Little Dragons Taekwon-Do Classes (Ages 4–7)
A Fun, Safe & Educational Introduction to Martial Arts for Young Children
Looking for a fun, structured activity for your 4 to 7-year-old that builds confidence, teaches respect, and improves fitness? Our Little Dragons Taekwon-Do programme is the perfect first step into martial arts for young children.
This dynamic and engaging class lays the foundation for future Taekwon-Do training while supporting your child’s physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development.
💡 What is the Little Dragons Programme?
Our Little Dragons classes are designed to:
Build core life skills and personal safety awareness
Encourage respect, self-control, and good behaviour
Improve coordination, fitness, and confidence
Prepare children for school and older Taekwon-Do classes
We approach each session as a blend of martial arts-themed physical education and early years personal development. Lessons are kept simple, active, and fun — designed for short attention spans while teaching big lessons.
🧠 Life Skills & Emotional Development
Each class focuses on developing essential social and emotional skills that support school readiness and positive behaviour. Our life skills curriculum includes:
✅ Sharing and teamwork
✅ Listening and following directions
✅ Building independence and responsibility
✅ Boosting self-esteem and confidence
✅ Encouraging curiosity and a love of learning
✅ Problem-solving and respectful behaviour
🛡️ Safety Skills Every Child Should Learn
We believe in empowering children to stay safe and make good choices. Our Safety Skills units are taught in a child-friendly way and include:
🔥 Fire Safety
🏠 Home Safety
🚦 Road & Traffic Safety
⛅ Weather Awareness
👤 Stranger Awareness
💊 First Aid Awareness
🏖️ Holiday Safety
💪 Bully Prevention
Each topic is introduced in a fun and age-appropriate way, often reinforced with take-home activity sheets.
🥋 Physical Benefits of Martial Arts for Ages 4–7
Our programme helps young children develop:
🏃♂️ Balance and coordination
💪 Strength and stamina
🧍 Posture and body awareness
🔄 Motor skill development
🧠 Memory and focus
🎯 Goal-setting through mini-assessments
Classes are 30 minutes long and include warm-ups, structured play, and basic martial arts movements — all tailored for young learners.
🌟 Learning the Taekwon-Do Way
We teach children the values at the heart of Taekwon-Do — known as the Five Tenets:
Courtesy
Integrity
Perseverance
Self-Control
Indomitable Spirit
These values are reinforced throughout every class. Children are encouraged to line up quietly, listen respectfully, and support each other — creating a positive and disciplined environment.
Our instructors and assistants observe behaviour closely, stepping in with guidance when needed, and encouraging children to act with responsibility and kindness.
🙌 We encourage parents to support these lessons at home by reminding children of expected etiquette before and after class.
🗓️ Class Format & Availability
🕒 30-minute sessions tailored for younger children
🧒 Ages 4–7 | Beginners welcome
📄 Assessments based on participation and course completion
🏅 Progress is recognised through fun challenges and encouragement
Take-home sheets support continued learning between classes and help children share what they’ve learned with their families.
📍 Find a Little Dragons Class Near You
We offer Little Dragons classes at multiple venues including:
Hitchin
Stevenage
Barton-le-Clay
👋 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝘄𝗼 𝗰𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘! There’s no pressure — just come and see if your child enjoys it.
🚀 Give Your Child a Head Start with Martial Arts
Our Little Dragons programme is more than just a martial arts class — it’s a foundation for life. Children gain fitness, focus, friendship, and confidence in a safe, nurturing environment.
📩 Book your child’s FREE trial lessons today HERE