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Discipline
Kids BJJ at Warrior Fitness Center gives young students in Colorado Springs a structured introduction to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu — grappling, positional control, escapes, takedowns, and submissions — in an age-appropriate format. Classes are built on the same Chris Haueter black-belt lineage as our adult program, but the curriculum is scaled to youth attention spans, body mechanics, and safety. The result is a kids program that actually teaches real BJJ instead of running gymnastics with a few moves bolted on.
A typical Kids BJJ class runs about 45 minutes: short warmup, technique introduction with coach demonstration, partnered drilling at controlled pace, then positional work or games that reinforce the technique under light resistance. Coaches break techniques into 2–3 step progressions so kids can repeat them confidently. Class ends with a short cooldown, etiquette reminders, and a one-line lesson tying the day's work to something outside the mat.
Our Kids BJJ program is grouped by age, attention level, and physical readiness rather than rigid age cutoffs. Roughly: ages 4–6 focus on listening, basic movement patterns, animal walks, and the most fundamental position concepts (mount, guard, side control) using games rather than live rolling. Ages 7–9 add real technical drilling, controlled positional rounds, and the start of the youth belt progression. Ages 10–13 train closer to the adult format with full positional sparring, takedown work, submission training under careful supervision, and longer rolling sessions. The coach will recommend the right group during a consultation; transitions between groups happen when the child is ready, not by birthday alone.
Kids BJJ uses its own belt system — white, gray, yellow, orange, and green — distinct from the adult belts. Each color has stripes that mark progress within the rank. Promotions are earned through consistent attendance, technical growth, and conduct in the room, not by paying for a test. Coaches will tell parents what their child is working on and when promotions are coming. The system is designed to keep kids motivated without turning the program into a belt mill.
Younger students do not free-roll — their live work is structured positional games and light, supervised drilling. Live rolling for older kids is matched by size and experience, with strict rules about what techniques are allowed at each age. Submissions are introduced gradually, with neck cranks, leg attacks above the knee, and other higher-risk techniques restricted by age band. Parents can sit and watch class; we do not run cult-of-personality rooms where you cannot see what your child is doing.
Kids BJJ at Warrior is taught with the same technical lineage as the adult program. Head BJJ coach Ben Westrich is a Chris Haueter black belt — Haueter being one of the original Dirty Dozen (the first twelve non-Brazilians to earn BJJ black belts). That lineage shapes how the kids program teaches positional priority and responsible application. Your child is not learning watered-down BJJ; they are learning real BJJ at a scale and pace that fits their age.
For the first kids BJJ class, athletic clothes (rashguard or t-shirt and shorts) are enough. Wait on buying a kids Gi until staff confirms sizing and class fit — kids grow, sizes vary by brand, and the gym can advise. Bring water. Snacks for after class are a good idea if the child is coming straight from school.
First Visit
Book a consultation and our team will help match your goals, experience level, schedule, and comfort level to the right first class path.
Wear comfortable athletic clothes, bring water, and arrive a few minutes early. No shoes are worn on the mats.
Bring any gear you already own, but do not buy new gear blindly. We do not provide loaner gear, and members get substantial discounts through the gym.
This Week By Day
Open each day to see every youth class tied to this program, then visit the full schedule to compare age groups and first-visit options.
3 classes for this program
Kids BJJ
Intermediate / Advanced / Ages 6 to 14
Kids BJJ (Minis)
Ages 3 to 6 / Ages 3 to 6
Kids BJJ
All Levels / Ages 6 to 14
2 classes for this program
Kids Muay Thai
Beginner / Ages 3 to 14
Kids Muay Thai
Intermediate / Advanced / Ages 3 to 14
3 classes for this program
Kids BJJ
Intermediate / Advanced / Ages 6 to 14
Kids BJJ (Minis)
Ages 3 to 6 / Ages 3 to 6
Kids BJJ
All Levels / Ages 6 to 14
2 classes for this program
Kids Muay Thai
Beginner / Ages 3 to 14
Kids Muay Thai
Intermediate / Advanced / Ages 3 to 14
2 classes for this program
Kids BJJ (Minis)
Ages 3 to 6 / Ages 3 to 6
Kids BJJ
All Levels / Ages 6 to 14
Most kids can begin BJJ around age 4–5, depending on attention span, comfort following directions, and physical readiness. We will assess fit during a consultation and place your child in the right age band.
Younger students do not free-roll; their live work is structured positional games and light, supervised drilling. Older kids who have built fundamentals graduate into longer positional rounds and eventually full rolling, always at a controlled, coach-supervised intensity.
Yes. Kids BJJ uses white, gray, yellow, orange, and green belts with stripes for progress within each rank. The adult belts (blue, purple, brown, black) start at age 16. The youth system is designed to keep kids motivated through reasonable progression intervals while still requiring real growth.
Only when age, skill, and supervision allow. The youngest band does positional games and structured drilling — no live rolling. Older kids who have built fundamentals progress into matched positional sparring, and eventually full rolling, always size- and experience-matched and coach-supervised.
Many parents say yes — not because their child becomes more aggressive, but because BJJ builds quiet confidence, body composure, and the knowledge that they can handle a physical situation if it ever comes. Kids who train BJJ are usually less likely to get into fights, not more.
The Kids Jiu Jitsu Only tier covers all Kids BJJ classes. The Kids All-Inclusive tier adds Kids Striking. We also offer a family cap for households with multiple kids. See the pricing page for current rates or book a consultation.
Yes if they want to. Local youth BJJ tournaments run regularly in Colorado, and coaches can help your child prepare and pick events that match their level. Competition is fully optional — many kids train for years and never enter a tournament.
Wait until after the first visit to buy a Gi. Sizes vary by brand and kids grow fast; staff can advise. Members receive substantial gear discounts through the gym.
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Areas We Serve
Warrior Fitness Center is on Drennan Rd in Colorado Springs, making it a practical training option for nearby military members, adults, and families comparing local gyms.
Veteran-owned BJJ, striking, MMA, and kids programs close to post.
A practical drive for adults, beginners, and families south of Colorado Springs.
Structured adult and youth training without crossing the whole city.
Gi and No-Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for military members and nearby adults.
Technical striking, pad work, and beginner-friendly coaching near post.
Youth BJJ and striking paths for military families.
A stronger grappling room for Fountain students and beginners.
Structured kids classes for confidence, discipline, and consistency.
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