From Confidence to Discipline

For kids ages 8 to 12 ready to sharpen focus, build strength, and take pride in their progress.

Why most activities stop working at this age

Your child isn’t little anymore. They’re growing more independent, curious, and full of energy. The challenge is finding something that keeps them engaged — not just entertained.

Sports and after-school clubs can lose their spark. Some kids drift toward screens or give up when things get hard. Parents want more than busywork. They want their child to learn focus, discipline, and confidence that carries into every part of life.

That’s where the Ninja program begins.

Rei Karate-Do: Where kids grow stronger inside and out

Your child isn’t little anymore. They’re growing more independent, curious, and full of energy. The challenge is finding something that keeps them engaged, not just entertained.

Sports and after-school clubs can lose their spark. Some kids drift toward screens or give up when things get hard. Parents want more than busywork. They want their child to learn focus, discipline, and confidence that carries into every part of life.

That’s where the Ninja program begins.

Rei Karate Do: Where kids grow stronger inside and out

At Rei Karate Do, we’ve trained dozens of Barrie kids who started exactly here, ready for a challenge and capable of more.

Led by Raki Shihan, the Ninja program helps students build strength, discipline, and respect through consistent practice.

Strong technique

Steady focus

Real Self-Control

Pride through earned program

We don’t push perfection. We teach perseverance.

How Ninja classes create real growth

Set the Theme

Every class begins with a clear focus — from refining basic strikes to learning new combinations or kata.

Learn Through Play

Students build coordination, strength, and awareness through structured drills and partner work.

Celebrate Big

Belt tests, challenges, and consistent effort teach that progress is earned, not given.

It’s physical skill, discipline, and mindset training that helps kids succeed in school, at

home, and everywhere else.

Image of students practicing karate at Rei Karate in Barrie, emphasizing the benefits of focus, discipline, and respect.

Inside a Ninja Class

Students finish class focused, motivated, and excited for their next challenge.

Warm-up and bow-in: setting the mind and body for learning.

Skill practice: stances, combinations, drills, and kata.

Partner work to develop awareness and teamwork.

Confidence-building challenges — every student leaves proud of their effort.

Reflection and respect before bowing out.

Why These Years Matter Most

Between ages 8 and 12, kids start forming habits that last a lifetime.  Without guidance, they can lose focus or confidence — but with the right structure, they thrive.

The Ninja program gives kids the tools to stay grounded, disciplined, and confident.

Students learn that showing up, trying again, and giving their best builds more than karate skill — it builds character.

See your child grow into their strength

Imagine your child bowing at the end of class, breathing deeply, proud of the effort they gave.  They’re learning self-respect, focus, and determination — lessons that reach far beyond the dojo. This is where a lifetime of martial arts enjoyment begins.  Where kids learn to love the process, respect themselves, and see effort as something to be proud of.