Kids Jiu Jitsu

Pawns: Ages 3-5 years old

Our Pawns program introduces our youngest students to the fundamentals of Jiu Jitsu while helping them develop agility, coordination, and body awareness. Through engaging games and interactive drills, children learn essential movements and beginner techniques in a fun, supportive environment. Instructors reinforce core values using simple, age‑appropriate methods that keep students motivated and excited to learn.

Program Goals:

• Build self‑discipline and confidence
• Develop respect for instructors and peers
• Improve coordination, balance, and agility

Curriculum Includes:

• Foundational Jiu Jitsu movements and beginner techniques
• Coordination‑building drills and playful movement exercises

Benefits for Children:

• Discipline & Focus: Jiu Jitsu encourages concentration and consistent effort, helping children apply these skills beyond the mat.
• Physical Fitness: Training improves strength, flexibility, balance, and overall health.
• Self‑Defense Awareness: Students gain practical introductory self‑defense skills that build confidence and personal security.
• Social Development: Group training fosters teamwork, communication, and positive peer interaction.
• Problem‑Solving Skills: Jiu Jitsu teaches strategic thinking and quick decision‑making.
• Stress Relief: Physical activity helps children manage emotions and supports healthy mental well‑being.

A Knights, Bishops & Rooks: Ages 6-13 years old

This program strengthens each student’s technical foundation while improving coordination, movement, and agility. Students receive a comprehensive overview of all major positions and techniques, expanding on the Pawns curriculum and introducing more advanced concepts. With multiple mats and instructors, we group students by age, size, and skill level to ensure safe, effective learning.

Program Goals:

• Improve movement, coordination, and athletic ability
• Build self‑discipline and confidence
• Develop respect for instructors, teammates, and training partners

Curriculum Includes:

• Complete overview of positions, transitions, and common situations
• Instruction in beginner and fundamental techniques
• Introduction to advanced Jiu Jitsu concepts
• Detailed explanations of core principles and strategy
• Beginner and advanced No‑Gi concepts
• Clear, simplified reinforcement of core values

Strength and Conditioning: Ages 7-13 years old

This program challenges students both mentally and physically through structured conditioning sessions. Students build strength, endurance, and resilience through running, bodyweight exercises, partner drills, and Jiu Jitsu‑specific movements.

Program Goals:

• Improve overall physical fitness
• Build self‑discipline and confidence
• Develop mental toughness and perseverance

Curriculum Includes:

• Running and sprinting drills
• Bodyweight exercises (push‑ups, sit‑ups, etc.)
• Partner exercises (wheelbarrow crawls, partner carries, etc.)
• Detailed Jiu Jitsu movement drills

Advanced Jiu Jitsu: Ages 7-13 years old (Invite‑Only)

This program provides an in‑depth exploration of fundamental techniques and teaches students how to build complete, functional systems for competition. Space is limited, and students must demonstrate a strong understanding of foundational Jiu Jitsu before joining.

Program Goals:

• Develop full Jiu Jitsu systems rather than isolated techniques
• Drill fundamental movements with minimal instruction
• Build a personalized game plan for competition

Curriculum Includes:

• Guard system development using core fundamentals
• Takedown system development using core fundamentals
• Submission chain building and refinement
• Guard passing system development