Best Kids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Phoenix - Children - Kids BJJ
BJJ is a martial art using leverage so a small person can beat a larger aggressive opponent. Using joint locks, pins, and strangulation.
Common goals we help our students with are losing weight, meeting lifelong friends, and learning to defend themselves.
Our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu school is in North Phoenix and is part of the Caio Terra Association. Caio is a 7x no Gi and 2x Gi World champion.
All are welcome at our Phoenix Martial Arts Academy.
We are passionate about Kids' Martial Arts and their benefits.
We have four separate classes for Kids:
Tiny Tigers: Ages 4-5,
Mat Monkeys: Ages 6-7,
Kids BJJ: 8-12,
Teens: 13-16.
Kids learn differently in school, from kindergarten to high school.
As a member, we offer free monthly online Curriculum access through BJJ2GO.com.
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My son enjoys being at Strong Hearts. He is a beginner and a teen and they offer classes that pertain to him. He really likes the fundamental and teen classes they offer. Everyone there from teachers to other BJJ students are welcoming and supportive in gaining skills and improving the art and sport of BJJ. When you are there you feel like one big family. I highly recommend Strong Hearts.
I started coming here roughly 1 month ago. The environment is great and both the coaches and your fellow students want you to grow and be successful. This is one of the few gyms where the vibes are always good and egos are left at the door. If you have never tried and are interested, or looking for a new gym this is a great spot.
This place is Awesome!! Mike (Owner) has gone above and beyond! Strong heart really instills not only Jiu-Jitsu lessons but also life lessons outside of the academy for kids and adults, if you are considering putting your kiddo in this class or even taking courses yourself, do it you will not regret it!!
I love this place!! I don’t live near here, but whenever I am in town I love stopping by for open mat. The door says a Happy Place, it really is. Everyone is always very welcoming and friendly. Good rolls and helpful people. Academy is always very clean and Michael Martin is top notch!!
Love this program! Age 7-12 and Teen classes are packed with instruction and awesome instructors that are obviously experienced working with children. Facility is clean, kids all take direction. I see my son learning so much, we're very excited to be getting started!!!
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KIDS JIU-JITSU | TINY TIGERS CLASSES
If you want martial arts for kids, please consider what Kids Jiu-Jitsu can do to improve your child’s life.
Tiny Tigers Class is for ages 4-5.
Its curriculum is geared toward their age group.
Mat Monkeys Class (age 6-7)
Teen BJJ Class ( Age 13-16 )
TINY TIGERS CLASS (AGE 4-5)
KIDS Jiu-Jitsu CLASS (AGE 8-13)
We have classes specifically for Advanced BJJ practitioners. Only Blue and above are invited unless you get permission from a professor.
This will improve your Jiu-Jitsu rolling against advanced belts!
This is the place to start if you want to BEGIN your Jiu-Jitsu journey. We have a great curriculum online for students to study. In this class, you will warm up. The Professor will have a technical portion to drill and, at the end of class, live rolls. Join our family!
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“The people that are teaching Jiu-Jitsu should be good people. You shouldn’t look for the best but someone who has a good heart that will teach you not just Jiu-Jitsu but will help you with life.”
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KIDS BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU - FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How old do my kids have to be to join?
Our Tiny Tigers program is for kids 4-6. The limitation is more around coordination. Contact us if you have any questions about whether your kids are ready to train. We're always here to talk and answer your questions.
What is needed for my kids’ first day of class?
At the top of this page, we have a video of what to expect. You will need a mouthpiece, good hygiene (clipped nails and clean), a Gi with Belt, and will need to sign a waiver before starting.
Is BJJ or Karate better for my kid?
Mike Martin is a black belt in Karate before BJJ. Many kids train in Karate, but if you want to be able to protect yourself on the ground, Karate will be of no use. We used to have Karate classes but feel BJJ is better for self-defense and self-discipline, and it takes significantly more effort to get to Black Belt.
How will my kid deal with a bully?
Bullies will exist forever and are impossible to avoid. As it’s necessary to protect yourself, there is nothing more effective than having a ground game. Even though Join Submissions and Chokes seem scary, there are ways to smash your attacker and keep them subdued until a grown-up breaks the fight.
Will my kid learn discipline?
Kids are used to hearing their parent’s advice and tuning them out. The coaches are close with the parents, and they enforce self-discipline. Kids are more open to advice from their coaches and peers. This is simply a fact. We love working with the kids, and if you look at our reviews, you will see how our parents feel about our Kids Jiu Jitsu and Tiny Tigers program.
What is Kids Jiu Jitsu?
The Kids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu program is for children 6-13 years old. This program is more technical and intense than the Tiny Tigers program (4-6). Kids MUST burn their energy to feel balanced. Here, we will work your kids on the mats, teach self-defense, and get into shape. What kids learn can stick with them throughout life!
Is Kids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu dangerous?
Kids’ Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is not dangerous. During striking, your kids can take more damage than you think. Fortunately, in grappling, we TAP OUT. If you are ever in danger of being submitted by choke or join submission, TAPPING is a must to let your opponent know you are done. Unlike some schools, we DO NOT encourage adults or kids to try to work through a submission.
My kids in not doing well in school. Will this help?
Some kids have way too much energy, making it hard for them to focus. We truly believe that draining the kids of their excess energy will make them more balanced, relatively speaking. Pent-up frustration can also be worked out, and our students have had great results in becoming better people/students. Kids CAN'T compete with bad grades! So we do not accept bad habits at Strong Heart Academy. Let's work on developing your kid as a person together.