This program provides an opportunity for children to learn an art of self defense that is not mainstream, non-competative and less aggressive than external martial arts..

Each child is encouraged to learn at their own pace within their own comfort zone. There is no competition.
Studies have shown that children have increased their concentration and improved their school grades from regular practice of this form. Bullying in Asian countries is not an issue as some form of Martial Arts is generally taught from a young age with a huge emphasis on tolerance, patience and acceptance of others.

The student developes a skill to move with precision and speed in order to fend off an attacker.

Hsing-I twelve animals improves co-ordination, strength, tones muscles without tension.

This generates power and ability to defend against aggressive action and to counter attack. It is a system that is popular with children in Japan, Taiwan and Israel and is taught in schools to children from age six.

Obesity and bullying has become a major problem with children today and this program addresses these issues. The program will improve the mindset of children to instill a postive approach to resolve these problems.

Hsing- I Sword, Stick and Saber
Using wooden weapons these forms are short patterns that improves balance, strength and fitness.

The martial applications are demonstrated using these weapons.

This is only taught with the full consultation and agreement of schools particpating or parents consent.

The childrens classes finishes with Qi Gong to slow down their excitement leaving them with a feeling of inner harmony and peace. Later, there will be an increase of energy after the body is relaxed and supple.
Parents have stated that their children are more serene after class.

Individual attention is given to those with special needs, weight issues or behavourial problems.

QI GONG
A stand form meditation using arm exchanges whilst calming the mind of the children after all the excitement of 12 animals practice. Increasess blood flow and energy to the five major organs.                                                         Teaches students to just "be still" for a period of time.