Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for Kids
Pure Carlos Machado Jiu Jitsu for kids. Leverage, control, and problem-solving on the mat.
Is Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for Kids the right fit?
- Age Range
- Ages 4 – 12
- Experience Level
- Beginners welcome. Instruction is calibrated to each student's current level.
- Students Who Thrive
- Anyone who shows up consistently. Effort matters more than starting point.
- Problems It Solves
- Builds confidence, discipline, and real skill through structured practice.
BJJ That Builds Calm Problem-Solvers.
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu develops leverage, position, and the ability to stay calm under pressure. It rewards patience and technique over strength, which is exactly why it works so well for kids.
Our kids BJJ program teaches the core positions (mount, side control, guard, back) along with fundamental sweeps, escapes, and submissions appropriate to age. Live rolling is introduced under instructor supervision once a student demonstrates the technique and self-control to roll safely.
Belt promotions follow the Carlos Machado kids curriculum: white through green, with stripes earned between ranks. Promotion is instructor-nominated and based on demonstrated competency, not time-in-grade.
- Core positions: mount, side control, guard, back
- Fundamental sweeps and escapes
- Submission introduction (age-appropriate)
- Live rolling under instructor supervision
- Carlos Machado kids belt progression
When Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for Kids runs.
Current class times for this program are listed on the full weekly schedule.
45–50 min · Multiple sessions per week
Book your free trial class below, or see the full weekly schedule.
Evan Thompson
1st Degree Black Belt · 39 years training
Professor Thompson is a 1st Degree Black Belt with 39 years of martial arts training, starting at age 3. He has backgrounds in Japanese Kempo Karate, American Kickboxing, Japanese Jiu-Jitsu, and BJJ. He holds the 2005 IKF North American Title and the 2009 IKF World Title, with 18 MMA fights to his name. He runs the Children's Program at the academy.
LEARN MOREWhat Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for Kids delivers.
Real Skill, Real Progression
Belts and milestones are earned through demonstrated competency, not handed out on a calendar. Students see measurable advancement in the first months and own every step of it.
Calibrated to Where You Are
Instructors meet each student at their current level. Intensity, complexity, and resistance are tuned per student, so beginners and experienced students train productively in the same room.
Coaches Who Actually Coach
Every instructor on staff holds a recognized rank in the discipline they teach and has completed our internal coaching certification before leading a class on their own.
What to Bring on Day One.
- 01 Athletic clothes for the first class. Gi provided after enrollment
- 02 Water bottle
- 03 Hair tied back if applicable
- 04 No prior experience required
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Common questions about Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for Kids.
Is BJJ rolling safe for kids?
Yes, when introduced correctly. Live rolling is only allowed once a student has demonstrated the technique and control to engage safely. Younger kids and beginners drill positional flows instead.
My child is smaller than the others. Is that a problem?
BJJ is the most welcoming martial art for smaller students. The whole point of the art is that technique and leverage beat size and strength. Smaller kids often advance faster because they cannot rely on physical dominance.
Can my child compete?
Yes. We support students who want to compete. Local and regional tournaments are available for kids who pursue it. Competition is optional, never required.
How is this different from the Kids Martial Arts program?
The Kids Martial Arts program blends BJJ, Wrestling, Kickboxing, and Judo for a complete movement education. Kids BJJ focuses exclusively on Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and the Carlos Machado kids belt curriculum.
Build a Calm, Resourceful Kid. Try a Class.
Try a real Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for Kids class before you commit. Pick a time on the calendar, show up, train, decide from there.
No contract · No experience required · Walk-ins welcome
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