Long Island MMA · Kids Programs
Kids Martial Arts Classes on Long Island
Find a starting point for your child at Long Island MMA. Our kids programs include Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and striking, with age-based classes in West Babylon and Little Savages classes in Long Island City.
Young students learn through movement, technique, games, and coached partner practice. Tell the team your child's age, experience, and interests so we can help you choose a class.
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Explore the Kids Programs
Class names and availability differ by location. Use these program pages to explore the instruction, then check the location details below.
Toddler BJJ · Ages 3–6
West Babylon's Little Kids Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu class uses a warm-up, two or three teaching games, and supervised live practice in a 30-minute session. Five or six trainers work with the class.
Explore Toddler BJJKids Jiu-Jitsu
Develop grappling fundamentals, positioning, and control through instruction and partner practice. LIMMA's children's belt system recognizes technique, attendance, behavior, effort, and coach evaluation.
Explore Kids Jiu-JitsuKids Boxing
Explore punching, stance, footwork, and defense. West Babylon lists combined Kids Striking sessions; ask the team how boxing instruction fits your child's selected class.
Explore Kids BoxingKids Muay Thai and Kickboxing
Explore striking that combines punches and kicks. West Babylon lists Kids Striking, while LIC lists Little Savages Kickboxing. Ask the team about the curriculum at your chosen location.
Explore Kids Muay ThaiHow children learn at LIMMA
Instruction, Games, and Guided Practice
LIMMA coaches combine clear technical explanations with task-based games. A game gives students a specific goal, such as maintaining or escaping a position, so they can practice making decisions with a partner.
Coaches also emphasize listening, teamwork, effort, and accountability. The toddler program gives younger children opportunities to practice following directions, managing emotions, and showing kindness.
Competition is optional. Families can discuss that path with coaches when it interests their child. Meet the LIMMA coaching team.
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West Babylon and Long Island City
West Babylon
669 Sunrise Highway, West Babylon, NY 11704
Toddler BJJ serves ages 3–6, and the kids schedule lists classes for ages 7–13.
- Toddler BJJ: Monday and Wednesday, 4:15 p.m.
- Kids BJJ: Monday and Wednesday, 5 p.m.; Thursday, 6 p.m.
- Kids Striking: Tuesday and Thursday, 5 p.m.
- Kids No-Gi BJJ: Friday, 5 p.m.
- Kids Wrestling: Saturday, 10 a.m.
- Kids MMA: Sunday, 10 a.m.
Long Island City · Little Savages
24-09 41st Avenue, Long Island City, NY 11101
Little Savages is LIC's kids program. Contact the team to confirm the age group and class appropriate for your child.
- Little Savages Kickboxing: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 5:15 p.m.
- Little Savages BJJ: Tuesday, 5:15 p.m.; Saturday, 11:15 a.m.
- Little Savages No-Gi BJJ: Thursday, 5:15 p.m.
Check the current class schedule and confirm your first visit with the team. Explore our gym locations for more information.
Before Your Child's First Class
Tell the team your child's age and any prior training. Ask which class fits their development, what equipment to bring, and how to prepare for partner practice.
Youth striking emphasizes stance, movement, defense, and control, without hard contact. Grappling includes physical contact and coached partner practice; ask your instructor how drills and live training are managed for the group.
For Toddler BJJ, bring a gi; water is recommended. Parents are encouraged to stay. If you leave, return five minutes before the 30-minute session ends for pickup. A bathroom visit before class is helpful.
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Help Your Child Get Started at LIMMA
Tell us your child's age, preferred location, and interests. Our team can explain the program options, confirm availability, and help you plan a first visit.
Ask which introductory and membership options apply to your child's program.