Youth Martial Arts: Taekwondo, Seibukan Jujutsu, & Aikido

Youth Martial Arts

REGISTRATION IS ON A ROLLING MONTHLY BASIS, START ANYTIME OR CONTINUE WORKING ON YOUR SKILLS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR!

Build strength, confidence, focus, and fitness in a fun, safe, and supportive environment. Our youth program offers a variety of martial arts and kickboxing classes designed for skill development, discipline, and physical activity. All classes emphasize controlled drills, technique, and non-contact practice — no full-contact sparring or live fighting.

*Please be advised that our martial arts program does not permit full-contact sparring or live fighting. Our focus is on developing skills, techniques, and fitness through controlled drills, forms, and non-contact practice. This approach ensures a safe and supportive environment for all participants while allowing everyone to benefit from the fitness and mental aspects of martial arts training.

📍 Location: MCRPD Studios — 579 S. Franklin St., Fort Bragg, CA
🕒 Schedule: Rolling monthly sessions — start anytime!
💰 Pricing: Monthly options, drop-ins and punch cards also available - SEE BELOW FOR SPECIFIC CLASSES

Scholarships available from FRIENDS OF MCRPD - SEE APPLICATION HERE

Parents dropping off kids please fill out a waiver. - File Below

Martial Arts Waiver 2026.pdf

Program Options

Taekwondo

Taekwondo emphasizes powerful kicks. Taekwondo is one of the oldest martial arts in the world. Taekwondo training develops your self-discipline and self-confidence, and improves self-defense skills and physical fitness. Our classes will help you achieve your fitness goals. Our carefully designed system of instruction makes starting your training easy and enjoyable for both beginners and advanced students..

Ages 6 -9 — Tues &Thurs 4:00–5:00 PM
Ages 10 - 15 — Tues &Thurs 5:00–6:00 PM

A group photo of taekwondo students and instructors, showcasing various belt colors in a training academy setting.

Seibukan Jujutsu

Seibukan Jujutsu is an effective and practical martial art developed for self-protection as well as personal development. The techniques are passed down from the combat systems of the samurai in feudal Japan. Based on ancient tradition, Seibukan Jujutsu has been developed to meet the needs of the modern day warrior, focusing on redirecting an attacker's energy, utilizing joint locks for pins and throws, defending against multiple assailants, and training in a variety of weapons. The emphasis differs from Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, which is competitive, and focuses on ground combat with a single person. Seibukan Jujutsu includes a powerful philosophy of self-development and harmony with others. Together we work towards excellent health, great relationships, and ample abundance.

Ages 12 & up COED

Tuesdays and Thursdays 7:00PM-8:00PM

Saturdays 12:00PM-1:00PM

YOUTH AIKIDO (AGES 10-15)

Help your child build confidence, find their focus, and make new friends! Our Kids Aikido program combines movement, practical self-defense, and valuable life skills in a positive, encouraging environment.

More than movement—skills for life!

Kids will work on:

Focus, calm, and coordination
Self-esteem and confidence
Practical self-defense skills
Physical and emotional resilience
Conflict resolution and leadership
Making friends and having fun!

Practice peace. Build strength. Grow confidence.
Aikido is a nonviolent, noncompetitive martial art that emphasizes harmony, balance, and redirecting aggression. We teach children to approach conflict calmly, choose peaceful solutions, and develop skills to protect themselves when needed.

Through guided practice, kids will learn rolling, safe break-falls, basic hand and footwork, and techniques that connect movement with mental focus. Training will also explore grounding, ki—the connection between energy and intention—and atemi, movements used to help create openings in a technique. Traditional practice weapons will be introduced later in the curriculum.

Meet your instructor!

A smiling instructor in a martial arts gi poses with a child in casual attire at a dojo, with a traditional banner in the background.

Classes are taught by black belt instructor Aaron Goertzen, guiding kids as they build a strong foundation in Aikido.

Mondays & Wednesdays • 4–5 PM

MCRPD Martial Arts Studios
579 S. Franklin St., Fort Bragg

First class is FREE!
Introductory price: $15 drop-in- OR REGISTER HERE!

Let’s move, connect, and grow stronger together!
Visit mendocoastrec.org or call 707-409-0760 for more information.

Youth Wrestling

Starts Wed, Nov 11

Rolling, tumbling, and wrestling basics: stance, movement, takedowns and escapes. No hitting or kicking. Kids are paired by size, with a coach on the mat the whole time. No experience needed.