Whether it’s grappling or striking, your child will benefit from the structure that the martial arts provide. While building technical ability we seek to implant confidence, self-control and discipline in our students. Come see why our instructors at Tidewater BJJ have positioned themselves as some of Hampton Road’s best instructors.

Life-Skills. There are certain character traits that contribute to a person's success in life. Honesty, trustworthiness, self-respect and respect for other are only a few of the traits developed by BJJ. Martial arts have always been a valid place for children to develop those traits.
 

Self-Defense. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (sometimes called “The Gentle Art”) is one fo the best martial arts for self-defense. Many, if not all, confrontations in childhood are between two people of unequal size. At the core of BJJ is the ability for a weaker or smaller person to control and neutralize a larger or stronger adversary. BJJ provides the tools to enable the defender to escalate or de-escalate the situation in a non-violent way if chosen. 

Exercise. Our Kid's programs include a considerable amount of physical activity. We teach basic calisthenics, agility drills and tumbling while practicing realistic techniques. We structure the physical portion of class with the goal of improving hand-eye coordination, flexibility, endurance and many other physical attributes.