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Kids & Youth Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Ages 3–14 · Castleton

Give your child the confidence to stay calm, stand up, and protect themselves.

Every parent wants the same two things: a kid who's happy, and a kid who can take care of themselves. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu builds both — genuine confidence, focus, and real self-defense, taught by coaches so patient and fun your child asks to go back. Ages 3–14, no experience needed. Their first class is free.

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5.0 on Google · loved by parents

Free class · We'll match your child to the right age group · No pressure.

Ages 3–5 & 6–14 Beginner-friendly Builds real confidence Patient, caring coaches
First class free Ages 3 to 14 Beginner-friendly Structured & supervised

You're not after another activity. You're after growth.

Most parents bring their kid to Jiu-Jitsu for what shows up off the mat. On the surface, kids learn grips, balance, and escapes. Underneath, they're learning to stay calm, keep trying, and back themselves.

  • Listen and follow instructions
  • Focus for longer stretches
  • Handle frustration without melting down
  • Stand up for themselves, calmly
  • Respect coaches and teammates
  • Build confidence that holds up

Two age-appropriate paths

Every child is met at their level, with the right structure for their age.

Young children learning the basics of Jiu-Jitsu in a structured class
Kids · Ages 3–5

Building the foundation

At this age it isn't about fighting. It's about the building blocks that make everything else easier.

  • Listening and following directions
  • Balance, coordination, and safe movement
  • Sharing space and taking turns
  • Confidence being part of a group
Youth students training Jiu-Jitsu technique together
Youth · Ages 6–14

Real skill, real character

Training gets more technical and more demanding, and the lessons carry off the mat.

  • Practical self-defense and escapes
  • Using leverage instead of size
  • Discipline, focus, and consistency
  • Composure when they win and when they lose

Who's coaching your child

A black belt and a brown belt who keep class calm, structured, and genuinely fun for kids.

Gabriel, a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt instructor at New Wave Jiu Jitsu
Black Belt

Gabriel

Runs a calm, structured room where kids always know what's expected. Clear, patient, and consistent.

Tahir, a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu brown belt instructor at New Wave Jiu Jitsu
Brown Belt

Tahir

Great with first-timers and keeping younger kids engaged. Makes the mat feel safe to try things on.

The youth Jiu-Jitsu class together on the mats

Some kids run onto the mat. Some hide behind your leg.

Both are completely normal on a first day. Our coaches meet your child wherever they are and bring them in at their pace.

First class free No experience needed Coaches who get kids

What parents are saying

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"My daughter has been enrolled for a few months and her confidence and skills have boosted exponentially! The environment is clean, very welcoming and family oriented. The professors are knowledgeable and very good with the students — I'm glad we chose New Wave."
Sharonda JonesParent · daughter trains
"I wasn't sure how my 4-year-old would take to Jiu-Jitsu so young, but the instructors have been incredible — so patient and encouraging, and they really know how to work with the kids. I can already see his confidence and coordination growing week by week."
Whitney LeeParent of a 4-year-old
"I'm so grateful my kids get to be part of this amazing studio. They don't just learn Jiu-Jitsu — they learn respect through their training, all while having fun and thinking they're just playing."
Josh KleinParent

What parents tend to notice

Not overnight, and not every kid the same way. But with consistency, these show up at home and at school.

  • Better focus and listening
  • More confidence in new situations
  • Improved coordination and body awareness
  • Discipline and respect
  • A productive outlet for energy
  • Practical self-defense awareness
  • Calmer reactions under pressure
  • More resilience when things get hard

Inside the kids program

Kids practicing Jiu-Jitsu together
Young students drilling a technique
A kids class celebrating progress
Youth class training partners
Young kids learning the basics on the mat
A coach high-fiving a young student

Kids class schedule

Pick the age group and time that fits your family, then book the free trial.

Kids · Ages 3–5
  • 5:00 – 5:45 PMTue · Thu
  • 9:00 – 9:45 AMSaturday
Youth · Ages 6–14
  • 5:30 – 6:45 PMMon · Tue · Thu
  • 9:30 – 10:45 AMSaturday
First visit: arrive about 15 minutes early. We hold that buffer to settle new students in before class.

Your child's first class, step by step

Built to be simple and low-pressure for you and for them.

  1. 1

    Book the trial

    Choose your child's age group and a time that works for your family.

  2. 2

    Meet the team

    We'll welcome your child, help them feel comfortable, and explain what to expect.

  3. 3

    Let them try class

    They'll move, learn, listen, and join in at their own level.

  4. 4

    See how they take to it

    Excited or shy, both are normal. You'll know if it's a fit.

Parent questions

What ages can start?
We run two age-appropriate groups: Kids for ages 3 to 5, and Youth for ages 6 to 14. Each is structured for where kids are developmentally.
Does my child need any experience?
No. Beginners are exactly who these classes are built for. Kids learn progressively, in small steps they can actually feel.
Is it safe for young kids?
Classes are supervised, structured, and matched to age. The goal is controlled learning, not roughhousing.
My child is shy. Will this help?
Often, yes. Confidence here is built from small, visible wins. Shy kids get to try, improve, and take part in a supportive group without being put on the spot.
My child has a lot of energy. Good outlet?
A great one. Jiu-Jitsu gives active kids a structured way to move hard, focus, and channel that energy into something they get better at.
Can I watch class?
You're welcome to stay and watch your child's trial class. If you have questions about the viewing area, just ask when you arrive.
What should my child wear?
Comfortable athletic clothes for the first class. We'll guide you on a gi or training gear after the trial if your child continues.
How do we start?
Book a free trial, come in, meet the coaches, and let your child try a real class for themselves.

Their first class is free. See how they take to it.

Your child doesn't need to be tough, athletic, or outgoing to start. They just need the right place to begin, and someone patient to show them how.

Under a minute to book. We'll help you pick the right class for your child's age.

5.0 on Google · First class free