A fun, supportive introduction to martial arts for children aged 3 at The Combat Academy Barnsley HQ & Burton.

Early Years Martial Arts - Ninja Tots

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A Fun First Step into Martial Arts

Finding the right activity for a pre-school child can be tricky. You want something safe, active, positive, age-appropriate and enjoyable. 

Ninja Tots is specifically for children aged 3, giving them a playful introduction to martial arts through movement, games and encouragement. 

Children practise listening, taking turns, following simple instructions, building balance and celebrating small wins. 

Every class provides a supportive place for children to join in, try new activities and feel proud of their progress.

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What Our Ninja Tots Classes Include

Every class is designed to keep young children active, engaged and comfortable while they learn. 

Through simple, age-appropriate martial arts and introductory kickboxing activities, children practise listening, balance, coordination, foundational strength and concentration.

Classes are kept small, allowing our instructors to give children plenty of support and attention as they join in, try new activities and grow in confidence.

Your Partner in Parenting

Your child’s health, happiness and confidence are at the heart of everything we do. 

Our martial arts curriculum encourages values including courage, commitment, self-belief, effort, discipline and respect for themselves and others. 

We work alongside parents to reinforce positive thoughts, words, choices and behaviours that children can carry into nursery, school and home life. 

As children develop, Ninja Tots helps prepare them for the next stage of their martial arts journey, including our Little Ninjas programme for ages 4–7.

Building Coordination and Control

Ninja Tots helps children develop balance, coordination and greater control over their movements. 

Through games and simple martial arts activities, children learn that movements should be controlled and intentional. 

As they develop body awareness and foundational strength, children can become more confident when taking part in physical activities.

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Developing Focus and Concentration

Keeping a young child’s attention can sometimes feel challenging, but a clear and positive class structure can make a real difference. 

Ninja Tots gives children regular opportunities to practise listening, understanding simple instructions and concentrating long enough to complete an activity. 

Recognising their success helps children feel proud of what they have achieved and encourages them to keep trying. 

These early habits can support children at nursery, at home and as they become more comfortable in structured group settings. 

Learning Confidence, Patience and Resilience

Young children can sometimes become frustrated when they do not succeed on their first attempt. 

Ninja Tots gives children a supportive place to try new things, make mistakes and discover that improvement comes through effort, patience and practice. 

Our instructors encourage children to celebrate small achievements, treat others with respect and keep going when an activity feels challenging. 

This helps children grow in confidence while learning that progress matters more than getting everything right straight away.

Ready to Try Ninja Tots in Barnsley & Burton?

Ninja Tots classes are available at The Combat Academy Barnsley HQ & Burton for pre-school children aged 3. 

Book a free Ninja Tots taster session and let your child meet the instructors, experience a class and begin their martial arts journey. 

Ninja Tots - Frequently Asked Questions

What age is Ninja Tots for?

Ninja Tots is specifically designed for pre-school children aged 3. It provides a fun and supportive introduction to martial arts while helping children develop listening skills, balance, coordination, concentration and confidence.

Can a 3-year-old start martial arts?

Yes. Ninja Tots is designed around the needs and stage of development of children aged 3. 

Sessions are fun and informal, with simple martial arts activities that help children practise listening, movement, balance and coordination in a supportive environment.

What is the difference between Ninja Tots and Little Ninjas?

Ninja Tots is for children aged 3 and focuses on early listening, movement, balance, coordination and confidence through fun, informal sessions. 

Little Ninjas is the next stage for children aged 4–7, with a more structured martial arts programme designed around their developing abilities.

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Ciara Owen
2 weeks ago
Friendly and helpful staff, clean, very inclusive
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simona dragne
2 weeks ago
Thank you for all the support and encouragement provided throughout the training sessions for our kids.
We are very happy and proud for the progress and we are very excited to anchive more goals.🙏🌟🔥
Great team , very supportive, very professional and highly involved 👏👍
Many thanks 🌟🙏
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Zac Zachariah
3 weeks ago
Love this place my three children go for training there and parents can go free for training. Absolute Sound discipline and leadership. The best part is the instructors remember each child by their name! That means a lot. Best decision Ever.
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david reed
1 month ago
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Some places teach martial arts. The Combat Academy teaches people how to believe in themselves.
From the moment you walk through the doors, you're made to feel like you belong. The coaches don't just focus on technique—they invest in every person, building confidence, discipline, resilience and respect, regardless of age or ability. Every session pushes you to improve, but you're never made to feel judged. Instead, you're encouraged, supported and celebrated.
What makes The Combat Academy truly special isn't just the world-class coaching or the incredible facilities—it's the community. Complete strangers become training partners, training partners become friends, and before long it feels like one big family. The positive atmosphere is infectious, and everyone wants to see each other succeed.
Whether you're looking to get fitter, improve your mental wellbeing, learn self-defence, or simply challenge yourself, this is the place to do it. Joining The Combat Academy has been one of the best decisions I've made, and I couldn't recommend it highly enough. Five stars simply don't seem enough.
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Jude Ducat
1 week ago
I am reviewing Barnsley as the marketing team signed me up in the Sleaford business and organised all the contracts payments etc. Trying to cancel a membership here is stupidly hard.. I emailed March 2026 to cancel 1 of the 2 memberships I paid due to injury, totally accept the 60 day clause. Why 6 months later they continue to take money, ignore all emails, phone calls is a mystery. My bank are struggling to prevent it as they do not set up a direct debit they take your card details. This is purely a review of the money grabbing and no care for members who do not want to pay over £70 a month anymore. Shame because the instruction is not the issue, but on principle I don't want these people to have another penny from me.
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Ciara Owen
2 weeks ago
Friendly and helpful staff, clean, very inclusive
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simona dragne
2 weeks ago
Thank you for all the support and encouragement provided throughout the training sessions for our kids.
We are very happy and proud for the progress and we are very excited to anchive more goals.🙏🌟🔥
Great team , very supportive, very professional and highly involved 👏👍
Many thanks 🌟🙏
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