Character development, bully proofing, self esteem, confidence and focus. Just some of what your child builds on the mats.
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a brilliant fit for kids because it works with what they already enjoy. Movement, play, tumbling and learning by doing. Our classes are structured, fun and challenging, helping children grow in a way that feels exciting rather than like hard work.
Yes, it builds strength, balance and coordination. But the real change happens on the inside. Kids learn respect, discipline, resilience and how to stay calm under pressure. They learn to handle tricky situations, work well with others, and keep going when something feels hard.
If you are comparing kids martial arts options in Cape Town, Jiu Jitsu stands out because it is skill based, supportive and focused on control, while still being genuinely good fun.
Children train with others at a similar age and stage, so the pace, the language and the level of contact all suit them.
At this age learning works best through play, so we use fun, exciting activities to build coordination and listening skills.
Highly structured sessions with specific objectives throughout, introducing the basics of Jiu Jitsu in a calm and supportive way.
Foundational Jiu Jitsu techniques taught in a safe and supportive environment.
Sessions are designed to help students independently connect the different elements of Jiu Jitsu in live sparring, building confidence and problem solving as they go.
A very structured format, with greater emphasis given to sparring.
The hands on element of grappling helps this age group thrive, especially as they start applying their Jiu Jitsu in live situations at an age appropriate level.
There is no striking in Jiu Jitsu. No punching, no kicking. It is grappling and control, which is exactly why it suits children far better than most parents expect going in.
Classes are split by age and stage, coaches supervise every pairing, and tapping is taught from the first session as the fail safe that lets kids train properly without getting hurt.
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My son has been doing Jiu Jitsu at Maximillian well over a year now and he is in love with it. The team is phenomenal, very passionate and engaging. There is a great balance of fun, technique, discipline and actual sparring. I have literally seen students go from strength to strength.
Rhys W.Maximillian has become part of our lifestyle, welcoming our family into theirs. They are focused on giving my daughter the skills, both physical and mental, required in today's world, and they align their teaching to a narrative children understand. Classes are fun, energetic and nurturing.
Dale H.My two kids started with Maximillian at the beginning of 2024, aged 7 and 10. They are always looking forward to their lessons, speak so highly of their instructors and are learning something new every week. It is safe and a great place for kids to train.
Milisa J.My son has been attending for quite some time now and has learnt so much. The coaches are skilled and the environment is supportive and encouraging. A really great technical learning experience that is also loads of fun.
Logie V.No pressure, just a good experience. Come meet the coaches, get a feel for the vibe and see if it is the right fit for your child.
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