Family Martial Arts Classes
All Ages
OK, we admit it, our family self defence classes are our favourite session of the week, only because it’s such a special time for parents and children to spend together. Parents in Dubai and Abu Dhabi are busy; many are here at the peak of their careers, far from home and working full time, and it can be hard to find real time with our little ones.
That’s where martial arts for families comes in. Our family classes are designed for you and your children to learn self defence together, on the same mat, so the progress is shared rather than watched from the sidelines.
Self defence classes in Dubai and Abu Dhabi
Self defence is taught through our A.C.E system: Avoid, Control, Engage. Families learn to spot and avoid trouble first, then the escapes and holds from jiu jitsu and the striking from boxing and Muay Thai that help them stay in control. Parents who want classes of their own can also join our adult martial arts classes.
Family martial arts training programmes that help you grow together
At The Warrior Academy, we teach martial arts as a way to build character, and that doesn't stop at 18. In our family self defence classes, children work through the age-appropriate syllabus while parents train the adult syllabus alongside them, so nobody is sitting on a bench with a phone. Classes are capped at 13. It's what makes our family martial arts centres different from a kids-only dojo or an adults-only gym: everyone in the room is learning. Available across all our centres in Al Quoz, Arjan, Jumeirah Islands, and Abu Dhabi. For more info, check our class times pages to see which sessions run where.
Physical Training
Family training builds strength, conditioning, and mobility for both of you. Warm-ups, drills, and technique work are matched to each person's age and level, so a parent starting from scratch and a child two belts ahead can train in the same class and both be stretched.
Skill Development
Skill development isn't just for kids. In family sessions, parents learn practical self defence techniques, children see the adults in their life practise and improve, and both come away more confident. Watching a parent try, get it wrong, and try again is one of the most useful lessons a child can be given.
Mental Development
Martial arts is as much about the mind as the body. Our family self defence classes run on the same Warrior Method as every class we teach: Confidence, Conduct, and Concentration. Discipline and focus are trained on purpose, and respect for everyone on the mat is expected of everyone, youngest to oldest.
Overall Experience
You and your child progress through the same belt system, with grading registered with the WKF and the UAE Karate Federation. Earning a belt is satisfying at any age. Working towards the next one together gives you something to talk about all week.
Family Martial Arts Classes
Book An Introduction Session With Us Today
Want to spend more time with your children? Book a slot where you train alongside your child and help them grow, while we teach you the adult syllabus so you have something real to share.
You’ll both be working towards a black belt, and because the parents in the Family class are so invested in their child’s progress, we find the children take confidence from that and come on faster. It’s the most positive, wholesome way to start the weekend with our #WarriorFamily, and we love it.
Self defence classes are a healthy habit at any age, and the family class lets you build that habit side by side. Book a trial class or an introduction call and we’ll help you find the right centre and time for your family.
