Our Children’s Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Program at GB Long island was created to provide an environment that allows your child to experience and understand core values around focus, discipline, persistence, cooperation and respect – all through the principles of BJJ teachings.
To excel in any endeavor, individuals need to have a strong set of values and a solid character that allows for perseverance and goal attainment. As a contact sport, Gracie Barra Long Island provides a very challenging yet safe and caring environment for a child to mature into a real life champion.
The outcome of continued childhood practice of GB BJJ goes far beyond the accomplishments on the mats. The discipline and excellence demanded by our instructors often carries over to the child’s behavior at home and at school.
Our Children’s Brazilian Jiu Jitsu program which is referred to as our “GB Kids Program” is divided in three different groups to accommodate students of different ages and skill levels:
Little Champions I (3-6 years old),
Little Champions II (7-9 Years Old),
Juniors & Teens (10-14 years old).
How will my child benefit from Martial Arts, and what will they learn through our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu curriculum?
Learn Anti-Bully Techniques
Build self-esteem, assertiveness, and awareness
Maintain discipline within themselves and with others
Coordinate their bodies, memorizations, and thoughts
Achieve better focus on their priorities
Use their creativity and applied thinking with Jiu-Jitsu moves on the mats
Set goals for short and long-term achievements
Show respect for themselves, parents, teachers, and friends
Defend themselves with moves that ensure their safety and control
What to expect for your child’s first BJJ class
When you first arrive to the school our staff will welcome you. We ask if you can please arrive 15 minutes before class your children and you have enough time to prepare for practice. The will start on time and your child will be asked to walk to the training area where the instructor will be waiting for him or her.
One of the senior student or assistant instructor will be assigned as a helper to assist your child in performing the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu drills and techniques. Parents are encouraged to stay and watch the entire practice.