Kodomo Dojo

Kodomo Dojo is located at 50 Forrest Hill Road, Forrest Hill, Auckland 0620, New Zealand.

Kodomo Dojo in Auckland offers movement-based classes for children aged 4 to 12 years old, focusing on coordination and confidence. The program is held at Forrest Hill School, providing a safe and structured environment for young learners. Classes are designed for primary and intermediate age groups, with sessions running on Tuesday evenings.

The Kodomo Dojo curriculum supports physical development through play and foundational movement skills. Students may transition into Kaizen Kai, a Judo club affiliated with Judo New Zealand, to pursue formal grading and kata. This pathway allows young athletes to grow within the sport under consistent coaching.

Coaching is led by experienced educators and martial arts practitioners. Meghan Robson, a Nidan (2 Dan) and Level 2 Club Coach, brings expertise from early childhood education. Christine Robson, also a Level 2 Club Coach, has over 30 years of teaching experience and a focus on kata. Additional coaches include Nick Robson and James Robson, both 2 kyu (blue belt) practitioners with backgrounds in education and coaching. Alan supports coaching at Kaizen Kai, contributing to the club’s development.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Kodomo Dojo is for children aged 4 to 12 years old, covering primary and intermediate school ages.

Kodomo Dojo is based at Forrest Hill School in Auckland, New Zealand.

The coaches include Meghan Robson, Christine Robson, Nick Robson, James Robson, and Alan, with backgrounds in education and martial arts.

Kaizen Kai is a Judo club for students from Kodomo Dojo who wish to develop formal Judo skills, kata, and grading through Judo New Zealand.

Classes run on Tuesdays: Junior-Primary from 5pm to 6pm, Intermediate from 6pm to 7pm, and Kyu grades from 7pm to 8pm.