Kids 5-9 · Tannersville, NY

Kids Jiu-Jitsu That Builds Focus, Confidence, and Follow-Through.

Positive, coach-led environments

For parents who value structured instruction, positive coaching, healthy physical activity, and a welcoming community. Start with step-by-step lessons where you can watch the process. Parents are welcome to watch and meet the instructor. Parents never have to guess how their child is doing. We provide specific, reliable progress observations after small-group class, noticing the small victories in focus and resilience.

15-minute BJJ Goal Mapping. Normal clothes. No workout required.

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Parents Can Watch Watch any small-group class
Partner Matching Safe & size-grouped
Coach-Led Rounds Structured safety
Grappling Only Grappling-only training
Kids Jiu Jitsu Coach helping students

Kids program overview

Sensei Sandy

Meet Sensei Sandy

With years of coaching experience, Sensei Sandy ensures every child progresses in a positive, structured environment. Coaches guide every drill. Every step is clear. No guesswork for parents.

1. Book Your Free 15-Minute BJJ Goal Mapping

1

Meet Sandy

Meet Sandy for 15 minutes to map your child's goal, weekly schedule, and training plan. Parents can ask questions and see how the room works.

2

Safety walkthrough

We explain tapping, partner rules, and how coached resistance starts at the right pace. Kids learn through cooperation and shared progress.

3

First small-group class

Your child joins the kids small-group class with coach guidance. They will practice safe falling, learn positional control, and work cooperatively with partners at a calm, controlled pace.

4

Clear path forward

We recommend the right next class rhythm so your child has structure, consistency, and a clear training plan.

2. Start the Kids Small-Group Class

Youth + Teen Classes · Ages 5–17
Monday, Tuesday and Friday: 5:00–6:00 PM Gi
Wednesday: 5:00–6:00 PM No-Gi

Small-group classes create coaching, attention, and a repeatable weekly training rhythm.

Optional Saturday No-Gi
Saturday is an adult-led class. Selected youth and teen students may attend with Sandy’s approval based on maturity, size, experience, partner availability, and the day’s training plan.

3. What will improve?

Confidence: Your child learns to try new things and trust their own abilities.
Safety & Respect: A structured room where kids treat partners with kindness and boundaries are enforced.
Resilience: Kids learn how to lose safely and bounce back without getting discouraged.
Focus: We help kids listen clearly and follow directions in a calm environment.

4. Youth YAM: You Are Magnificent

Youth YAM: You Are Magnificent

We recognize character, effort, and leadership, more than skill. Youth YAM awards celebrate students who lift others up and embody our Core Culture on and off the mats.

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Greyson recognized as Youth YAM student

Greyson

The Blitz Bomb

Moves with focus, brings energy to training session, and helps keep the room positive.

Julia recognized as Youth YAM student

Julia

The Smiling Sensei

Keeps teammates encouraged, trains with kindness, and leads with a calm example.

Zena recognized as Youth YAM student

Zena

The Warrior Queen

Shows grit, confidence, and steady leadership every time she steps on the mats.

5. Core Culture Youth Track

Core Culture Youth Track

$550

per 12-Week Core Culture Program

Everything your child needs to succeed on the mats and build the ability to volunteer to try unfamiliar tasks without hesitation.

Official Academy Uniform Gi included
Structured Curriculum Age-appropriate progressions
Beginner-Safe Coaching Patient. Professional. Proven.
Partner Matching Safe, smart, and supportive
Progress Tracking Clear goals. Real growth.
Student in a gi holding a medal after class

6. Kids Beginner FAQ

Kids Beginner FAQ

Can my child start with a calm first training session?
Yes. Youth small-group classes stay calm and structured. A complete class can include coached, beginner-appropriate partner activities. Sandy adjusts the position, partner, pace, and resistance. Sandy adjusts partners, resistance, and pace.
Is this striking or grappling?
Grappling only. No punches or kicks in the kids lane. Kids learn body control, safe movement, and respectful partner work.
Can parents watch training session?
Yes. Parents can watch and see the complete small-group class structure.
What class do most kids try first?
Kids classes serve ages 5-9. Placement may vary based on size, maturity, experience, and family schedule.
What should my child wear?
Comfortable athletic clothes are fine for the first visit. Sandy will help with gear after the Free Intro.
Where should I start if my child needs a quieter first step?
Read the first-timer guide, then text Sandy if you want help choosing between the youth small-group class and a quieter private first step.

Your first step is on us.

Try a free Kids Intro. Tour the room, ask questions, and choose the next step.

15-minute BJJ Goal Mapping. Normal clothes. No workout required.

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Grappling-only training
Ages 5-9
Parents Welcome
6045 Main Street, Tannersville

Kids Jiu-Jitsu Near Windham, Hunter, and Haines Falls

Sensei Sandy BJJ serves families from Tannersville, Hunter, Windham, Haines Falls, Hensonville, Ashland, and the surrounding Catskills towns.

Main Street entrance door for Sensei Sandy BJJ
Families coming from Hunter, Windham, and Haines Falls use the Main Street entrance in Tannersville.

If you want kids Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu near Windham or Hunter, start with one calm Free Intro in Tannersville. Families comparing the drive can use the , the Windham kids guide, and the local tournament guide.