Saints Gym Juniors
At a Glance:
- min age - 8yrs
- £5 per session
- £15 anual licence/insurance (only needed if your junior wants to grade or compete)
- optional grading
- training Weekdays 5pm till 6pm and Saturdays 11am till 12 noon
Does your child have a problem with staying focused or need to increase his or her level of fitness?
Martial Arts are Great for Children
Carleton University (USA), in a study reported in Psychology Today (January
1985), found that children in martial arts have a lower level of anxiety; an
increased sense of responsibility; a decrease in the willingness to take foolish
risks; a higher sense of self-esteem; higher level of social intelligence; and
were less likely to be radical.
Saints juniors are taught a mixture of Muay Thai, boxing and kickboxing.
The main focus of Saints Gym is to prepare adults for ring competition.
However, we are more than happy to train juniors (from 8yrs) providing they
show an interest in the sport. Juniors are taught the same devastating techniques
as the adults except allowance is made for their shorter attention span and
physical limitations.
Sparring is an integral part of Saints training where students quickly learn
control and earn respect. If your junior does not like 'play fighting', he/she
will probably not enjoy our classes.
We teach sports psychology rather than eastern philosophy and your children will not be asked to believe in ‘chi’ energy or magic knockout points -all our methods are truth-tested in the ring - and we usually win.
Saints instructors are known by their first names giving very much a family
atmosphere to the gym.
There is absolutely no obligation for any student to compete, but for those
who wish to, we attend properly sanctioned shows throughout the country as well
as hosting our own.
Juniors can grade if they wish but again, this is not compulsory.
Except for a groinguard and gumshield (combined cost of £10), we provide
all the equipment needed for safe practice – all you need bring is shorts
and a t-shirt – and your little champion!
Saints Gym is female, beginner, junior and student friendly. There is no intimidation and no bullying. We have a safe, friendly environment.
How to join in.....
Simply turn up to Saints Gym 10 mins before your class starts. Bring a t-shirt and
shorts (or tracky bottoms). Ultimate Fighting, Muay Thai and Kickboxing are practiced barefoot - please keep your
toe nails short.
The hardest part is turning up - once you are here, you will love it!