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Ages 4 to 12Costa Mesa, CA

Kids Jiu Jitsu

Confidence that lasts longer than a trophy. Our kids program is built around three things: staying safe, staying calm, and treating people well.

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First class freeNo contractsParents welcome to watch

Two kids in white gis high-fiving at Costa Mesa Jiu Jitsu

Two programs by age

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Coach guiding two young kids in white gis on the mat
Ages 4 to 6

Little Ninjas

Playful first steps in jiu jitsu. Big on high-fives, light on pressure.

Mon3:30 PM
Tue4:15 PM
Thu4:15 PM
Fri4:15 PM
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Youth jiu jitsu class drilling in pairs on the mats
Ages 7 to 12

Youth Jiu Jitsu

Real technique and real confidence, no punches required.

Mon4:30 PM
Tue5:00 PMNoGi
Thu5:00 PM
Fri5:00 PMNoGi
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For parents

What your kid gets out of it

Bully-proof

Escapes and control that work without strength or striking, so kids can handle a bad situation and walk away.

Sport jiu jitsu

Kids who love competing can train for tournaments. Totally optional, always supported.

Real fitness

Strength, balance and coordination from an activity they actually look forward to.

Homeschool classes

Daytime options for homeschool families, with funding support through partner charter schools.

Kids memberships

Simple pricing

Kids
Unlimited Kids
$195/ month

Unlimited Little Ninjas or Youth Jiu Jitsu classes, up to four days a week.

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Families
Family Add-On
$120/ month

Add a sibling or a parent to any unlimited membership and train together.

Call to add

949-556-1178 or email us

Free kids class

Your child's first class is on us

Pick a class, show up 10 minutes early, and we will take it from there. No card, no contract, no pressure.

  • Little Ninjas (4 to 6) and Youth (7 to 12)
  • Small classes, so coaches actually know your kid's name
  • Kids gear available if you need it
  • Parents welcome to watch from the mat edge

Prefer to talk to a person? Call or text 949-556-1178.

We will text you to confirm. A quick waiver gets signed when you arrive.

Parents ask

Good to know

How old do kids need to be?
Little Ninjas starts at age 4 and runs through 6. Youth Jiu Jitsu is ages 7 to 12. Teens 13 and up train in the adult classes.
What should my child wear?
Athletic clothes with no zippers, buttons or pockets, and a water bottle. Gi classes use a kimono, which we sell in kid sizes, but athletic clothes are fine for the free class.
Can parents watch?
Yes. Parents are welcome to watch from the edge of the mat.
Is jiu jitsu safe for kids?
Jiu jitsu is a grappling art, so there is no striking in our kids classes. Kids learn to tap, keep good posture and protect their training partners from day one, with coaches watching every pairing.
How often should my child train?
Two or three classes a week is a great pace for most kids. The Unlimited Kids membership covers up to four days a week.
Do kids have to compete?
No. Competing is totally optional. Kids who want to can train for local tournaments, and we post upcoming events on our tournaments page.
Do you work with homeschool families?
Yes. We partner with iLEAD, Sage Oak and Cabrillo Point Academy, so homeschool families can often use approved education funds for classes.
How much does it cost?
The first class is free. Unlimited Kids is $195 a month, and you can add a second family member for $120 a month. No long-term contracts.