Karate at Primary Schools
When do school classes run?
Classes at primary schools run every week during term time as after school clubs and also before school starts (ready in time for class registration).
What happens at Karate Club?
Our club is about being a part of something different and special, not just a 'sport' after school. Karate club also includes unique games and challenges ranging from reaction drills to flying kicks against pads to nunchuck demonstrations, mat wrestling games, and so much more.
Who can grade in Karate?
Children who train throughout the term, may be able to grade at the end of each term for their stripes and colour belts in Shotokan Karate.
What are the benefits of attending Rayner Karate classes?
A key focus at Rayner Karate is helping to engage and develop young people to become healthier and more athletic individuals. This not only helps children’s growth and development in the short term, but has the potential to positively impact their bodies' health and physical ability as they grow older too.
Why is Karate suitable for all children?
Because it is not a ‘sport’ in the traditional sense of the word, Karate offers unique possibilities for children of all ability levels at Primary School. Children who are perhaps shyer, less confident and not as inclined to participate in other activities can thrive just as much as children who enjoy a range of sports. One of the many reasons for this is Sensei Scott's goal of helping children develop their own individual strengths at Karate. While encouraging the group dynamic is important in our classes, ultimately Karate isn't a team sport and each child who trains with us will be helped but also challenged to find how to express themselves as a young person and martial artist.
Our aim is to help every child who comes to Karate become a stronger version of themselves, in every way.