Junior Jiu Jitsu Club

A jiu jitsu, movement, and character program for ages 3–5, brought to your center at no cost to you.

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Our philosophy

Three things every class builds

01

Movement

Children learn to crawl, then walk, then run, but their movement development shouldn't stop there. We encourage kids to use every movement available to them and build habits that keep them fluid and creative as they move through the world.

02

Character

Like movement, social skills fade when they aren't used. Jiu jitsu teaches kids to communicate and advocate for themselves. We give them a space away from screens to work together, so they can look someone in the eye, talk with peers and adults alike, and speak up for themselves and others.

03

Wellness

One good habit can grow into a healthy mind, body, and lifestyle. Having fun with a physical challenge leads to better sleep, better energy, and better choices. Our goal is to give kids the tools to take on any challenge they set their minds to.

Jiu jitsu for every kid. We believe all kids should get the benefits of training, not only the ones whose families can fit an after-school activity into their week. That's why we bring the program to you.

The program

Skills, stories, and games

Each week pairs a jiu jitsu skill with a character lesson, taught through demonstration, storytelling, and games. Classes also draw on yoga, natural gymnastics, and plyometrics to build:

Inside every 45-minute class

  1. 15 min
    Warm-upAnimal runs, rolling, and movement games
  2. 5 min
    Circle talkThe week's character lesson and technique, told as a story
  3. 10 min
    TechniquePractice the skill
  4. 10 min
    GamesJiu jitsu games that put the skill to work
  5. 5 min
    Line upReview the lesson and celebrate effort
Radhika coaching young students through a partner drill on the mats
Coaching partner drills, one step at a time
Kids playing a ball-toss coordination game with Radhika
Coordination games that keep every kid moving
Radhika leading a group of students during class
Leading class on the mats

How it works

Easy for your center

You provide a room and a time slot. We handle the rest.

No cost to your center

Families enroll and pay directly.

Enrollment handled

We provide flyers to send home, online sign-up, waivers, and billing.

We bring the mats

Setup and breakdown take just a few minutes.

Your schedule

Classes fit around nap, lunch, and pickup times.

Safety comes first

  • Certificate of liability insurance naming your center, provided before the first class
  • Background-checked instructor
  • Signed waivers for every enrolled child
  • Proper mats, and every technique taught slowly, step by step
  • No striking and no free sparring

Meet the instructor

Who will be teaching your kids

Radhika Pandya, founder and head instructor

Radhika Pandya

Founder & Head Instructor

Radhika is a jiu jitsu purple belt who has taught children's jiu jitsu for four years. Outside the mats, she has worked as a K–12 substitute teacher, a preschool teacher's aide, a childcare professional, and a middle school volleyball coach. She loves working with kids and helping them build habits that lead to a healthy, confident life.

  • Jiu jitsu purple belt
  • 4 years teaching kids
  • Preschool teacher's aide
  • K–12 substitute teacher
  • Youth volleyball coach

Reviews

What families say

"Our goals were met. Londyn was not into it when we went for the first class. Radhika got her out of her shell and is now going to start group classes next month."
Londyn, age 4
"Not only is Radhika highly knowledgeable, she's able to explain complex techniques and concepts in a way that is easy to understand."
Arie, age 9
"By teaching the new move from a foundation he had a lot of familiarity in, Maddox was able to quickly understand and then utilize the move. He was able to focus more on the details and mechanics as well."
Maddox, age 9
"These private lessons have been such a positive experience for my daughter. Radhika made her feel welcome and comfortable right away, which really helped her build her confidence. She learned solid fundamentals, started working on beginner submissions, and had a lot of fun while learning. It's clear that Radhika cares about her students and does an amazing job teaching in a way that's encouraging and engaging."
Leilana, age 13
Junior Jiu Jitsu Club lion mascot

Let's schedule a free demo class

I'd love to teach one free class at your center so your kids can try it and your staff can see how it runs. Reach out by email or phone to set up a time.

Email to book a demo
juniorjiujitsuclub@gmail.com (609) 382-3687