Welcoming from day one. Zero ego.
Use the teens and escapes hubs to preview structure, composure, and progressive coaching.
Teens 10-17 · Free Intro
Grappling only. No striking.
Control, escapes, and submissions using leverage.
Teens often ask the same question parents do: what’s the real difference?
If you want an indoor activity that builds calm confidence without screen time, our Teens lane runs in a coached, high-detail system inside the studio above Main Street in Tannersville.
For families comparing styles, read sanda vs jiu jitsu for teens.
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Sensei Sandy BJJ is local to Tannersville and is not affiliated with similarly named "Sensei" gyms in other cities.
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Summer training for kids and teens gives families one clean seasonal page for booking.
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Teens need coaching, not chaos. Structured lane above Main St. Learn composure, control, real skills, with clear rules.
Beginner Lane: no hard sparring day one. Parents watch. Resched by text.
From July 2021 to December 2023, 34.0% of U.S. teenagers ages 12 to 17 were bullied in the past 12 months: 38.4% for ages 12 to 14 and 29.7% for ages 15 to 17.
Source: CDC Data Brief 514. CDC
Among teens who were bullied, 29.8% had recent anxiety symptoms and 28.5% had recent depression symptoms.
Source: CDC Data Brief 514. CDC
In 2023, only 23% of high school students got at least 8 hours of sleep on an average school night.
Source: CDC YRBS Data Summary (2013-2023). CDC
Next step: review the anti-bullying playbook and choose your best first class time.
Why BJJ for teens: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is decision-heavy and partner-based, and competition formats disallow strikes, supporting a calmer learning environment than striking-first formats. Study
My Promise
Beginner Lane, no hard sparring day one, reschedule by text.
Beginner Lane = no hard sparring on day one.
Confidence, discipline, and real structure in a coached room.
Real skill, no chaos, and clear coaching from the first class.
Best first class for most teens: 5:00 PM Youth Class
Teens usually start in the 5:00 PM youth class, with private lessons available at 4:00 PM before the group class.
Real classes. Small groups. Hands-on coaching from day one.
Need a quiet on-ramp first? Start with private lessons then move into group class when ready.
Reserve your Free Intro
Beginner Lane. Reschedule by text. Calm first class.
After booking, you will get
1. Confirmation
Your reserved class spot and check-in details.
2. Waiver link
A fast digital waiver to complete before class.
3. Show-Up Kit
Exactly what to wear, where to park, and what happens first.
Youth (Kids + Teens): $550
Adults: $715
30-Day Money-Back Guarantee: If it's not a fit in the first 30 days, we refund you.
No long-term contracts. Annual is a prepaid plan (best value), not a locked-in billing contract.
Kids (5–9): 4:00 PM
Teens (10–17): 5:00 PM
Adults (18+): 6:00 PM
Welcoming from day one. Zero ego.
Patient coaching with clear steps.
Beginner Lane keeps day one controlled.
Sports cross training: balance, base, and safe falls for the season.
Proof Highlights
Quick proof on-page before they leave to watch long playlists.
Teens practice decision-making in controlled resistance, not chaos.
Balance, base, and safer falls help across skiing, soccer, baseball, and cheer.
Clear progressions and partner matching keep progress steady and safe.
"A calm and structured environment. My kids look forward to every class."
Want more clips? Browse the full teens video hub.
Teens lane
For teens ages 10-17 who want composure, balance, and safe falls for sports and life.
Safety promise: Beginner Lane pacing, partner matching, and coached rounds. Read the beginner-friendly evidence guide.
Teens usually start in the 5:00 PM youth class, with private lessons available at 4:00 PM for students who want extra attention before joining group training. See the full schedule.
Q: How much activity should kids get? A: Youth ages 6-17 should get at least 60 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous activity daily.
Source: CDC. Retrieved: 2026-03-25.
Q: How much activity should adults get? A: Adults should get 150-300 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity per week plus muscle-strengthening activity on 2 or more days.
Source: CDC. Retrieved: 2026-03-25.
Q: What percent of students are bullied? A: In 2021-2022, 19.2% of U.S. students ages 12-18 reported being bullied during school; among bullied students, 22% reported online/text bullying.
Source: NCES. Retrieved: 2026-03-25.
Q: When did NY DASA start? A: Signed September 13, 2010; effective July 1, 2012; cyberbullying amendment effective July 1, 2013.
Source: NYSED DASA. Retrieved: 2026-03-25.
Q: Do you offer No-Gi classes? A: Yes. Wednesday includes Youth Class No-Gi at 5:00-5:50 PM and Adult Class No-Gi at 6:00-7:00 PM. Saturday includes Adult No-Gi at 2:30-3:20 PM and Kids No-Gi at 3:30-4:20 PM.
Source: Sensei Sandy schedule. Retrieved: 2026-03-25.
Q: What are standard class times? A: Private lessons are available at 4:00 PM, youth class starts at 5:00 PM, and adult class starts at 6:00 PM in Tannersville.
Source: Sensei Sandy schedule. Retrieved: 2026-03-25.
Q: Is BJJ dangerous? A: A 2025 study reported 5.5 injuries per 1,000 training hours vs 55.9 per 1,000 matches; most injuries occurred during training, mainly sparring.
Source: BMJ Open SEM study (2025). Retrieved: 2026-03-25.
Q: What is private-lesson pricing? A: Private lesson is $150 for 60 minutes, with a 3-session Founders Special (save $150) and a 30-day money-back guarantee for new membership starts.
Source: Private Lessons page. Retrieved: 2026-03-25.
After Free Intro
Tuition Tracks (Commitment = Savings)
Core Culture (12 Weeks): Youth (Kids + Teens) $550 · Adult $715 · Lifer Annual: Youth (Kids + Teens) $1,650 · Adult $2,150 · Cancel or reschedule by text · 30-Day Money-Back Guarantee.
Youth pricing covers Kids and Teens lanes. Contact us for youngest-starter fit.
Structured instruction, safe landings, and calm decisions translate to every sport.
Need more clarity? Read the Safety & Standards page.
Teens train at 5:00 PM in Tannersville. More options (Fri AM, Sat, by appointment). See the full schedule.
Reserve Free Intro · Adults lane · Options/Pricing
After booking: Confirm spot, sign waiver, get Show-Up Kit (wear, park, day one).
Also read: Windham family guide, Haines Falls beginner guide, Hunter grappling guide.
"Children and adolescents 6 to 17 need to be active for at least 60 minutes every day."
Source: CDC, Child Activity: An Overview (Last reviewed December 4, 2025). CDC
"In 2021-22, about 19 percent of students ages 12-18 reported being bullied during school."
Source: NCES, Student Bullying (Last updated July 2024). NCES
"The injury incidence was 5.5 per 1000 hours in training and 55.9 per 1000 matches."
Source: Stegerhoek et al., BMJ Open Sport & Exercise Medicine (Published March 12, 2025). Amsterdam UMC
"Across fifteen studies, the pooled injury rate ratio was 0.64 (95% CI 0.54-0.75), a 36% reduction."
Source: Ding et al., Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis (2022). PMC
"There is substantial evidence that physical activity can help improve academic achievement, including grades and standardized test scores."
Source: CDC, Physical Activity and Academic Performance (Published July 2010 PDF). CDC Stacks
Parking: street parking on Main Street and municipal lots within a short walk.
Calm coaching. Beginner-friendly. Real families. Real training.
"Class at Sensei Sandy BJJ has become such a large part of my family's routine."
"A calm and structured environment. My kids look forward to every class."
"Calm, welcoming, and beginner-friendly. Clear instruction and supportive atmosphere."