Kids Classes

Overview

Our program is designed to build a sustainable, age-appropriate jiu jitsu practice. Our goal is not to build champions. We feel strongly that pushing kids too hard at a young age leads to burnout and makes them want to quit. Instead, we strive to give kids foundational skills that they can continuously build upon. The long term goal would be to keep students on the mat twice a week throughout their whole life. 

Kindergarten - 3rd Grade: "Little Kids"

The classes for our youngest age group will focus primarily on helping kids to develop strength and coordination. This class will feature lots of games that will revolve around learning to follow instructions and pay attention to details. We will cover how to fall safely without getting hurt as well as the basic positions of jiu jitsu. Each class will be 40-45 minutes. 

3rd - 6th Grade: "Big Kids"

This class will also focus on building strength and coordination through the practice of jiu jitsu drills and techniques. Each class will feature a warm up, jiu jitsu practice, and a game. The actual practice of jiu jitsu will be emphasized more in this class than in the little kids class. Each class will be 45-50 minutes. 

6th - 9th Grade: "Teens"

Class for the oldest group of kids will focus on building self confidence and focus through the practice of jiu jitsu. This class will bridge the gap between kids classes and adult classes. The warm ups and games in this class will all be directly related to jiu jitsu. Each class will be approximately one hour.