It looks tougher than it is. In practice, BJJ is a safe sport, often safer than many team and ball sports.
The kids train in the gi. For us, training is about more than just learning techniques. We also teach them to greet others, wait their turn, listen, and show respect. At the same time, we want every child to experience a sense of achievement and build confidence in their own abilities.
On Mondays and Wednesdays at 5:00 PM, our Ninjas train for 45 minutes. The classes include breakfalls, positions, movement, and plenty of games. The kids get to develop their coordination, balance, and body control in an active class with very little sitting around. We want every child to experience a sense of achievement and leave each class feeling that they have learned something new.
For kids aged 10 to 14, we build on the fundamentals with more focus on technique, sparring, and progression. Training combines games and physical activity with a greater emphasis on BJJ as a martial art. They learn to use technique and strategy against a resisting partner, while developing strength, coordination, confidence, and respect for others.
Thursday at 5:00 PM, for those who have come a fair way. Fewer people on the mat, more detail and more time per person. A natural next step when your youth wants more.
No. Brazilian jiu-jitsu does not involve punches or kicks. Training focuses on control, positioning, and technique rather than striking each other. That is one of the reasons many parents see BJJ as a safe martial art for children.
No. Some enjoy tournaments and are happy to travel, others just train at the club for years. Nobody is pushed.
Not for the trial classes. Come in sports clothes first. Talk to us before you buy, so you do not get the size wrong.
No. No raffle tickets and no kiosk shifts. You pay the membership fee, and that is the end of it.
Yes. Parents are welcome to sit along the side of the mat for the first few sessions, especially if it helps the child feel more comfortable. Once the child has got to know the coaches and the routines, we recommend letting them train on their own and coming back when the class is finished.
