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Many parents with active kids are unsure of how to find healthy outlets for them to express their energy. Maybe your child is always climbing on furniture or loves to stay moving. Ninja classes at Dominique Dawes Academy are a great way for kids to release their energy. We’ll dive into our Ninja classes, why they’re a great option and how you can enroll your child in one of our classes.
What Are Kids Ninja Classes?
Our kids ninja classes are obstacle-course-based training inspired by American Ninja Warrior. We have a variety of levels to accommodate kids of all ages and skills.
Each ninja class teaches kids how to use balance beams, hanging rigs, monkey bars and more. What makes our ninja classes stand out is that they’re structured and progression-based. If you’ve attended an open-gym format before, you’re used to trying everything on your own terms. In our classes, our experienced coaches will help guide your child in every phase of their journey.
We offer Little Ninjas Classes for younger children and Ninja Classes for older students at our Jersey Village, TX location.
- Little Ninjas: Learn coordination, balance and body awareness in a safe and age-appropriate environment.
- Ninjas: Practice advanced techniques and skills through a series of levels, while focusing on safety.
Whether you’re new to ninja or an advanced ninja warrior, we have flexible options for everyone.
What Kids Actually Learn in a Ninja Class
While our Ninja classes are a fun way to get moving, they also offer physical and mental benefits.
- Functional Strength: Your child will develop strength by climbing, hanging, and pulling on a variety of obstacles.
- Agility & Coordination: By analyzing each obstacle, your child will gain critical thinking skills.
- Balance & Spatial Awareness: Learn body awareness and how to prevent injury through safe techniques.
- Grip Strength & Upper Body Endurance: Build upper body strength, which is often an undeveloped skill in children.
- Mental Skills: Develop a sense of confidence by completing an obstacle you couldn’t do at the beginning of your journey.
Benefits of Ninja Training for Kids
Ninja Training provides a full-body workout and offer a variety of benefits:
Physical Benefits:
- Increased Endurance: Our classes boost cardiovascular health
- Improved Strength & Agility: Kids develop strength from climbing walls
- Enhanced Balance: Increase your balance and flexibility through movements such as rope swings and balance beams.
Mental & Emotional Benefits:
- Confidence Building: Learn how to carry a “can-do” attitude in and outside of the gym.
- Problem Solving: Each course puts your mind to the test, which improves your critical thinking skills.
- Discipline: Showing up and practicing each course weekly helps teach the importance of dedication.
Not only will you have fun in our Ninja classes, you’ll also learn crucial skills that carry over into everyday life.
Who Are Ninja Classes For?
Many parents are surprised to hear that ninja classes are suited for kids of all ages and abilities, not just the high energy, athletic kids. Our classes typically cover ages 4-14, with some starting at the toddler level.
Ninja classes also work well for kids who are bored with traditional team sports, the kids looking to boost their confidence and those who want something better than a typical fitness class.
Our classes attract a diverse range of kids compared to a standard gymnastics class. Whether you’re athletic and outgoing or identify as “non-athletic,” there’s a fit for you.
Ninja Classes vs. Gymnastics: What's the Difference?
Many parents compare gymnastics and ninja classes. While they may look similar, the experience is different.
Gymnastics is a technical, apparatus-based format while our ninja classes are obstacle-based and fitness-forward. One isn’t better than the other, both formats appeal to different personalities and learning styles. Some kids thrive in the creative format ninja offers and others want a more structured approach in gymnastics.
If you can’t decide which class is a better fit, we encourage you to try both to see how your child adapts. Many kids do both because they build strength, confidence and the skills overlap.
At our Academy, we are one of the few places that offers high-quality gymnastics and ninja programs.
Why Parents Love Ninja Classes
Parents love enrolling their kids in our Ninja classes because it’s a workout disguised as play. Children are working together while they jump, climb and land on obstacles. Another benefit of our classes is that all progress is individual. Sometimes it can be intimidating when a child is ahead of others in a class. Our classes range from Level 1 to Level 6, allowing your child to move at their own pace.
While we enjoy teaching kids new tricks, the mental impact is unmatched. Each student is able to walk away with lifelong skills. “When they struggle with things in school, they are able to preserve. They know that if they work really hard, they’ll be able to accomplish what they want,” said the Corisco family.
What to Expect in Your Child's First Ninja Class
Starting out at a new gym can be intimidating. At Dominique Dawes Academy, we make sure everyone is prepared for their first class.
Kids usually arrive in athletic wear, with no zippers or jewelry and their hair tied back. You don’t need shoes as most kids train barefoot. We also recommend bringing a water bottle to stay hydrated throughout practice.
In our ninja classes, you will warm up, rotate between skill stations, test the obstacle course, then end with a cool down. Classes typically run for 45-60 minutes.
Most parents are relieved to hear that our ninja classes are a great option for nervous first-timers. Our coaches are trained to help all personalities, not just the outgoing students. If your child is shy, this helps them get out of their comfort zone and make new friends.
Lastly, each child’s progression is different. Our classes range from Level 1 to Level 6. In level 1, you learn the basics of ninja training. In level 6, you take on competition-style courses. Kids are encouraged to move at their own pace and will be introduced to new skills as they improve.
Ninja Classes at Dominique Dawes Academy
Our ninja classes are unique because it’s an Olympic-caliber coaching philosophy with an emphasis on confidence. We offer six levels of ninja training. Each class is conducted using real obstacle equipment and safe courses.
We currently offer ninja classes at 7 locations, with more to come in the future:
- Alpharetta, GA
- Ashburn, VA
- Clarksburg, MD
- Columbia, MD
- Jersey Village, TX
- Rockville, MD
- Silver Spring, MD
If your child can’t get enough of our ninja training, we encourage them to enroll in a Ninja Summer Camp. Learn more about the benefits of an active summer camp.
How to Get Started with Ninja in Jersey Village
If you’re ready to take the next steps and enroll in a Ninja class at our Jersey Village, TX location, view the class schedule and find a time that works best for you.
Take advantage of our FREE trial class, no strings attached! Experience our Academy, meet our coaches, and see if our class is the right fit for your child.
Come watch your child jump and climb with our experienced instructors. Once you participate in your first class, we’re confident you’ll want to come back!
