Youth NoGi Grappling
Youth Grappling Program
Age 4 +
We offer a unique Nogi Jiu Jitsu, Wrestling, and Nogi Judo program in a modern grappling system. Our program builds strong grapplings skills and helps kids improve physical literacy needed for other sports.
Grindhouse kids gain coordination, timing, balance, agility, spatial awareness, and strength. They also learn to be coachable, practice self-discipline, and manage their emotions both in and of the gym.
We believe that behaviors labeled as “challenging” are your child’s superpowers!
A lot of people talk about how to get kids to listen, pay attention, and learn in class. You’ll hear them say things like, “Kids need to learn discipline.”
We use a different approach to class management based on decades of K12 teaching, Jiu Jitsu coaching, and working with neurodivergent kids. We know that when they are engaged in meaningful activities and learn how to be responsible for their own behavior, they stay on task. We also know that kids need space to be kids.
We teach kids how to manage their own behavior and develop leadership skills. They take ownership of their learning and behavior instead of a coach telling them what to do. Our behavior management system balances the development of self-regulation and confidence with training that is both fun and productive. This develops a mindset and work ethic that transfers far beyond our gym walls.
Classes Ages 4-6
This age group builds the foundations of grappling movement. Competition practice is included for kids who are interested.
Younger kids learn how to follow class rules and how to show respect to themselves, their teammates, and their coaches. They practice using their words to resolve conflict, being class helpers, sharing, and taking turns.
Curriculum Focus:
Core movements of Jiu-Jitsu, Wrestling, and Judo
Develop coordination and spatial awareness
Following directions, setting boundaries for personal space, getting along, listening, and being a class helper
Classes Ages 6+
Grappling games and live drills are used to develop skills and develop decision-making skills. Their curriculum includes practice in all positions and submissions that are legal in kids’ tournaments. We balance mindset and skill development in a fun and low-stress training space.
Curriculum Focus:
Practice modern grappling grounded in a global perspective of the sport
beginner through advanced Jiu-Jitsu, Wrestling, and Judo
Prepare mentally and physically for competition
Develop self-regulation
Build strength and physical literacy
Practice verbal conflict resolution and self-defense
Learn to Get Along with Teammates
Develop Leadership Skills
Prepare Your Child for Class
We maintain a hygienic training environment. All kids are required to change into clean uniforms, trim their nails, and wash their face and hands before they attend class.
Please ask a coach if you have any questions about preparing your child for class.
Youth Competition
Some kids do not have an interest in competition and we do not require that kids compete. For those who are interested, there are local, regional, and national competitions offered year-round.
Our coaches apply their extensive competition experience to mental and physical aspects of competition. We prepare kids for the performance environment in ways that both challenge them physically and help them learn to manage their stress levels and emotions.
We also support parents who are new to grappling competition! We are parents of Jiu Jitsu competitors and understand share what we’ve learned from our experiences. We provide you with resources to support your connection with your child’s competition experience before, during, and after events.
