For Kids

Why Seido Karate for Children?

Cayuga Lake Seido Karate offers classes for children of all levels of experience and ability. Specialized curriculum for students ages 6-8 allows them to progress steadily as they acquire the fundamental skills of balance, strength, and mental focus. Older children and teens build upon these skills and take on more vigorous challenges appropriate to their level of progress.

Character Development

Seido Karate was founded on three main principles: respect, love and obedience. Children who study Seido learn, within each class, the values of honesty, commitment, trust, and perseverance, as well as the importance of treating others kindly. Each student is encouraged to be a better person today than they were yesterday.

Concentration and Self-Discipline

Students of Seido Karate learn to focus on the task at hand and to complete challenges, small or large. Special emphasis is placed on developing better control of the body, the breath, and the mind. Students learn the importance of following the rules of family, school and society.

Self-Defense and Confidence

Through disciplined study of traditional karate, children are taught to stand strong. We focus on reinforcing positive behaviors that can help students deal with the stresses of peer pressure or bullying to which they may be exposed. Students also learn strategies that help them become a positive influence on those around them.

It’s FUN!

Our instructors are certified educators with years of experience who have created an environment that is both challenging and fun. Children develop mentally, physically and emotionally while building positive relationships with fellow students in an atmosphere of mutual support and caring.