The Perfect Time to Start is Different for Every Child.
Every child develops at their own pace. Some young students jump right into class, while others need a little more time to become comfortable listening, following directions, and participating with a group.
That's okay.
Our Tots program is designed to meet young students where they are and help them develop those skills over time. We don't expect children to walk through the door already knowing how to focus, stay still, or follow every direction—that's part of what they're here to learn.
A free introduction lesson gives your child a chance to experience class while giving our instructors an opportunity to see how they respond to the training environment. We are firm believers in merit and honest feedback. If we believe your child is ready to begin, we'll tell you. If we believe they would benefit from a little more time before starting, we'll tell you that too.
Our goal isn't simply to enroll another student. It's to make sure that when your child begins their martial arts journey, they're ready to have a positive and successful experience.
PRESCHOOL MARTIAL ARTS IN HOUSTON
Building the Foundation
Preschool martial arts in Houston should be about much more than learning how to kick and punch. Our Tots program uses age-appropriate training to help students develop the mental and physical skills that create a strong foundation both on and off the mats.
Our Tots students learn the same foundational material taught in our Kids program, but we break it into smaller, age-appropriate pieces.
This gives our youngest martial artists the time and repetition they need to understand each skill, build confidence, and develop a strong foundation for the next stage of their training.
These skills help our youngest students learn how to focus, manage themselves, work with others, and retain what they're learning—building habits that carry far beyond the mats.
MENTAL SKILLS
FOCUS & DISCIPLINE
Learning to pay attention, listen, follow directions, and stay engaged.
TEAM WORK
Working with others, taking turns, cooperating, and learning to be part of a group.
SELF-CONTROL
Learning to manage their actions, emotions, and energy in a positive way.
MEMORY
Remembering instructions, movements, and sequences.
These skills help our youngest students develop greater control over their bodies while building the strength, balance, and coordination needed for martial arts and everyday movement.
PHYSICAL SKILLS
FITNESS
Building strength, endurance, and healthy movement habits through active training.
CONTROL
Learning to move with purpose while developing greater control over their body.
BALANCE
Developing stability and body awareness while moving, kicking, and changing positions.
COORDINATION
Learning to move different parts of the body together with greater coordination and confidence.
WHAT TO EXPECT
What Does a Tots Class Look Like
40 MINUTE CLASSES
Our Tots classes are 40 minutes long--enough time for meaningful training while keeping the pace appropriate for our youngest students.
STRUCTURED, BUT FLEXIBLE
Every class has a purpose and a plan, but teaching young children requires flexibility. Our instructors adjust the pace and activities to keep students engaged while still working toward the goals of each class.
ACTIVE LEARNING
Young children learn by doing. Classes combine martial arts instruction with movement, repetition, drills, and age-appropriate activites that keep students learning while having fun.
FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE
Tots classes are offered five days each week, giving families the flexibility to train around busy schedules. Most students attend two to three classes per week, and there's no need to reserve a spot for each class, just show up ready to train.
Ready To Begin?
Let us earn your trust with a FREE Intro lesson.
No pressure. No obligations. Come experience Cho's for yourself.
01 - TELL US ABOUT YOUR CHILD
Complete the form and tell us a little about your child, including their age and anything else that may help us get to know them.
02 - WE'LL REACH OUT
One of our instructors will personally reach out—typically within a few hours—to answer your questions and schedule their FREE Intro Lesson.
03 - JUMP INTO CLASS
Your child gets to step onto the mats and experience our program firsthand while you get a chance to meet our instructors and see why Cho's is the right fit.