Practical self-defense
Position, leverage, escapes, and safe control taught in an age-appropriate format.
Youth Brazilian Jiu-jitsu · Herndon, VA
Strong Skills. Confident Kids.
A safe, structured program where young students build practical self-defense, coordination, focus, and confidence.
More than a martial art
A class parents can feel good about
Students learn in a positive room where good technique, thoughtful effort, and respect matter more than size or athletic ability.
Focus and resilience
Clear drills and achievable challenges help students stay composed and keep learning.
Confidence with humility
Progress comes through consistency, teamwork, and respect for training partners.
Weekly schedule · Ages 7–16
Four chances to train each week
Monday5:10–6:00 PM
Wednesday5:10–6:00 PM
Friday5:10–6:00 PM
Saturday10:00–11:00 AM
New students can begin at any point. Youth training serves ages 7–16; students who are ready for larger partners may transition into adult classes around age 14 based on size, maturity, technical control, and coach guidance.
How we teach
Technical, encouraging, and built for long-term growth
Coaches break movements into clear steps, pair students thoughtfully, and keep live practice supervised. The goal is useful skill without sacrificing safety or a welcoming atmosphere.
Our approach reflects the Pedro Sauer Association emphasis on leverage, mechanics, technical depth, and a mat where students feel supported.
- Beginner-friendly instruction
- Supervised partner practice
- Progress at an individual pace
- Clear expectations and positive coaching
Inside class
Learning through movement and teamwork
Give them a real feel for class
Try Youth Jiu-jitsu for free.
Meet the coaches, see the class structure, and let your child experience the program before joining.