Aikido training at Aikido of Scranton provides many benefits for kids –

• An opportunity to try out the most modern of all the Martial Arts in a safe, supportive setting
• Active learning situations which will increase self-confidenc while teaching the value of self-discipline
• An emphasis on respecting others, cooperation, and resolving conflicts without fighting
• Enhanced ability to pay attention, focus efforts, and work in harmony with others.
• Excellent conditioning, flexibility, and agility training

Aikido teaches students to defend themselves… by not fighting.  Instead of relying on potentially crippling kicks or punches, the student of Aikido learns to apply various wrist locks, arm pins, and unbalancing throws.  These neutralize attacks without serious injury to the attacker.

Aikido is ideal for children because the self-defense techniques which it teaches do not depend on superior size or strength.  Boys and girls of all ages can practice together and participate equally in the training hall.