Kids BJJ Classes
Are you looking for martial arts near me to kickstart your child’s journey?
Located in Sturry and Aylesham, Canterbury, our BJJ gym is easily accessible and ready to welcome your child into our growing family of young Jiu Jitsu practitioners.
Whether your child is taking their first step into martial arts or looking to further their skills, our friendly, experienced instructors are here to guide them every step of the way.
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Why Is Jiu-Jitsu good For kids?
Not only is Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu a lot of fun, but it is also a great way to improve fitness, motor coordination and body awareness.
This martial art includes many of the fundamental aspects of self-defence and instils the values important in a child’s development.
Most of all, jiu-jitsu teaches kids how to deal with failure from an early age and how this is a necessary short-term outcome in any endeavour.
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How much does it cost?
Our kids' Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) classes are designed to be engaging, fun and affordable.
We believe in providing high-quality training without breaking the bank so your child can enjoy the benefits of BJJ for just £5 per Class or £40 per month.
No joining fee or long-term commitments.
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Book a free trial class
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We're here to make your child's BJJ journey accessible and enjoyable, so why not book a free trial class (no strings attached!) so your little one can get a real taste of Jiu-Jitsu?
It's a risk-free way to explore if this Martial Art is the right fit for your child in a welcoming and supportive environment.
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Class structure
Our Kids' BJJ classes are divided into two age groups: 5-7 and 8-12 yrs (see our timetable for more information).
Classes begin with a game to warm up. Students are then taken through activities aimed at enhancing their technical skills. This leads to various BJJ techniques that are practised with a training partner.
The remainder of the class is spent sparring in a controlled environment, with the goal being the execution of the techniques learned to date.
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Experienced coaches
Aron Soto, Sarah Bell and Pheobe Stone lead our BJJ classes for kids in Sturry, Canterbury. Paul McGinty and Donna Blanks lead our BJJ classes for kids in Aylesham, Canterbury.
Each of our instructors brings a wealth of knowledge, a unique set of skills, and an infectious enthusiasm for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and teaching.
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How to get started
To participate in a free trial class at Silverbacks, the only requirement we have is that your child is 5 years of age or older.
A t-shirt and shorts are fine to begin with. However, if your child enjoys BJJ training and wants to continue beyond one month, a Gi and belt will need to be purchased.
