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Children and teenagers at Shouraki
Kids’ and youth martial arts in Aachen
Three age groups from 3 to 15, two free trial classes and a waiting area with coffee and snacks. If you would like to use the time yourself, try the gym in Aachen once for free while you wait.
- 3 age groups from 3 to 15
- from 3 years old, the Panda group is where it starts
- 2x free trial classes, with no contract
- 1x a week in your fixed group
At a glance
Kids’ martial arts in Aachen: martial arts for children and teenagers
In short: Kids’ martial arts in Aachen at Shouraki means three age groups. Panda trains from age 3 to 5, Ninja from age 6 to 8 and Samurai from age 9 to 15. Training takes place once a week in your child’s own group. Two free trial classes are included, and parents can use that time for their own free trial session in the fitness area.
Children learn more in martial arts than technique: they learn to follow rules, look out for each other and keep going when something does not work straight away. At Shouraki they train in three age groups, so that every child meets others of the same age.
| Panda groupMovement, coordination, first rules | 3 to 5 |
|---|---|
| Ninja groupBoxing, kickboxing, freestyle wrestling, no-gi BJJ | 6 to 8 |
| Samurai groupBoxing, kickboxing, freestyle wrestling, no-gi BJJ | 9 to 15 |
| Adult classesMartial arts from age 16 | from 16 |
- No experience needed All groups take beginners. The structure follows age, not previous experience.
- Once a week Your child trains once a week in a fixed group.
- With partners Children work with partners and do not try to beat each other.
- Changing rooms and parking Changing rooms, showers, lockers for valuables and free parking are all part of it.
Three groups
Three groups, one path
The groups are divided by age. You can see which one suits your child from the age range; if in doubt, we will advise you at the free trial class. When each group trains is shown in the timetable.
Your child’s age
- AllGroup / groups
- Pandafor ages 3 to 5
- Ninjafor ages 6 to 8
- Samuraifor ages 9 to 15
- Movement
- Coordination
Panda group
The starting point for the youngest. Movement, coordination and the first rules of training come first, in a playful way and in short sessions.
- Punch
- Kick
- Ground
- no-gi
Ninja group
Elements of boxing, kickboxing, freestyle wrestling and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, built up to suit the age group. Ground work is done without a gi.
- Punch
- Kick
- Ground
- no-gi
Samurai group
Youth training combines punching and kicking techniques with ground fighting. Ground work is done without a gi.
Partners
instead of opponents
If you are not careful, you hurt someone, and even a six-year-old understands that quickly. Consideration is not a rule imposed from outside here. It is what makes training possible at all.
Free trial class
How the free trial class works
Your child joins in twice for free, with no obligation and no contract. Four steps, and one of them is for you too.
Choose a date
You pick the group and your preferred date in advance in the class finder further down this page.
- Group
- Preferred date
Arrive 15 minutes before the start
That leaves enough time to get changed. Changing rooms, showers and lockers for valuables are available on site.
What your child brings
- Sportswear
- clean indoor shoes
- something to drink
Any equipment needed can be provided for getting started.
Watch or train yourself
The class runs as usual. You watch from the bench in the hall, or try the gym in Aachen once for free in the meantime; after that you need your own membership for it. Afterwards there is time for questions.
- then your own membership
Take your time to decide
The free trial class comes with no obligation and no contract. You decide together afterwards whether your child stays.
- 011st free trial class
- 022nd free trial class
- 03Your decision
For every age
When your child joins
When does your child join?
From 3
In the Panda group at three
A child who starts in the Panda group at three moves up to the Ninja group at six and to the Samurai at nine. The three groups build on each other.
Which group is next depends only on your child’s age.
Later
Joining later without catching up
The groups build on each other, but your child does not have to catch up if they join later. A child who only joins at ten starts straight away with the Samurai and learns the basics there.
All groups take beginners. The structure follows age, not previous experience.
From 16
At 16 into the adult classes
Youth training ends at 16 and you continue in the adult classes: kickboxing, MMA, boxing, Wing Chun, ground fighting or Kali with the stick (knife training from 18).
The next step is already in the building. You can find everything about it under Martial arts in Aachen.
The building
Floor plan: halls, octagon and boxing ring
The plan shows where everything is in the building: the training halls with the octagon and boxing ring, the changing rooms, the café and the gym. Choose a room to highlight it.
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Martial arts school & fitness centre Shouraki
360-degree tour: mat hall and all training areas
Take a look around before your trial: swipe or drag sideways to turn. The arrows on the floor lead into the next room, and "Rooms" jumps straight there.
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Halle 1: Mattenfläche
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Trainers
Every class has a person behind it
Which trainer leads your child’s group depends on the class.
Head trainer
Reza Shouraki
Dai Sifu, owner and head trainer
Founder of the school, focus on Jeet Kune Do. He began wrestling at the age of three and has since trained in a range of martial arts, including Taekwondo, boxing, Wing Chun and Jeet Kune Do.
View trainer profile
The whole team
Other trainers teach at Shouraki, including in Wing Chun, kickboxing, MMA and kids’ and youth classes.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions from parents
Is martial arts right for my child?
Parents ask us this question most often. Two routes in our guide go into it in more detail.
What age can my child join?
From age 3 in the Panda group. The Ninja group is for 6 to 8-year-olds and the Samurai group for 9 to 15-year-olds. From age 16, training continues in the adult classes.
Can parents be present during training?
Yes. In the training hall there is a bench and a screened-off area with coffee for parents, as well as a comfortable waiting area and snacks and drinks.
Can I train while my child is in a class?
Yes, with your own membership for the fitness area. While your child trains in the kids' or youth group, you can work out on the equipment or attend one of the fitness classes running at the same time. The GRIT sessions, for example, are deliberately scheduled alongside the kids' classes. You can try the gym once for free.
How often does my child train each week?
Once a week in a fixed group. A children's and youth membership covers one kids' class, not several groups at the same time. Which day that is depends on the group's weekly timetable.
Does my child need experience to start?
No. All groups take beginners, and the structure follows age, not previous experience.
What does my child need to bring?
Sportswear, clean indoor shoes and something to drink. Any equipment needed can be provided for getting started.
Secure your spot
Book a free trial class for your child
Your child can join in twice for free, with no obligation and no contract. Choose your child's group and a preferred date.
Class schedule
Your week at the dojo
Pick a day or switch the calendar view.
The dates are filtered immediately.
Available classes
Classes on the selected day
No class, no timetable
Try the gym
Just pick a day and drop by during our opening hours. How long you train is up to you.
- Free training on the machines
- No fixed time
- Free and non-binding
Open: Monday - Friday 09:00-12:00, Monday - Friday 16:00-21:00, Saturday 12:00-17:00