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Kids Program · East Los Angeles

Juniors
BJJ

Ages 10+ · Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

For kids who are ready to get serious. Real technique, structured drilling, and a clear competitive pathway — built for the next generation of grapplers.

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10+
Age Group
60
Min / Class
4×
Weekly
Juniors BJJ training

Why Juniors BJJ

What They
Develop

01
🧩
Technical Depth

Juniors BJJ goes beyond basics. Students develop real positional understanding, transitions, and a submission arsenal appropriate for their level and age.

02
🏆
Competition Ready

For kids interested in competing, we build the mental and physical tools needed — tournament preparation, match strategy, and the right mindset.

03
💡
Problem Solving

BJJ is often called physical chess. Juniors learn to think ahead, react under pressure, and find solutions — skills that extend far beyond the mat.

04
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Physical Development

Strength, flexibility, coordination, and endurance all improve through consistent training. Kids in Juniors BJJ are noticeably more athletic than their peers.

05
🧘
Discipline & Focus

The structure of class teaches kids to show up, work hard, and stay focused — even when it's hard. That discipline follows them into school and life.

06
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Self-Defense

By 10+, kids can retain and apply real self-defense techniques. They leave class confident in their ability to protect themselves if they ever need to.

Juniors BJJ technique drilling

The Curriculum

What We
Teach

Juniors BJJ covers a structured curriculum that builds progressively — ensuring every student develops a complete, well-rounded game.

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For Parents

Common
Questions

How is Juniors BJJ different from Little Lions?+
Juniors BJJ is for older kids who are ready for a more structured, technical curriculum. Classes are longer (60 min), the drilling is more intensive, and there is structured live rolling. It's a genuine martial arts education, not just play-based learning.
Does my child need prior BJJ experience?+
No prior experience is required. We have a fundamentals track within the Juniors program that brings new students up to speed before joining the main group. Most kids are rolling comfortably within their first month.
Is competition required?+
Never required. We support students who want to compete and prepare them thoroughly, but those who train for personal development are equally valued and encouraged.
Is live rolling safe for 10-year-olds?+
Yes, when done correctly — and at East LA, it always is. Rolling is always instructor-supervised, limited to age-appropriate techniques, and never forced. Safety and respect on the mat are non-negotiable rules in our program.
★★★★★

"The kids classes are also the best around. Whether in the adult or kids classes, you can really tell that the coaches are passionate, up to speed on the latest jiu jitsu that is working in high level competitions, and genuinely care about each of the students and their success."

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Oliver Klein
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★★★★★

"My kids have trained here for more than 18 months. They have become more resilient, disciplined, increased their self-esteem and confidence. My kids have learned very clean drills and techniques."

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Carina Garcia
via Google · Parent
★★★★★

"The environment at Renzo East LA gym is positive, supportive and respectful for all levels, and the instructors there have helped my brothers and niece progress in their jiujitsu journeys."

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Stalin Salazar
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