★★★★★
“As a smaller grappler, I felt safe and welcomed.”
Kelly ChanYouth small-group class · Ages 5–17 · Tannersville, NY
After-School Martial Arts & Jiu-Jitsu in Tannersville, NY
A calm after-school martial arts class where kids and teens move, focus, reset, and build confidence.
- Tour the studio
- Safety walkthrough
- Beginner-friendly first class
- Parents can watch
Parent Fit
A Scheduled Martial Arts Small-Group Class With a Clear First Step
Parents drop students off and pick them up after training. The first step is to reserve a Free Intro for your child to tour the studio and try a class.
After School Can Become the Best Hour of Their Day
School ends. Energy is high. The evening still needs rhythm.
Jiu-Jitsu gives kids a simple pattern: arrive, breathe, move, listen, practice, partner safely, review, and leave proud.
The goal is calm confidence: better focus, better body control, and a stronger sense of belonging.
Focus
Students practice listening, following steps, and staying with a task.
Confidence
They build wins through safe reps, coaching, and steady progress.
Self-Control
They learn how to move with a partner using care and control.
Better Evenings
Movement before dinner helps the day reset with structure.
What Happens in Class
1. Arrival and Reset
Students come in, take off shoes, get settled, and shift out of school mode.
2. Warm-Up
Simple movement drills help loosen hips, backs, shoulders, and legs.
3. Skill of the Day
We teach one clear idea at a time so kids can remember it.
4. Partner Practice
Students work with a partner under close coaching. Safety and kindness come first.
5. Cool Down
We end with a simple review so students know what they learned.
Best Starting Paths
Choose the Right First Step
Free Intro
Best for most families. Tour the studio, review safety, and try a beginner-friendly first class.
Reserve Your Free IntroYouth + Teen Class
Best for kids and teens ready for a calm class with clear coaching and thoughtful partner matching.
See Class TimesFamilies from Tannersville, Hunter, Windham, and Haines Falls use the youth program as a steady after-school routine. Youth and Teen classes meet at 5:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday. Core Culture students plan three recurring classes each week, with open-seat rescheduling available by text.
See the schedule, explore pricing, or view our canonical Kids BJJ and Teens BJJ pages. Current students can access the Student Hub.
Local Proof
Local Families and Adults Start Here Because the Room Feels Calm
★★★★★
“Walking in as a beginner was an intimidating experience at first and after only a few moments I felt a sense of confidence and empowerment through Sandy’s care and guidance.”
Roberto Noel-Berman★★★★★
“A welcoming community with no big egos.”
Adam MastropaoloParent Questions
After-School Jiu-Jitsu FAQ
Youth and Teen classes meet at 5:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday in Tannersville. Core Culture students plan three recurring classes each week, with open-seat rescheduling available by text.
The after-school youth lane serves kids and teens ages 5 to 17. We group students by size, comfort, experience, and maturity.
Yes. Parents can watch the first class, see the room, and ask questions after training.
Comfortable athletic clothes are fine for the first visit. After booking, parents receive the Show-Up Kit with Dress for Training, where to park, and what happens first.