FAQs
Need to know something about The Warrior Academy? We’ve listed our most commonly asked questions. If you don’t see what you need, please feel free to give us a call and we’ll be happy to help.
Yes, we have a unique syllabus based around the ITF (International Tae Kwon Do Federation) belt system and regularly transition students from other styles to our belts and our students who move onto other styles transition quickly. We are regulated by the WKF (World Karate Federation) and the UAE Karate Federation meaning no matter where your child trains, their belt level will be recognised.
In our classes your child is learning all of the important techniques to help them transition from our syllabus to ITF or WTF taekwondo, Muay Thai or even Karate. We have never had a student be turned away because of their belt, quite the opposite our students are praised for how versatile they are and how quickly they pick techniques up are compared to other styles.
When the Warrior Academy started we were part of the ITF organisation. The challenge we found is the strict rules and politics of the organisation restricted our ability to really maximise the character development aspect of our programme. Martial arts is great but developing your child’s character is what sets them up for a happy and successful life as an adult – since we made this bold change we have won countless awards for our programme and our transformations.
In WTF or ITF organisation’s it takes around 3-4 years on average to earn a black belt. In our programme our students take on average 6-8 years. We are so confident on the quality of our black belts that we guarantee everyone who gets a black belt a job in our Academy.
From age 2. Little Warriors is for ages 2 to 3, then Junior Warriors (4 to 6), Senior Warriors (7 to 9), Pre Teens (10 to 12) and Teens (13+).
No. Every child starts at their own level, and most of our students had never done martial arts before.
Yes. New families start with a VIP Pass for AED 199. It includes an introduction session, the Breakthrough Area Assessment of your child's confidence, conduct and concentration, a goal-setting call with your child's instructor and seven days of WarriorNet.
Memberships start from AED 898 a month. We'll talk you through the options after your child's first session.
We have four academies. Al Quoz suits families in Al Quoz, Al Barsha, Umm Suqeim and Al Safa. Arjan suits Arjan, Al Barsha South, JVC, Motor City and Arabian Ranches. Jumeirah Islands suits Jumeirah Islands, Jumeirah Park, The Springs, Emirates Hills, JLT and Dubai Marina. Our Abu Dhabi academy is in Al Wahda Mall, Al Nahyan.
Every programme is capped at 13 children and grouped by age.
For the first session, comfortable sports clothes. Members train in The Warrior Academy uniform.
Yes. Many of our students start shy. Small, age-based groups mean nobody is put on the spot, and confidence builds week by week.
Yes. Our anti-bullying work is built on our founder's book Not a Victim and runs through every programme.
No. Every session builds self-control and respect first. Children learn that technique is for protection only.
Your child's Breakthrough Area Assessment gives a starting point, and you have a monthly one-to-one call with their instructor to review progress and set new goals.
Yes. Children with ADHD, autistic children and children with sensory differences train in our normal programmes alongside their friends, and we coach to each child's strengths.
One syllabus that blends karate, taekwondo, jiu jitsu, boxing and Muay Thai, with one belt system.
Most children train once or twice a week. Training more often helps them progress faster.
A world class international team of 1st to 6th Dan black belts, including English, European and World champions, chosen for their ability to mentor young people.
Yes, during the summer holidays. Dates and details are announced each year, so follow us or ask your academy for this year's plans.
Our charity. Through it, about 15,000 children a week train on full scholarships in some of the toughest places in the world.