Coordination and Control

Young children who learn Jiu Jitsu find out quickly that each movement must be intentional. They learn to control their movements to the best of their ability. They also practice hand-eye coordination and learn about their bodies. That means they’ll be less likely to be unintentionally destructive.

Learning to Focus

Getting young kids to pay attention can feel like an impossible task. The structure of our Tigers Jiu Jitsu classes shows kids the importance of focus and teaches them by having them apply it to easily-achievable tasks. The focus they learn in the dojo is something they’ll take home – and into the classroom. That’s why kids who study Jiu Jitsu tend to be good students, too.

Dealing with Frustration

Jiu Jitsu instruction requires students to pursue goals to earn new belts. Young kids can easily become frustrated when they don’t get what they want, but studying jiu jitsu helps them learn the power of persistence. The physical activity in our classes also helps kids manage stress and anxiety by allowing them to burn it off in a safe and constructive way.

Good Sportsmanship

Losing is not anybody’s idea of fun, but we all need to learn how to accept a defeat gracefully and move on. We teach students that losing is part of life – and it’s what you do after you lose that tells people who you are. Even though Jiu Jitsu is an individual sport, we cultivate an environment of supportive teamwork where students root for one another.

Lifelong Character and Success Traits

Your kids’ everyday friends aren’t the main concern anymore when it comes to character development. Now you have to worry about all the negative and harmful influences that the internet can introduce into your children’s lives. The true benefit of our classes are the character and success traits that are developed through martial arts training.
Through learning the skills and techniques of jiu jitsu, to the guidance and inspiration of our instructors and the positive social interaction with their fellow classmates, your kids will develop a whole list of skills.

Fitness Disguised

Face it. Between the foods we eat and the constant sitting and staring into screens and devices, many kids aren’t getting enough regular exercise. Our Kids Jiu Jitsu classes for kids are full exercise routines disguised as a boatload of fun! That’s because they are jam packed with activities, games and drills that are all designed to disguise the repetition of training.

Of course it’s important for your kids to exercise and wear themselves out – they stay healthy, sleep well, and develop their minds and bodies. But just as important, our classes will help develop at a young age the physical habits they need to grow into healthy adults.

Self-Defense for Anti-Bullying

We never want our kids to have to use these skills in modern life, but every good parent still wants their kids to be safe. That’s why our Kids Jiu Jitsu training is very serious about teaching your kids the skills needed for self-protection in any circumstance, from the neighborhood bully to a stranger on the street (and so much more).

But knowing how to defend oneself is only half the battle. Our classes teach your child the respect and self-discipline needed to diffuse a situation without violence whenever possible – as well as the knowledge to know when force is the only way to safety.

Tons of F-U-N!

We never forget… kids are kids and they deserve to have some fun! We can’t guarantee that their normal school teachers are making learning an enjoyable experience, but we DO guarantee that your kid will have a blast in our Kids Jiu Jitsu classes.

It really is a challenge to design a class that keeps children focused on learning, respect, and discipline while still having fun… but our classes are created just for that. They are so full of ideas, activities, and games that your kids will never get bored or stagnate. It’s also a fantastic and healthy environment for them (and you) to make friends with other like-minded students. It really is a place where laughter, cheer and happiness abound.

Build Self-Respect and Self-Worth

Self-respect is the cornerstone of success and teens can sometimes struggle with self-esteem, judging themselves harshly. In the world of jiu jitsu, respect is a cornerstone value. Every teen is treated with respect by instructors and fellow students alike. Best of all, teens learn that when they respect themselves, others will respect them too – and they’ll be respected wherever they go.

Learn Good Judgment

In life, the best outcome is often determined by the decision-making process and learning what good judgment is and how to use it. In Teens Jiu Jitsu classes, students learn how to make judgments in the moment using the information they have available in conjunction with their training.

At the same time, they learn how to evaluate decisions and the elements of healthy decision-making, internalizing the ability to identify good judgment and use it in their lives.

Healthy Body, Healthy Life

Today’s teens are digital natives and may not have enough opportunities to move their bodies and keep themselves healthy and fit. We all need our share of physical activity and exercise to lead healthy lives, and teenagers are no exception.

Our Teens Jiu Jitsu classes provide teens with the activity they need in a fun and social setting that builds overall fitness and tones their bodies.

How to Set and Achieve Goals

Your teen doesn’t need to know exactly what they want from life, but they do need to know how to set realistic goals and work toward them.

One of the biggest benefits of jiu jitsu training for teens is that in class, teens pursue goals constantly. Each skill they master – and each belt they earn – represents a goal they’ve achieved. By making goal-setting a practice, martial arts training prepares teens for life, giving them the tools they need to identify, set, and achieve their goals – whatever they are.