ICBJJ Kids Programs

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Iowa City's original Kids Jiu-Jitsu Program

ICBJJ is not only the first Jiu-Jitsu academy in the Iowa City & Cedar Rapids area, we also have the longest running Kids Programs with the most experienced instructors.

Our Kids BJJ Program delivers more than just amazing Jiu-Jitsu. At the heart the Program is our incredible Life Skills & Character Development Lessons that will help teach important topics to your child such as Grit, Impulse Control, Respect and Empathy, plus many more.

Our Coaches:

Head Instructor, Jason Clarke, is the most experienced Jiu-Jitsu Instructor in Eastern Iowa with over 20 years of experience teaching children.
All coaches are certified through our Instructor's Program to teach and coach children to our high standards.

Our Self-Defense Curriculum:

Tactics are proven to be effective
Age appropriate at each developmental stage
Includes social and non-physical tactics
Physical tactics are reasonable and humane

Our BJJ Sport Curriculum:

Strong foundation in fundamentals
Focuses on important concepts
Prepares kids for competing in local and national tournaments
Emphasizes Competitiveness, Sportsmanship and Humility

kids Schedules

Kids 5-6 Years Old: Monday & Wednesday 5:15 - 5:45 PM
Kids 7-13 Years Old: Tuesday & Thursday 5:15 - 6:00 PM, Saturdays 11:00 - 12:00 PM

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KIDS 5-6 Years Old JIU-JITSU PROGRAM

Kids 7-13 Years Old Jiu-Jitsu Program

Example Lesson: Age Specific Self-Defense

Self-Defense Lesson for 5 - 6 Year Olds: Defend against a playmate having a sudden violent outburst/temper tantrum
Primary Goal: Defend yourself & get to safety using a reasonable force if necessary.
Result: The child defended themselves reasonable force and was able to get to safety in a manner that caused minimal to no harm to the playmate.

Kids Jiu-Jitsu PROGRAM

Read Our Article:"Self-Defense, Confidence, and 10 More Benefits for Kids Who Train At ICBJJ"