2026 KIDS SUMMER PROGRAM IN TANNERSVILLE
A Small-Group Summer Jiu-Jitsu Academy for Mountaintop Kids
Six weeks of coached summer mornings where children ages 6-12 build confidence, coordination, self-control, and friendships through real, beginner-friendly no-gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
Tuesdays and Thursdays
9:00–11:30 AM
12 Children Maximum
The cohort ran July 14–August 20, 2026. Text Sandy about future summer programs.
12 Children Maximum · Beginners Welcome · Parents Welcome to Observe · No-Gi Required
Summer Academy at a Glance
| Ages | 6–12 |
|---|---|
| Dates | July 14–August 20, 2026 |
| Schedule | Tuesdays and Thursdays |
| Time | 9:00–11:30 AM |
| Sessions | 12 |
| Total Time | 30 hours |
| Group Size | 12 children maximum |
| Experience | No experience required |
| Location | 6045 Main Street, Tannersville |
| Tuition | 2026 founding tuition was $499 |
| Enrollment | Closed July 7, 2026 |
See What a Summer Academy Morning Feels Like
A program video is not currently published. The written schedule and program details below are the current reference.
Real children, real coaching and a small group in the Tannersville studio.
View Video Transcript
0–8 seconds: Exterior, stairs and studio entrance.
8–20 seconds: Children arriving and beginning a movement game.
20–35 seconds: Sandy demonstrating one simple skill.
35–50 seconds: Children completing a supervised partner challenge.
50–65 seconds: Snack/reset area, progress passports and a team huddle.
65–80 seconds: Sandy: "This is a small summer group where children learn real jiu-jitsu, practice working with others and leave each morning proud of what they accomplished."
Final screen: Dates, ages, program details and page URL.
Give Them Two Active Mornings to Look Forward to Each Week
The Summer Academy gives children a reliable rhythm without filling every weekday. They move, solve problems, work with partners and learn skills that require attention, patience and controlled effort.
Confidence
Children experience manageable challenges and practice continuing when an answer is not immediate.
Coordination
Movement games, safe falling and partner activities develop balance, timing and body awareness.
Self-Control
Children learn to manage their pace, listen for stop signals and protect their training partners.
Friendship
A small recurring group gives children time to become comfortable, cooperate and feel known.
Our goal is to help each child become more capable, calm and confident through purposeful play and skill-based jiu-jitsu.
2026 Summer Academy Program Details
Mountaintop Kids Jiu-Jitsu Summer Academy
2026 tuition was $499
Six weeks · 12 mornings · 30 total hours
Enrollment closed July 7, 2026. These details are retained for participating families and historical reference.
Included
Is This a Good Fit for My Child?
The Summer Academy may fit a child who:
- Needs a constructive summer routine
- Enjoys learning through movement and games
- Would benefit from a smaller group
- Wants to try martial arts without competition pressure
- Needs practice with focus or confidence
- Likes solving physical problems
- Has never trained jiu-jitsu
Parents should know:
- Activities include supervised physical contact.
- Children must follow stop signals and partner-safety instructions.
- The program is not all-day childcare.
- The academy uses games, but each game has a teaching objective.
- Accommodations should be discussed before enrollment.
A Clear Rhythm for Every Morning
9:00 — Arrival and Readiness
Belongings, water, bathroom and a brief emotional check-in.
9:10 — Movement Game
Running, crawling, balancing, reacting and coordinating.
9:30 — Jiu-Jitsu Class
One clear problem and one or two practical solutions.
10:05 — Snack and Reset
A supervised break for water, food and regrouping.
10:20 — Partner Resistance Games
Short rounds with a specific goal, clear limits and active coaching.
10:55 — Team Challenge
Communication, leadership or structured problem-solving.
11:20 — Cooldown and Progress Passport
Children reflect on what they practiced and record progress.
11:30 — Authorized Pickup
Children spend more time moving and solving problems than listening to long explanations.
Six Weeks of Real, Age-Appropriate Jiu-Jitsu
This is not a collection of unrelated activities. Each week builds on the movement, safety and partner habits introduced before it.
Week 1 — Ready Body
Safe falling, mat movement, personal space and partner habits.
Week 2 — Balance and Takedowns
Stance, posture, push-pull balance and controlled takedown games.
Week 3 — Escapes and Boundaries
Creating space, standing safely, speaking clearly and finding help.
Week 4 — Guard and Problem-Solving
Frames, distance, sweeping games and staying calm while stuck.
Week 5 — Top Control and Leadership
Safe pressure, positional control, partner coaching and leadership.
Week 6 — Submission Safety and Challenge Week
Tapping early, releasing immediately, team challenges and the family showcase.
Real Jiu-Jitsu, Built for Catskills Families
Mountaintop families do not always need another five-day program. They may need a smaller summer commitment that creates structure without taking over the entire week.
The Summer Academy provides two substantial mornings of movement, instruction and social connection while leaving room for family time, outdoor activities, travel and the rest of summer.
This is also more than a general recreation session. Children follow a real Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu curriculum, work with consistent partners and build skills across the full six weeks.
Designed for families traveling from:
A serious learning experience without the big-camp atmosphere.
Your Child Will Be Known Here
Sensei Sandy is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt with more than a decade of teaching experience. He uses clear instructions, carefully selected partners and structured resistance activities so children learn genuine skills without being thrown into uncontrolled training.
The Summer Academy is capped at 12 children and staffed by Sandy plus an assistant.
Read Sandy's full backgroundQualified Instruction
Black Belt Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu coaching
Small-Group Supervision
Capped at 12 kids for careful attention
Clear Safety Standards
Deliberate partner matching and behavior rules
Give Your Child Two Mornings to Settle In
A new room, activity and group can take time to feel familiar. Let your child attend the first two Summer Academy sessions.
If the program is not the right fit, notify Sandy after the second session and before the third session. Sandy will review the unused tuition portion along with the written Fit Promise terms shared after approval.
The academy Fit Promise is handled directly through the approval packet and is not part of the main-program guarantee page.
Everything Parents Need Before the First Morning
Logistics
- Dates: July 14–August 20, 2026 (Tuesdays and Thursdays)
- Times: 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM
- Address: 6045 Main Street, Tannersville, NY
- Orientation Date: Details sent upon registration
- Parent Observation: Parents are welcome to watch a session and meet the instructor.
Requirements
- Clothing: Athletic wear is fine; no gi purchase required.
- Water: Bring a refillable water bottle reminder.
- Snacks: Healthy, nut-free snacks allowed during reset periods.
- Pickup: Authorized pickup procedures strictly enforced.
- Illness: Please stay home if your child is sick. Make-up credits apply.
Parent FAQ
Twelve Active Mornings. One Small Group. Skills They Can Keep.
Give your child a summer routine built around movement, confidence, teamwork and real Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
Ages 6–12
12 places maximum