Homeschool PE Through Martial Arts
A daytime homeschool physical education class in Hickory, NC that actually counts — Aikido-based fitness, coordination, teamwork and self-defense for ages 6–15, Tuesdays and Thursdays at 1 PM, August through May.
AikiDojo of Hickory’s Homeschool Class is a structured martial-arts PE program for homeschooled students ages 6–15, meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:00 to 2:00 PM during the school year (August–May). It covers fitness, coordination, teamwork, discipline and age-appropriate Aikido self-defense, and satisfies physical education requirements for homeschool records. Siblings train together. New families get a free week.
What Homeschool Students Get Out of Martial Arts PE
Real Physical Education
Warm-ups, conditioning, flexibility, balance and coordination work you can log as PE hours with confidence.
Aikido Self-Defense
Age-appropriate escapes, falls, throws and controls — the same curriculum as our evening kids and teen programs.
Teamwork & Social Skills
Partner drills, group exercises and dojo etiquette give homeschool kids structured time with peers.
Discipline & Focus
The dojo’s routines — bowing, lining up, listening — transfer directly to the home classroom.
Mixed-Age Learning
Ages 6–15 train together with older students mentoring younger ones, the way homeschool families already work.
A Path to Rank
Homeschool students test for belts on the same track as evening students and can add evening classes anytime.
Homeschool PE Schedule in Hickory, NC
All classes at 2364 Springs Rd NE, Hickory, NC 28601. Membership includes every Homeschool PE class on the schedule.
| Day | Time | Class | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM | Homeschool Class (Aug–May)Homeschool PE | Book free trial → |
| Thursday | 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM | Homeschool Class (Aug–May)Homeschool PE | Book free trial → |
Why Catawba Valley Homeschool Families Choose Our PE Class
Finding PE that isn’t just “go outside and run” is one of the perennial challenges of homeschooling — especially in the middle of a weekday. Our 1 PM Tuesday/Thursday class solves it. Students get a real physical education taught by an 8th Dan, families get a consistent schedule that fits the school day, and siblings from six to fifteen can train in the same hour.
The class runs August through May to match the school year and pauses for summer. Families from Hickory, Conover, Newton, Bethlehem, Claremont and across Catawba, Alexander and Caldwell counties attend. Many students also join Young Warriors or Teen Samurai in the evenings for extra mat time.
Homeschool PE Questions, Answered
Does this count as physical education for homeschool records?
Yes. It is a structured, instructor-led physical education class meeting two hours a week. We are happy to provide attendance documentation for your records.
What ages attend the Homeschool Class?
Roughly 6 to 15. The mixed-age format works well, with older students helping younger ones.
Does it run in the summer?
No. The Homeschool Class runs August through May. Students are welcome in evening classes during the summer.
Can siblings train together?
Yes — that’s one of the best features of the class, and family plans make it affordable.
Is there a free trial for homeschool families?
Yes. A free week for each student, no contract.
From Hickory Families
“It's the perfect program for children who are neurodivergent. Giving them confidence, learning a skill set to protect themselves, and teaching them they can do this!”
“Miss Keely and Mr. Pete have always been incredible and loving with my son when his anxiety got the best of him.”
More Ways to Train at AikiDojo of Hickory
Lil Samurai
A 30-minute preschool martial arts class that builds focus, balance, listening skills and confidence through Aikido games and drills.
Explore Lil SamuraiBeginner Kids
The on-ramp for new kids: falling safely, basic footwork, dojo etiquette and the first Aikido techniques in a small, patient class.
Explore Beginner KidsYoung Warriors
Our flagship kids program: real Aikido self-defense, character training and bully-proof confidence, four days a week.
Explore Young WarriorsYour Free Week of Homeschool PE Starts When You Say So.
No contract, no uniform, no experience required. Pick a class time, walk in, and train with us for seven days on the house. Families from Hickory, Conover, Newton and across the Catawba Valley start exactly this way.
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