Martial Arts for a 3 Year Old? Good Idea, or Too Young? - Youngstown,OH

My daycare offers karate once a week and both my son and daughter started when they were 3. My husband is a blackbelt in karate, so he was all about them starting. They both love it, but I would say that as long as your expectations are realistic about what they actually learn, then I would say go for it,. My son is 6 now and we have him enrolled in a school for karate now and I think he is probably a little more advanced than the kids that are just starting, but really, it is more about them just having fun and getting exercise. My daughter is 3 1/2 and has been doing karate for about 7 months and really loves it.

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Our school, the classes start at age 4. If they are able to sit still and listen, and then do what they are told to do, then fine. My son started at 4, and he LOVES it. He's been going since February 1 and goes to class 2 days/week, practices at home (his own choice) everyday, and has asked for help from our 4 year old neighbor who takes gymnastics to help him with his shoulder rolls and jumping exercises. They "share" info together and play well. It's kinda funny. An exercise co-op.

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My niece is 3.5 and has been going for a few months. She loves it!!!! I'd say do it!!!

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My daughter got more out of gymnastics at 3 than dance or martial arts. She really wants to do martial arts again though (she is 5.5 now)... but is just too busy to fit one more activity in the schedule!

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My son started at 3.5 and earned his black belt at age 12.
It was awesome for him. He learned self discipline, respect, honor, and more.
Do it!
LBC

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