🥋 Kids BJJ Classes - Ages 4 to 13

 

Building confidence, resilience and friendships - one class at a time!

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At Bayside BJJ, we believe every child benefits from being involved in a positive, challenging and rewarding activity.

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Our Kids Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program helps children develop confidence, coordination, discipline and practical self-defence skills, all while making friends and having fun.

We provide a friendly, supportive environment where children of all abilities can learn at their own pace, challenge themselves and enjoy being part of a team.

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No experience necessary. Your child's first class is completely free!

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💥 Fun, Safe & Structured Learning

Our main focus is making Jiu-Jitsu fun and rewarding for kids.

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Through regular training, children learn to:

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• Build confidence by learning new skills and overcoming challenges.

• Develop resilience by working through problems and learning from setbacks.

• Improve fitness and coordination through movement, balance and grappling activities.

• Learn respect and discipline by working cooperatively with instructors and training partners.

• Make friendships in a welcoming and supportive environment.

• Develop practical self-defence skills using control, leverage and technique rather than striking.

Most importantly, we want children to enjoy coming to class and look forward to getting back on the mats!

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🎓 Our Kids BJJ Programs

We group children according to their age, experience and individual development to ensure they receive appropriate instruction.

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🧒 Younger Kids – Ages 4 to 7

Our younger kids' classes introduce Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu through games, movement activities and age-appropriate grappling.

Classes focus on balance, coordination, listening skills, confidence and foundational BJJ techniques.

Children also participate in carefully supervised live grappling to help them apply what they've learned.

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🥋 Older Kids – Ages 8 to 13

Our older kids' classes build on these foundations through more challenging techniques, positional training and problem-solving activities.

Students develop their ability to apply skills against a resisting partner while learning control, responsibility and good sportsmanship.

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👉 What About Teenagers Aged 14 and Over?

Teenagers aged 14 and above generally join our adult classes, depending on their size, experience and individual needs.

We also offer mixed-age kids' sessions, which can be particularly convenient for families with siblings training together.​

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🤝 Self-Defence Without Striking

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu teaches children practical self-defence skills based on positioning, balance, leverage and control rather than punching or kicking.

Children learn how to protect themselves, escape difficult positions and manage physical situations without unnecessarily escalating conflict.

We also encourage children to avoid confrontation wherever possible, seek help from trusted adults and use physical techniques only when necessary.

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🥋 What Is Gi BJJ?

The Gi is the traditional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu uniform, consisting of a durable jacket, pants and belt.

In Gi classes, students learn to use grips on the uniform alongside positioning, leverage and technique.

Don't have a Gi? No problem!

We can lend your child a Gi for their first free trial class. If they decide to continue training, we have uniforms available for purchase.

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👕 What Is No-Gi BJJ?

No-Gi is Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practised without the traditional uniform.

Students generally wear a rashguard and shorts, and techniques rely on controlling the body rather than gripping clothing.

Both Gi and No-Gi training help children develop coordination, balance, problem-solving skills and confidence.

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🆓 Your Child's First Class Is FREE!

Trying a new activity can feel a little daunting, especially for younger children.

We aim to make every child's first visit as relaxed, welcoming and enjoyable as possible.

Here's how to get started:

1. Book a free trial using our registration form.

2. Arrive approximately 10 minutes early to meet the instructor and get settled.

3. Bring a water bottle and comfortable activewear. We can lend your child a Gi if required.

4. Enjoy the class! Our instructors will help your child participate at a level appropriate to their experience.

There's no obligation to join after the free trial.​

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