CHILDRENS MARTIAL ARTS/JIU JITSU CLASSES IN TAMESIDE
at our Mossley located Certified Training Centre
Gracie Bullyproof is our confidence and character development program for children (ages 3-14). This program is broken up into four groups based on age and skill level (Mat Munchkins, Little Champs, Jr. Grapplers and Black Belt Club) so that every child get's the right balance of fun and challenge.
PARENT AND CHILD
GRACIE JIU JITSU AGES 3+
In these playful classes, parents join us on the mat as we guide the little ones through fun games designed to help them develop basic motor skills and the core movements of Jiu Jitsu.
We'll know they are ready for advancement into the Little Champs Class (ages 6-9) once they learn to focus and stay on task in a group setting.
CLASS TIMES (30mins)
Thursday at 17:00
In this class parents will play fun martial arts games with their child that improve motor skills and develop basic skills for the future.
KIDS GRACIE JIU JITSU CLASSES FOR AGES 6-9
Using our time-tested “Gracie Games,” we teach the Little Champs basic self-defence techniques while instilling the foundational principles of leverage and control.
The secret to the success of this program is that we make the lessons so fun that the kids beg for more!
Once a child masters the core Gracie Games and develops a higher level of maturity they advance to the Jr. Grapplers program.
CLASS TIMES (45mins)
Monday at 17:00
Tuesday at 17:30
Wednesday at 16:45
Thursday at 17:30
Each week we focus on a different chapter for which all of the techniques/games will fit into:
Chapter 1 - Boundary Setting: Self-defence begins with boundary setting. In this chapter the children will explore the importance of setting and respecting boundaries in all areas of life and techniques will be practiced in this context.
Chapter 2 - Defence: This week's session focuses on active engagement and the importance of defensive strategies in self-defence.
Chapter 3 - Comfort in Chaos: This week focuses on empowerment and the ability to remain calm and focused in otherwise uncomfortable situations (in and out of a fight).
Chapter 4 - Escapes: Being able to escape from dangerous holds and positions is a core component of jiu-jitsu.
Chapter 5 - Stranger Danger: This chapter introduces an essential conversation about the concept of strangers, guiding children to understand that while not all strangers are harmful, caution is always necessary. We address the critical question: how do we discern between those who are safe and those who are not?
Chapter 6 - Controls: During this chapter top priority is given to teaching the children the various positions of control in jiu-jitsu and putting those controls to the test with some fun and positionally-specific resistance games.
Chapter 7 - Helping Others: The highest level of confidence is displayed when a child uses their skills to protect someone else. In this chapter, the emphasis is to give children the permission and the techniques to stand up for others when they feel empowered to do so.
Chapter 8 - Submissions: These weeks children will focus on all the possible submission techniques in jiu jitsu that makes sense for kids in each age group. Little Champs will learn how to "Catch and Release" with no pressure.
You can view the current chapter here on the schedule.
The perfect introduction to martial arts, designed to build confidence, coordination, and focus in a fun and engaging way.
KIDS GRACIE JIU JITSU CLASSES FOR AGES 10+
In the Jr. Grapplers program, we focus on 33 non-violent self-defence techniques that teach children to “neutralise and negotiate” with the bullies. Verbal assertiveness strategies are a major portion of this curriculum.
Once a child has got a good grasp of these fundamental techniques we will invite them to our Black Belt Club advanced training sessions.
CLASS TIMES (45mins)
Monday at 17:45
Wednesday at 17:30
Each week we focus on a different chapter for which all of the fundamental techniques will fit into:
Chapter 1 - Boundary Setting: Self-defence begins with boundary setting. In this chapter the children will explore the importance of setting and respecting boundaries in all areas of life and techniques will be practiced in this context.
Chapter 2 - Defence: This week's session focuses on active engagement and the importance of defensive strategies in self-defence.
Chapter 3 - Comfort in Chaos: This week focuses on empowerment and the ability to remain calm and focused in otherwise uncomfortable situations (in and out of a fight).
Chapter 4 - Escapes: Being able to escape from dangerous holds and positions is a core component of jiu-jitsu.
Chapter 5 - Stranger Danger: This chapter introduces an essential conversation about the concept of strangers, guiding children to understand that while not all strangers are harmful, caution is always necessary. We address the critical question: how do we discern between those who are safe and those who are not?
Chapter 6 - Controls: During this chapter top priority is given to teaching the children the various positions of control in jiu-jitsu and putting those controls to the test with some fun and positionally-specific resistance games.
Chapter 7 - Helping Others: The highest level of confidence is displayed when a child uses their skills to protect someone else. In this chapter, the emphasis is to give children the permission and the techniques to stand up for others when they feel empowered to do so.
Chapter 8 - Submissions: These weeks children will focus on all the possible submission techniques in jiu jitsu that makes sense for kids in each age group. We allow for light pressure application in Jr. Grapplers. Incorporating the Rules of Engagement into the instruction and really emphasising the safety considerations of each submission, including the importance of tapping out, helping them prepare them for the eventual transition into Black Belt Club advanced classes.
You can view the current chapter here on the schedule.
High-energy classes that helps kids develop strength, discipline, and leadership skills while learning real martial arts techniques.
FAQs
Many parents ask, what’s the difference between Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Karate classes? While we believe all martial-arts have value, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu has not only been proven to be the most effective martial art for a smaller person to defend themselves in a real fight for nearly a century, it also can be the most gentile.
We don’t want our kids or students turning into bullies themselves, and we also believe self-defence should be scalable, depending on the situation. Whereas kids Karate lessons or Taekwondo classes rely solely on landing punches and kicks, jiu-jitsu for kids focuses on neutralising a threat with verbal boundaries, distance management, body control, and eventual negotiation.
In Mat Munchkins it in mandatory that a parent or guardian participate in the class with their child.
We encourage parents to stay and watch! There are sofa's, wifi and hot drinks available.
Ultimately we love parents getting involved! Even better… you can join in our Brazilian Jiu Jitsu classes for adults, and have yet another thing in common with your little one. We love seeing the bond of families who train together!
Our address is:
Unit 1 Vale Mill, Huddersfield Road, Mossley, OL5 9LL.
We have a small car park of Huddersfield Rd, however if it's full you can park carefully on the street outside.
We have multiple membership options starting from £35 per month depending on the class type and how many classes per month you would like to attend.
Mat Munckins have the option to purchase a block of classes instead of a monthly membership.
All memberships include:
✅ Flexible classes so you don't have to stick to set days
✅ No extra charges for joining the intermidate or advanced classes
✅ A free Gracie Bullyproof online subscription that mirrors your in person classes
✅ Free attendance to our Gracie Game Day (Character Development Programme)
On your first class, we'll send you home with a membership pack with more details on the different options, plus links to sign up.
Through our work, we have seen that confident kids make kinder kids. We teach children how to not only stand up to bullies for themselves, but how to stand up for others.
Our Rules of Engagement teach children to avoid the fight if at all possible by first using their words, and then telling an adult.
When they do need to resort to physical self-defence, we do not teach children punches or kicks in the Gracie Bullyproof program, but rather, empowered by Brazilian Jiu-JItsu, to neutralise, defend, control, and negotiate if possible.
We believe jiu-jitsu is for children of all skill levels and abilities. Your child belongs here.
Through our kids martial arts classes, we have seen our students improve co-ordination, balance, motor skills, focus and discipline. Plus, they make lots of great friends!
Our instructors are highly skilled in teaching martial arts to kids. It’s their PASSION!
For your child’s first jiu-jitsu class, we recommend wearing shorts or joggers, and a t-shirt! If they continue training with us they will need a Jiu Jitsu Gi. These can be purchased at the facility or elsewhere so long as it is white.
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