Empower Your Child with Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Striking
Our Youth Jiu-Jitsu & MMA Program is more than just grappling—it’s a grappling-centric MMA (mixed martial arts) experience that builds real-world self-defense skills, confidence, and resilience. With a blend of Jiu-Jitsu, striking, and age-appropriate self-defense, we help kids develop grit, discipline, and anti-fragility in a fun, challenging, and supportive environment.
Our Youth Jiu-Jitsu & MMA Program is more than just grappling—it’s a grappling-centric MMA (mixed martial arts) experience that builds real-world self-defense skills, confidence, and resilience. With a blend of Jiu-Jitsu, striking, and age-appropriate self-defense, we help kids develop grit, discipline, and anti-fragility in a fun, challenging, and supportive environment.
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Book your own Free Trial Class for your Kids and Teens using our calendars below.
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WHY Should YOUR KIDS TRAIN BJJ & MMA?
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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is one of the most effective self-defense martial arts, teaching kids how to use leverage and technique to overcome larger opponents. When combined with striking skills like Muay Thai, it creates a well-rounded martial artist prepared for both standing and ground situations.
At Iowa City BJJ, our Youth Jiu-Jitsu & MMA program blends cutting-edge coaching with essential life skills through F.R.E.D.—Focus, Respect, Energy, and Discipline. These values are woven into every class, from our task focused training scenarios, to sparring and even games, ensuring a fun, engaging, and empowering experience. With top-tier instructors, a supportive community, and a structured approach, your child will develop confidence, resilience, and real-world self-defense skills—all while making lifelong friends along the way. |
What Will My Child's First Class Look Like?
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From the moment you arrive, we focus on making your child feel welcome and comfortable. We’ll greet them, give a quick tour of the facility, and introduce them to their coaches and teammates. Class kicks off with fun games and challenges designed to teach key Jiu-Jitsu and MMA concepts while getting the kids warmed up. Coaches then guide them through partner-based drills disguised as engaging challenges that build essential skills.
To wrap up, they’ll get to experience live wrestling rounds, applying what they’ve learned in a safe, supportive environment. It’s all about learning, movement, and fun—so they leave excited for the next class! |
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