Empower your child with our engaging programs at Gracie Barra Studio City. Our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Muay Thai classes focus on building confidence, discipline, and physical fitness in a fun, safe, and supportive environment. Tailored for young athletes of all skill levels, our expert instructors ensure every child can thrive.
Why Choose Kids BJJ at Gracie Barra Studio City?
Gracie Barra is a renowned name in Jiu-Jitsu, recognized globally. Our gym uniquely offers NoGi and Muay Thai programs, which aren’t available at all Gracie locations. Our kids’ program focuses on essential self-defense skills, enhancing strength and flexibility, improving reflexes, and boosting overall fitness.
Our Gracie Barra Youth Program is designed to teach children self-discipline and provide a sense of community. Our GB Youth Program is structured similarly to adult courses, with adaptations made to reach the different age ranges in the class. Jiu-Jitsu classes for children begin with the building blocks that are needed to teach the fundamentals of Jiu-Jitsu.
At Valley Martial Arts Center, we are committed to providing the highest quality instruction in martial arts. Our Jiu-Jitsu classes for kids are designed to instill discipline, respect, and self-confidence in young students while teaching them essential self-defense techniques.
What are the Benefits of Martial Arts for Children
Benefits of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for Kids
There are many benefits to your child training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Each day in class, they will learn new techniques and accomplish tasks they previously were unaware they were capable of. This will build confidence and satisfaction in your child's daily life.
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- Build Confidence and Self-Esteem: Accomplishing new techniques and tasks in Jiu-Jitsu classes boosts a child's confidence and self-esteem.
- Develop Self-Defense Skills: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu provides children with the tools they need to handle aggressive situations safely, although violence is never condoned.
- Instill Discipline and Respect: Our Jiu-Jitsu classes instill discipline, respect, and self-confidence in young students.
- Enhance Focus and Coordination: Martial arts are the PERFECT sport for kids who are not good at sport. Kids martial arts classes really are an individual after school activity, that they do in a group. The journey from white belt to black belt is different for each student, but they improve co-ordination, balance, motor skills, focus and discipline.
Addressing Common Concerns
Will My Child Become A Bully?
Our instructors emphasize respect, discipline, and non-violent conflict resolution. The focus is on self-defense and building character, not aggression.
My Child Has ADHD, Will Martial Arts Help?
Yes! One of the great things about martial arts classes, is that it’s an individual sport, done in a group environment. We find all our students improve in their focus, self control, discipline and social skills. But the best part is…. They don’t even realize that is what our highly trained Kids Martial Arts Instructors are actually doing.
My Child Is Not Athletic, Will They Feel Left Out?
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Not at all. You will find that martial arts classes are the PERFECT sport for kids who are not good at sport. Kids martial arts classes really are an individual after school activity, that they do in a group. The journey from white belt to black belt is different for each student.
My Child Is Addicted To Computer Games, Will This Be Suitable?
This is probably the BEST kids activity for children who sit a lot! Getting them active, without them realising they are learning, is our skill. Many Tarzana parents find that once their kids start martial arts classes, they see a happier, more social child develop right before their eyes. You’ll be glad they started classes!
What to Expect in Your First Lesson
Make sure you wear comfortable clothes you can do sport in! Be sure to bring a water bottle to your martial arts classes.
Are Parents Allowed to Watch?
We encourage parents to watch their children in their kids martial arts lessons. We love parents getting involved! And so do their kids. Even better… join into some of our martial arts classes for adults. Your kids will love that you have something in common.
