At Mario Sperry Jiu-Jitsu Academy, our children’s program teaches real Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in a clean and friendly environment—perfect for kids ages 4–12 to build confidence, discipline, and body coordination.
What Your Child Will Learn
Our kids program goes beyond physical activity—it’s designed to shape character and life skills. Every class includes:
- Fundamental Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu positions and drills
- Anti-bullying and self-defense techniques
- Focus, patience, and respect for others
- Teamwork and communication
- Physical coordination and discipline
All techniques are taught in a safe, age-appropriate environment by experienced coaches.
Benefits Beyond the Mat
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu helps children grow not only as athletes, but as individuals. The benefits extend far beyond the academy:
- Increased confidence and self-esteem
- Better behavior and focus at school
- Healthy habits and physical fitness
- Resilience, problem-solving, and goal setting
- Positive friendships and respectful attitude
BJJ gives kids the mindset to overcome challenges—on and off the mat.
Kids BJJ Schedule and Age Groups
We structure our kids’ classes by age to ensure personalized instruction and better progress:
| Age Group | Days | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Ages 4–8 | Tuesday & Thursday | 5:00–5:45 PM |
| Ages 9–12 | Monday & Wednesday | 5:00–5:45 PM |
| All Kids Nogi | Friday | 5:00–5:45 PM |
Children are encouraged to attend both their age-specific classes and Friday/Saturday sessions for extra practice and fun.
Meet the Coach
All kids’ classes are personally taught by Coach Jesús Naidenoff, a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt under Master Mario Sperry, with years of experience working with children of all ages.
Coach Jesús combines discipline and encouragement to help kids build strong foundations—both on the mat and in life. His teaching style is structured, respectful, and engaging, making every class fun and effective.
What Your Child Will Learn in Our BJJ Program
At Mario Sperry Academy, we believe martial arts is about more than just technique. Our kids’ program is built to develop strong values and life skills from the very first class.
- Respect for instructors and peers
- Discipline in actions and mindset
- Confidence built through real progress
- Resilience and perseverance in challenges
