Every Tuesday, Herlev Ju-Jutsu invites children aged 3-7 and their parents onto the mat for an hour of play, movement and togetherness, with the first steps into Ju-Jutsu.
This family class is not about fighting or competition. The focus is on the bond between child and parent through shared activities, motor skills, rough-and-tumble games and safe exercises. Play and simple gymnastics gradually lead into real Ju-Jutsu techniques, giving children a solid foundation they can carry on to the beginners' group when they turn 8.
The class is taught by William, a trained pedagogue, green belt and Ju-Jutsu instructor, who is also a father of four and works with the club's beginners and tournament competitors. The session covers balance, body control, falling technique, cooperation, respect, confidence, concentration and body awareness, with bear grading, small games tournaments, visits from the club's competition team and demonstrations of 'real Ju-Jutsu'.
Everyone is welcome to come along for a trial session or two. No experience or special equipment is needed, although a gi must be bought if you want to join the class. The main thing is the desire to play, move and have fun together.
