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Is Your Child Shy, Glued to Screens, or Struggling With Confidence?
Structured kickboxing classes for kids ages 7–12 in Galway designed to build confidence, discipline, and focus before children are ever asked to perform.
Gloves + shin pads included
Beginner-friendly
Mixed boys & girls
Safety-first training
Kids start in casual clothes (shorts/track pants + t-shirt)
Also have a younger child?
We run Little Dragons (ages 4–6)
“This isn’t about what your child learns. It’s about who they’re becoming.”
REAL TRANSFORMATION
“It was like watching him stand up straighter every week.”
Before:
Liam (9) hid at the school gate and spent over 5 hours a day on his tablet.
Week 2:
His posture changed, shoulders back, walking taller.
Weeks later:
He started answering questions in class and reminded Mum when it was kickboxing night.
“I finally felt I’d made the right choice as a parent.”
— Sarah Murphy, Galway City
If This Sounds Like Your Child…
This programme is for you if your child:
Is shy, nervous, or often described as not sporty.
​Spends more time on screens than building confidence with others.
Starts activities with good intentions… then quietly drops out.
Has plenty of energy, but struggles with focus, listening, or structure.
Why This Works (When Other Sports Didn’t)
We exist to give kids calm structure, clear boundaries, and consistent coaching during the years it matters most.
Most parents who come to us have already tried football, GAA, swimming, or dance
and their child either quit, shut down, or became overwhelmed.
Not because they’re lazy or just need to try harder.
But because most activities expect confidence before it’s built.
Confidence before performance
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Children feel safe first. Progress is structured, visible, and earned one step at a time.
Calm, consistent coaching
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Clear standards, steady guidance, and encouragement that builds trust.
Coaching attention
Proven Galway legacy
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Beginner kids are taught by two coaches, so they’re seen, corrected, and supported not lost in a crowd.
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Building confident kids in Galway since 1996 welcoming atmosphere, serious standards.
Often copied. Never equalled.
SAFETY
Is it safe? Yes.
Our 7–12 Beginner Program is built around safety from the very start.
No head contact for beginners
Drills matched by size & experience
Sparring is optional, introduced later, always supervised
Coaches are Garda vetted, First Aid certified, and Child Protection certified
Why We Don’t Allow Spectators (Especially at the Start)
To help children focus and build independence,
we don’t allow spectators during class.
This is especially important for shy or anxious kids.
But you’re never left in the dark.
You’re still supported:
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You can speak with the instructors before your child’s first session.
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You’ll know exactly what happens in class.
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You’ll receive feedback on how your child settles in.
WHAT HAPPENS IN CLASS (HOW CONFIDENCE IS BUILT)
What your child experiences in every 50-minute beginner class
Tangible Win
They finish the drill without giving up.
They walk back to the line standing a little taller.
Small Challenge
A simple drill matched to the child’s level : never thrown in at the deep end.​
Immediate Feedback
Clear guidance, gentle correction, and praise that’s earned.
​Alongside the physical training, kids also learn:
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Respect : Lining up, listening, thanking partners, following instructions.
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Resilience : Finishing the task even when it feels challenging.
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Responsibility: Showing up ready, staying focused, working within structure.
That’s why the confidence doesn’t stay in the gym only.parents notice it carrying into school, home, and everyday life.
What Real Progress Looks Like for Kids
​​Confidence & Discipline
Children who listen, follow structure, and believe in themselves without being pushed.
I can do hard things” starts to feel normal.
Fitness, Strength & Flexibility
Better coordination, strength, and overall fitness, built gradually and safely.
Resilience & Team Awareness
Learning to work with others, show respect, and keep going when things feel challenging.
Practical Self-Defence Foundations
Awareness, control, and confidence without fear, aggression, or pressure.
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