Kids Jiu-Jitsu

Improved Focus

Training in Jiu Jitsu takes many people out of their comfort zones because it is based solely on avoiding kicking and punching and little violence. Jiu Jitsu uses a variety of joint locks, chokes, holds and throws instead of the basic punches and kicks. Many children have to focus for extended periods of time since they are training against a resisting partner instead of a paddle or bag. This helps with a child’s thinking process, problem solving skills, coordination, and physical awareness. Jiu Jitsu also helps students at Clark Gracie Jiu Jitsu Academy learn self-discipline, respect, and focus. Many parents at Clark Gracie Jiu Jitsu Academy of San Diego see an improvement in their child’s increased attention span and focus in school.

Boost Confidence

Clark Gracie Jiu Jitsu Academy is dedicated to empowering you or your child with the confidence and self-esteem needed to succeed in everyday life. Jiu Jitsu can bring out the positive qualities that have always been a part of you or your child, whether that is inner calm, positive mental attitude, patience, or self-discipline. Jiu Jitsu will help you overcome obstacles, anger and self-doubt, and leave you feeling confident in any situation.

Fitness and Wellness

Jiu Jitsu is a total body workout because it involves your entire body to to protect yourself against another person trying to take you down. At Clark Gracie Jiu Jitsu Academy, we know the importance of a healthy mind and body. Child-obesity is a serious problem in the United States, so introducing your child to martial arts is a great way to combat that. In Jiu Jitsu, you’ll burn hundreds of calories in each class, develop lean muscles, and boost stamina. Jiu Jitsu is a high-energy training class that is great for overall health and weight loss.

Positive Social Interaction

Many parents also choose to enroll their children in Jiu Jitsu because it is a great opportunity to make friends. In Jiu Jitsu you need to have a training partner to practice with, so you spend a lot of time with that person. You can’t learn Jiu Jitsu by yourself and cannot learn the martial art by using paddles or punching bags. You need someone to grapple with and create a bond of trust and reciprocation. You and your partner will motivate and push each other so you know if the new joint lock or throw you learned actually works on an opponent. Members at Clark Gracie Jiu Jitsu Academy have become close friends and help each other refine their skills and reach their goals.

Engaging and Fun

Learning Jiu-Jitsu at Clark Gracie Jiu Jitsu Academy will benefit you and your child immensely. Jiu Jitsu helps build mental toughness, teaches the value of hard work, and gives you the persistence you need in everyday life. Many members at Clark Gracie Jiu Jitsu Academy have said that Jiu Jitsu is also a great stress-relief from school or work because it helps take their mind off problems they are facing so they can focus all their strength and thoughts into grappling on the mats.

Anti-Bullying Education

Jiu Jitsu at Clark Gracie Jiu Jitsu Academy in San Diego is also a great way to help your child with developmental life-skills. It puts them in an atmosphere where they overcome obstacles, gain self-esteem, can succeed, and learn to never give up. Bullying in schools has become an ever-increasing problem, so giving your child the skills they need to feel confident in redirection and assertiveness. Our students at Clark Gracie Jiu Jitsu Academy are taught how to redirect verbal assaults and assess situations without needing to physically use their skills.