No experience needed
Most children begin as complete beginners. They do not need to know anything about karate before they arrive.
Merriott · Juniors · Ages 7–12
A positive place to grow in confidence.
Juniors is a clear, supportive karate pathway for children developing confidence, coordination, focus, safe partner work, and the resilience to keep learning.
- Ages7–12
- Starting pointComplete beginners welcome
- ApproachStructured, supportive, progressive
Start with what matters to you
What would you most like training to support?
Every child starts somewhere different. Choose any options that feel relevant, and we will show how Juniors can help.
Choose any that feel relevant
We will help you find a useful starting point.
There is no right answer here. A first class is simply an opportunity to see whether Juniors feels like the right environment.
Your next step
See available Merriott Juniors classes.
Select a suitable first session. Your Merriott and Juniors choices are already included.
A calm first step
What happens next?
- 01
Book a trial
Choose a suitable Merriott Juniors session and reserve your child’s first visit.
- 02
Arrive and settle in
We will welcome you, explain the session, and make sure your child knows what to expect.
- 03
Try the class
Your child joins in at their own starting point, with clear structure and supportive coaching.
Before their first class
Everything you need to know to get started.
Comfortable clothing is fine
For a first session, comfortable clothing that allows easy movement is all that is needed.
Structured and beginner-friendly
Teaching is clear, paced, and age-appropriate, so new students can follow the class without feeling lost.
Nervous is normal
Starting something new can feel like a big step. We help children settle in at a pace that feels manageable.
Training that meets you where you are
Need to discuss adjustments before you book?
You are welcome to talk with us about communication, confidence, mobility, sensory needs, returning to activity, or any adjustment that could help training feel more manageable.