Kids Jiu Jitsu in East Nashville

Classes Grouped by Age

All of our kids classes are Gi Jiu Jitsu, split into three age groups so every child trains with peers at the right pace.

Tiny Legionnaires: Ages 3-5

Short, high-energy classes built around games. Little ones learn to listen, take turns, and move their bodies with control, picking up their first Jiu Jitsu skills along the way.

Little Legionnaires: Ages 6-8

Kids start working on real positions and escapes, earn stripes and belts for their effort, and practice supervised sparring. Anti-bullying skills are part of every class.

Junior Legionnaires: Ages 9-12

Older kids train a curriculum closer to our teen and adult classes, with more technical submissions, defense, and controlled live rounds that build real problem-solving under pressure.

Kids Martial Arts That Builds More Than Moves

The skills kids build on the mat, like focus, patience, and the confidence to speak up, go with them to school and home. Martial arts gives kids a safe place to be challenged, to fail, and to try again, and Jiu Jitsu is one of the best martial arts for kids because it teaches control instead of striking.

Camps, Events, and Family Training

Beyond weekly classes, our week-long Summer Camps and Parents Night Out events keep kids active all year. And if you get the itch to train yourself, you will be in good company: Coach Matt Ruskin started training shortly after his two boys joined kids class.