Kids Programs
Kids programs are for children ages 7-15 years old
GRACIE BURLINGTON KIDS JIU JITSU PROGRAM:
We believe that the practice of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu is seen as a means to individual development and personal growth. Strength, self-awareness, respect, discipline and responsibility are common core values taught within our kid’s program.
Kids Jiu Jitsu
The Kids Jiu Jitsu program is designed to help students build a strong foundation for basic jiu jitsu techniques and improve their overall understanding of jiu jitsu practice. The curriculum for this program includes both beginner and fundamental techniques, as well as coordination drills, interactive games, and exploration of core concepts and ideas in the jiu jitsu.
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PROGRAM GOALS:
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Increase general understanding of jiu jitsu
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Learn self-discipline and build confidence
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Develop respect for instructors and peers
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Improve coordination and agility
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CURRICULUM INCLUDES:
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Beginner jiu jitsu techniques
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Coordination-building drills and movement exercises
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Simplified explanation of core values
Kids Muay Thai
Muay Thai, also known as Thai Boxing, is a martial art that originated in Thailand. Thai Boxing uses standup striking along with clinching techniques. This discipline is also known as the "art of eight limbs" because it is a highly effective striking system that uses punches, kicks, elbows, and knees.
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Our Kids Muay Thai Program focuses on how to correctly kick, punch and use both knees and elbows, in addition to learning how to hold pads and work with partners. We also emphasize practical techiques that can be applied in self-defense situations.
Gracie Burlington Kids Wrestling
Thursdays at 5:15 Wrestling class is offered to children 5-12 years old
Our Kids Wrestling classes are designed for children who want to build wrestling skills, improve athleticism, and gain confidence on the mat without needing to commit to a wrestling club or competition schedule.
This class is a great option for beginners, kids who are curious about wrestling, or students who simply want to improve their takedowns, balance, body control, strength, and overall movement.
Young wrestlers will learn age-appropriate wrestling skills and techniques while improving agility, body awareness, flexibility, coordination, and athleticism. Wrestling teaches children how to move well, stay controlled, and understand how to safely work with another person in a physical sport.
At Gracie Burlington, we believe proper form and technique matter from the very beginning. Our coaches focus heavily on the basics so students build a strong foundation, learn safely, and grow at a pace that is right for them.
Whether your child wants to try wrestling for fun, build confidence, improve their grappling, or eventually join the wrestling club, this class is a great place to start.
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Why Jiu Jitsu?
Every day in the United States, an estimated 150,000 kids miss school due to fear or intimidation of bullies. In fact, many believe that fear of bullying may be the leading cause of low self-confidence in children. Worse, statistics suggest that less than 15% of kids actually report acts of bullying. We know that most bullies are insecure and seek self-esteem normally by harassing smaller or weaker children. These negative experiences often create psychological trauma that might last a lifetime.
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The Gracie Burlington Youth Program focuses on the physical, emotional and mental well being, as well as the education of our children. It is “Education for Life.” Firstly, we provide our young students with the most powerful defensive skills so they will be ready to stand up against bullies. In addition, we assist our students with the development of characteristics and skills they will need in order to live a happy and balanced life. Our young pupils develop confidence, discipline, courage, responsibility, and leadership among other important values. We promote non-violent resolutions to conflict.
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The Gracie Burlington Youth Program focuses a great deal of attention to the development of self-esteem. A good self-image is the basis of a well functioning, happy and successful child.
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Our curriculum integrates physical education and self-defense techniques with conditioning and skill oriented games aimed at improving your child’s coordination, motor skills, agility and flexibility. Every instructor receives training in our unique teaching methodology, enabling them to deliver learning through dynamic interaction with the children, using a variety of approaches that meet the various learning types of individual children, whether visual, kinesthetic or auditory.