneko-Ryu taught only Kyokushin Karate and Knockdown Fighting, Sensei Ian Lennox then passed it on to Sensei Ivan Rossi. Sensei Ivan continued to grow Yamaneko-Ryu to over 300 students with many Natal Championships and medals won before he left for Cape Town. Sensei Ivan and Sensei Giovanni then started again in Cape Town. After many... Read more

Mixed Martial Arts – “The complete martial arts!” .. Stand-up, Clinch and Ground curriculum, blending the efficient and proven delivery systems of Boxing, Muay Thai, Greco-Roman Wrestling and Brazilian Jiu-jitsu; coached intelligently utilizing SBGi fundamental coaching principles. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu – A ground based martial art that applies technical fundamentals of posture, pressure and leverage to immobilize opponents through the correct use of weight distribution and submissions. Brazilian... Read more

The benefits of karate are numerous and include increased fitness, self respect, self discipline and self confidence. We pride ourselves in having a detailed class structure and schedule that ensures students train according to age and ability. We aim to have a minimum of three licensed instructors on the floor at any one time, with at least one qualified first aid professional present. Our administration office is efficient and professional. Our aim is to educate, inspire, encourage and honour... Read more

Kickboxing refers to a group of martial arts and stand-up combat sports based on kicking and punching, historically developed from karate, Thai boxing and western boxing. Kick boxing is often practiced for self-defense, general fitness, or as a contact sport Our 90 min Kickboxing classes are designed to be fun & challenging workouts for all fitness levels for both women & men. For beginners it is not necessary for you to complete the whole class. It is important for you to enjoy it and build... Read more

At SBG Cape Town, we practice a combination of combative skill sets that include Mixed Martial Arts, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Kickboxing for MMA, and Submission Wrestling utilizing the coaching methodology and approach of Matt Thornton and Straight Blast Gym International - SBGi. KIDS' BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU & MIXED MARTIAL ARTS CLASSES: Respect and Responsibility / Discipline with Dignity / Performance through Play / Fitness as Fun Chimps: 5 - 9 years old Spider Monkeys: 9 - 13 years old Gorillas:... Read more

We practice traditional Okinawan Goju Ryu karate. Goju Ryu, meaning hard (go) and soft (ju) style, incorporates various hard and soft techniques into one style of karate. There are hard linear striking techniques as well as soft circular movements in order to strike, block and manipulate your opponent to your advantage. Goju is not a sport, it is a martial art and as such we do not focus on competition, our focus is on self-defense as well as the training of the body and the mind. We do have... Read more

We are the Hawks Taekwondo Academy affiliated with the South African Taekwondo Federation (SATF) and The World Taekwondo Federation (WTF) our aim is to develop self-defense discipline fitness and grooming the South African Taekwondo National athletes. World Taekwondo is the Olympic sport and Korean traditional martial art that was found in 1972 in Kukkiwon which is the headquarters of world Taekwondo federation. Hawks Taekwondo Academy instructors are part of South African Taekwondo National Team... Read more

The Samurai Karate Hout Bay Dojo is the newest of the Samurai dojo’s and was very proud to open its doors on Monday 8th August 2011. Based in the Victoria Mall on Empire Road in Hout Bay, the Samurai Karate Hout Bay dojo is run by the experienced 5th dan black belt, Sensei John Shaw. Sensei John Shaw started his karate journey in 1979 in the Berg Street Dojo in Cape Town with Sensei Eric Smith and Sensei Gilbert Pierce. After a terrible fire, the dojo was destroyed and moved to Long Street. This... Read more

• Training in traditional SHOTOKAN karate • Specialising in Sport Karate • Provide C.O.B.R.A.™ Self-Defense Courses We Provide: • International recognised grading certificate from white to black belt • Access to national and international competitions Our Academy: • Affiliated to South African Shotokan Karate Academy (SASKA) – sit miskien hul logo daar? – miskien kano ns dit direk onder die naam sit……. • Authorised C.O.B.R.A.™ Self-Defense Training Facility – miskien hul logo daar? –... Read more

As parents we are constantly worrying about the safety of our children. Are they able to defend themselves against bullies? Will they be able to recognize inappropriate behaviour by adults? Will they be able to physically defend themselves against abduction? Will they tell me if something is wrong? Will they be able to deal with violent situations at school, in the mall, on their way home? Here are several facts that we do not like to admit are true but we cannot deny:  Most attackers will... Read more

The Family Self Defence Academy was started with the need to provide self defense classes and courses for the family. We are proudly affiliated to our training company Combat Solutions who have given our instructors the highest levels of expertise available. The skills offered are based on applications that work in real life situations. F.S.D.A. offers a range of different skills in a class format , from close combat to anti rape , home invasion and more. One great benefit is that you will gain... Read more

We offer Skillz age specific Martial arts classes for kids, Combat Taekwondo, Weapons training, Competition training. We specialise in making students of all ages champions in life through martial arts training. Master West's Taekwondo/Karate has been in business since 1986. We have academies in the following areas of Pretoria: Annlin, this is our headquarter branch! we have been in the same building since 1997. Our Annlin academy is over 200 sq metres and boasts with state of the art equipment.... Read more

Our aim is to teach the children of today that there is positivity in any situation. Our teachings are not only based on self-defense and how to protect yourself in everyday life but it also teaches them self respect and respect for others. It shows the children that the choices they make in life are for themselves and only they can determine the outcome of their lives in the end. Our aim is not only to teach the children a form of self-defense but also ensuring that their emotional needs are met. We... Read more

Krav Maga is a constantly evolving practical self-defence system that originated in Israel – and is known for being powerful, efficient and easy to learn. KRAV MAGA is the self-defence and close quarter combat system of choice among Special Forces units, military units and law enforcement agencies like the CIA, FBI and the British Royal Marines. KRAV MAGA is also practiced by ordinary men and women worldwide, for the simple reason that it works for anyone and can be learned easily and used successfully. Elite... Read more

We are a family martial arts academy. We offer classes to all from the age of 4years old. We specialize is in child development martial arts classes. Our classes are age specific and designed for specific age groups ( For example 4 to 6 years and 7 to 9 years and 10 to 14 years). We also offer classes for teenagers and adults to keep fit and learn self defense. We offer classes in the afternoon as well as in the evenings. Read more

Haedong Kumdo - Korean Sword art is the martial art that we practice. Wooden swords are used in practice to attack and defend ourselves from 1 or more attackers. As with most martial arts we have forms that must be learnt to progress, up to black belt. With each form, you must also learn a draw and a smaller form that you do together with another student. The class times are every Monday and Wednesday from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm. The club (Do-jang) is situated at 6 Eike Ave, Bainsvlei, Bloemfontein. Direction... Read more