What age can kids start Kung Fu at Golden Eagle Martial Arts?

Kids' classes are for boys and girls aged 4 to 16. Adult Kung Fu, Tai Chi and Qigong run as private sessions in Arabian Ranches 2 and Mira Oasis.

Can we try a class first?

Yes - the first class is always free, and parents are welcome to watch.

Which Dubai locations run kids' classes?

Dwight School Dubai (Sports City), American Academy Mizhar (Mirdif), Dubai British School Jumeirah, and Dubai British School Mira (Mira Oasis).

How much do classes cost?

Pricing isn't published online - the site asks families to call or message for schedules and rates.

What styles are taught?

Kung Fu (Shaolin and Choy Lee Fut), Tai Chi Chuan, Qi Gong, stretching and flexibility (all ages), self-defence (men, women and children), and Sanda - Chinese kickboxing - for teens and adults. Ask the provider which styles run in the kids' class at your venue.

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Golden Eagle Martial Arts — Kung Fu classes for kids in Dubai

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Golden Eagle Martial Arts has been teaching traditional Chinese Kung Fu, Tai Chi and Qi Gong in Dubai since 2010, and is an official representative of the Shaolin Temple in the UAE and a founding member of the Emirates Kung Fu Tai Chi Qigong Association. Kids' classes run for boys and girls aged 4-16 at four school venues around Dubai - Sports City, Mirdif, Jumeirah and Mira Oasis. The team of masters and coaches hold 3rd to 6th Dan black belts, and several of the coaches trained at the Shaolin Temple in China. Beyond Kung Fu, the school also offers Tai Chi, Qi Gong, stretching and flexibility, Sanda (Chinese kickboxing) for teens and adults, and a self-defence programme suitable for children. The first class is always free. On Google it's rated 4.6 from 30 reviews.

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The activity

Martial Arts, explained

Kung Fu is a traditional Chinese martial art built around hand and foot techniques, animal-inspired forms and (as students progress) weapons work, developing power, speed, agility, coordination and self-discipline. Classes for children usually mix technique drills, forms and light conditioning in a structured, respectful environment, with no prior experience needed to start. Many schools also teach related practices like Tai Chi and Qi Gong alongside Kung Fu, giving families a gentler option too. For younger children, the focus is usually on balance, listening and following instructions, with grading belts or sashes marking progress over time.

Who it's for

Kids' classes are for ages 4-16, boys and girls, at four Dubai venues. The self-defence programme is described as suitable for men, women and children with no prior experience required. Adult and private sessions run separately in Arabian Ranches 2 and Mira Oasis.

What to expect

The first class is always free, and classes are by appointment only with limited space, so families are asked to call or message ahead for schedules and rates. Parents are welcome to watch. Beginners start with no prior experience needed; the school describes its approach as building discipline, respect and confidence from the very first class.

Highlights

Official Shaolin Temple representatives in the UAE, teaching since 2010 (goldeneaglema.com)
Kids' classes ages 4-16 at four venues: Dubai Sports City, Mirdif, Jumeirah and Mira Oasis (goldeneaglema.com)
Masters and coaches holding 3rd to 6th Dan black belts, several trained at the Shaolin Temple (goldeneaglema.com)
First class is always free (goldeneaglema.com)
Also offers Tai Chi, Qi Gong and a self-defence programme suitable for children (goldeneaglema.com)
4.6 rating from 30 reviews on Google

Why parents rate it

What parents say on Google

Golden Eagle Martial Arts has a 4.6 rating from 30 reviews on Google, with 24 of those 5-star.

The facts

Ages: 4-16 for kids' classes (goldeneaglema.com)
Prices: Not published - contact the academy for current rates (goldeneaglema.com)
Schedule: By appointment only, limited space - call or message for current class times at each venue (goldeneaglema.com)
Trial: First class always free (goldeneaglema.com)
Where: Dwight School Dubai, Al Hebiah Fourth, Dubai Sports City · American Academy Mizhar, Mirdif · Dubai British School Jumeirah · Dubai British School Mira, Mira Oasis
How to book: goldeneaglema.com · +971 50 695 5109 · [email protected]

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Questions parents ask

Good to know

Classes are by appointment only with limited space - book ahead (goldeneaglema.com)
Parents are welcome to watch classes (goldeneaglema.com)
Kids' venues: Dwight School Dubai (Sports City), American Academy Mizhar (Mirdif), Dubai British School Jumeirah, Dubai British School Mira (Mira Oasis) (goldeneaglema.com)
The school's office is at KML Business Center, Al Meydan Road, open 10am-7pm - it is not a class venue, and visits are by appointment only (goldeneaglema.com)
Wheelchair-accessible car park and entrance; wheelchair-accessible seating (Google listing)