Absolute MMA Youth Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Gym
Looking for a new way for your kid to burn off some energy? Absolute MMA is one of the most highly rated programs for youth Brazilian jiu jitsu (BJJ) in Utah. Whether your child is new to the sport or an experienced student, BJJ for kids can be an amazing outlet for strength, endurance, fitness, and confidence-building.
What is Brazilian Jiu Jistu
Brazilian jiu jitsu (BJJ) is a ground combat sport centered on submission holds, self-defense, and leverage through grappling. It was developed in Brazil after the Japanese introduced jiu jitsu over 100 years ago. BJJ founders adapted jiu jitsu techniques to create a unique fighting style that continues to be a world phenomenon.
Youth Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Classes
In a youth Brazilian jiu jitsu class, children and teens learn the building blocks of BJJ. They’re taught respect, communication skills, self-defense, and the value of control over violence.
Ages 7-12
Children in this age group are growing and developing at a rapid pace. During this crucial pre-adolescent stage, kids are beginning to understand more complex emotions like empathy, which makes youth BJJ an ideal environment for learning.
Children can benefit from youth Brazilian jiu jitsu through several attributes:
- Good, full-body exercise
- Working out helps increase blood flow which can lead to better concentration in class, improved performance in other childhood sports, and overall health.
- Self-discipline
- As children learn the skills needed to exert physical force while respecting their opponent, they learn self-discipline and control.
- Confidence booster
- BJJ allows kids to master new skills, which leads to an overall boost in confidence. This sense of self-assurance will carry over into other areas like school work, friendships, and home life.
BJJ for kids provides a great workout, allowing them to stay in shape and improve cognitive function. With Brazilian jiu jitsu training, children can also learn to defend themselves while minimizing violence.
Teen Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Classes
Ages 13-17
Teenagers crave structure, boundaries, and purpose, and youth BJJ provides a framework for all of these. As teens learn Brazilian jiu jitsu, they gain a consistent exercise routine, lessons in self-control and discipline, and respect for their teachers and opponents.
This translates into better performance at school, improved agility in other sports, and stronger friendships.
Our Instructors
The instructors at Absolute MMA are highly experienced, and place value in the safety and potential of every student.
Rob Handley
Rob is the head trainer at Absolute MMA, a 5th-degree BJJ blackbelt, and a coach of top-level athletes. With a wide variety of MMA experience, Rob is excellent at training students of all ages and skill levels.
Grandmaster Flavio Behring
Absolute MMA is a certified Behring Jiu Jitsu academy, modeled after this instructor’s teachings. Grandmaster Flavio trained under the instruction of one of BJJ’s founders, Helio Gracie, and is one of the most awarded Brazilian jiu jitsu artists in the world. As a 9th degree red belt, he has reached the highest possible rank and travels to America several times a year to share his knowledge and experience.
Kevin Kopaunik, Assistant Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Judo Instructor
Kevin has over 35 years of MMA experience and is a BJJ 2nd-degree black belt. He values the importance of self-defense and believes that students should be able to put in a full effort on the mat without ever hurting their opponent. Kevin’s friendly personality and clear communication skills make him a great teacher for participants of all ages.
Is Youth Brazilian Jiu Jistu Safe
Absolutely! Brazilian jiu jitsu is a safe outlet for kids to work out and get stronger—as long as experienced teachers provide the instruction. Our trainers pay close attention to detail and work to prevent any possible injuries through proper technique.
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Still on the fence about BJJ for kids? Sign up for your free 1-week trial today and see for yourself how beneficial this sport can be. We hope to see you soon!