02Ages · 4 to 7
Little Tigers
Karate for children aged four to seven. Safe, supportive classes where learning is fun, and every child builds strength, balance, focus and good manners at a pace that suits them.
- Ages
- 4 to 7
- First class
- Free at most clubs
- Next group
- Juniors at 8
01For parents
Is Little Tigers right for my child?
- Aged four to seven
Little Tigers is for children from four until they move up to Juniors at eight.
- No experience needed
Little Tigers is where karate starts for children aged four to seven.
- Every child at their own pace
Not every child is the same. Some find parts of karate harder than others, and that is expected.
- Safety comes first
Safe training practices, the right equipment, and Working With Children approved instructors.
02In class
What happens in class
- 01
Safe training practices
Instructors are trained and qualified in Shotokan karate, and they make sure the right equipment is used at all times, so you can feel confident about how your child is taught.
- 02
A good workout, and more learning than they realise
Exercises are fun, interactive and challenging for every student. Children get a good workout, and pick up more than they notice.
- 03
Patient, personal attention
Instructors are patient and supportive at all times. They give one-to-one guidance and keep each child learning at a pace that suits them.
03Strengths
What they develop
Little Tigers classes are designed to develop each student's strengths, in three connected areas.
Body
- Overall body strength
- Balance
- Coordination
- Flexibility
- Agility
Mind
- Focus
- Attitude
- Listening skills
Character
- Good manners and dojo etiquette
- Awareness of others
- Social skills
Linked items are among the eight WSKF principles, and each has its own page.
04Learning through movement
Having fun makes learning easier
Little Tigers builds every strength above through exercises that are fun, interactive and challenging, in a safe and supportive class where learning stays enjoyable.
Not every child finds every part of karate easy, so instructors are patient and supportive, and let each child learn at their own pace rather than expecting the whole class to move at once.
05The path ahead
The first step on one black belt syllabus
Little Tigers is the first of six age groups that share one syllabus. At eight, students move up to Juniors, where classes ask them to think a lot more about everything they do.
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4–7 Little Tigers Strength, balance, focus and good manners, taught through fun. You are here
- 8–12 Juniors More depth and more partner work, and learning to lead as well as follow. Juniors
- 13–19 Teens Demanding, fast-paced training, with something new in every class. Teens
- 20–75+ Adults Three adult groups, from 20 to 75 and over. All age groups
06Parent questions
Parent questions
What age can my child start?
Little Tigers takes children from four years old. At eight they move up to Juniors.
Is the first class free?
At most of our clubs the first class is free, with no obligation to join. It is not the same at every club, so check with the club you plan to visit or ask in your enquiry.
What if my child finds some of it hard?
That is expected. Not every child is the same, and some find some parts of karate more difficult than others. Instructors are patient, give one-to-one guidance and keep each child learning at a pace that suits them.
Are instructors checked to work with children?
Instructors are Working With Children approved, and WSKF Australia is Kidsport approved.
Where are Little Tigers classes held?
Class availability varies by club and venue. Tell us your suburb in the enquiry and the club will confirm the nearest Little Tigers class, including at the WSKF Perth venues.
Do I have to sign a 12 month contract?
No. There are no 12 month contracts.
“To any parent reading this, WSKF Australia has classes to suit students of all ages and uses a very caring and instructive approach.”
07Enquire
Book a first Little Tigers class
Tell us your area and the club will confirm a suitable class for your child.
Prefer to talk? Ring
9444 3737Find a Little Tigers class
Little Tigers · Ages 4 to 7

