Gracie Jiu-Jitsu North Phoenix

Just another Tuesday at Gracie Jiu-Jitsu North Phoenix with over 60 kids on the mat. Happy kids learning and enjoying the art of Jiu-Jitsu while playing the game of BJJ.

Tonight was a stand-up self-defense focused class for our Little Champs (5–8) and Jr. Grapplers (9–12). We started with a short body activation warm-up while integrating breakfalls and other mechanics that would show up later in class. During stretching, we had a quick conversation about respecting other people’s belongings and treating others with respect.

Our technical focus started with sucker punch/slap defense, which transitioned into acquiring the clinch and controlling the bully from the clinch position. We then stress tested that with a short clinch challenge to add some heat and realism to the technique.

From there, we looked at what the challenge exposed — mainly posture and base issues from the bully — and how to capitalize on that by turning it into a takedown opportunity. We briefly reviewed the repeated theme/concept in all our classes of “get on top and stay on top” and finished with side-by-side positional sparring rounds focused on top control, using mount for round one and knee-on-belly for round two. We play these as our “positions of submission” putting a heavy focus on control versus reckless attacking.

To cap the class off, we played a short round of dodgeball.

45 minutes of movement, learning, positional challenges, and fun. Our goal isn’t to create tough fighters or world champions, but to help give kids tools, confidence, and problem-solving skills that better equip them for the inevitable challenges of life.

Big announcement Gracie Jiu-Jitsu North Phoenix family!

To celebrate the ONE YEAR anniversary of our new academy location, we are honored to host a true legend of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu…

Coral Belt Legend….Megaton Dias!

Megaton is one of the most respected figures in the history of Jiu-Jitsu, a 19-time World Master Champion, ADCC veteran, and coach to current UFC Strawweight World Champion Mackenzie Dern.

This special seminar will take place Friday, June 12th from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at Gracie Jiu-Jitsu North Phoenix and is open to all academies and affiliations.

If you’ve never had the opportunity to learn from someone with a lifetime of experience, competition, and knowledge in Jiu-Jitsu, this is one you do NOT want to miss.

Pricing:
• $85 if paid before June 10th
• $100 after June 10th

We truly appreciate all the support our academy has received over the last year in our new location, and we can’t wait to celebrate this milestone with all of you on the mats.

Message us directly to reserve your spot!

There’s nothing better than hearing a child say, “I LOVE IT!” after their first class or week on the mats. ❤️

At Gracie Jiu-Jitsu North Phoenix, we’re proud to create an environment where kids feel welcomed, encouraged, challenged, and excited to come back. From confidence-building classes to game nights and friendships, it’s about so much more than just learning techniques.

Messages like these mean the world to us and remind us why we do what we do every day.

If you’ve been thinking about getting your child started in Jiu-Jitsu, send us a DM and come experience it for yourself. 🥋



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Our schedule is diverse and calculated to offer a program and time for everyone.

We’re excited to introduce Mat Munchkins 👶🥋

A fun, structured parent + child Jiu-Jitsu class for ages 3–4, designed to build confidence, coordination, and connection—while having a blast on the mats.

This is more than just a class… it’s your child’s first step into Jiu-Jitsu, with you right there beside them.

✅ Learn together
✅ Build confidence early
✅ Fun, game-based learning

Spots will be limited as we launch this program.

👉 Interested? Send us a DM or email us at [email protected] to get on the list.