Long Island MMA · Ages 3–6
Toddler BJJ Classes on Long Island
LIMMA's Little Kids Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program introduces children ages 3–6 to grappling through movement, games, and positive interaction with coaches and teammates.
Each class lasts 30 minutes, with five or six trainers helping children practice, follow directions, and work with others. The goal is to make learning engaging while building a foundation for continued Jiu-Jitsu training.
Learning through play
What Happens in a 30-Minute Class?
The program is designed around the way young children learn through movement, games, challenges, and interaction. Coaches give each activity a purpose while keeping the session encouraging and engaging.
A Fun Warm-Up
Class begins with movement that gets children involved and ready to participate with the group.
Two or Three Games
Purposeful games introduce fundamental grappling skills, including wrestling, takedowns, passing, pinning, escapes, and submissions.
Supervised Live Practice
Class finishes with coached live training, giving children opportunities to apply skills and solve problems with a partner.
Skills beyond the technique
Listening, Teamwork, and Problem-Solving
Learning Jiu-Jitsu also means learning how to participate in a class. Coaches help children practice listening, following directions, managing emotions, showing kindness, and becoming positive teammates.
Games and partner challenges give children opportunities to work through a problem, try again, and respond to coaching. The program's goals include confidence, coordination, discipline, and an enjoyment of training.
Every child brings a different personality and level of readiness. Tell the team about your child's experience and ask how coaches can help them settle into class.
Plan your first visit
What Parents Need to Know
Ages and Class Length
The Little Kids BJJ class is for ages 3–6 and lasts 30 minutes. Five or six trainers work with the class.
Bring a Gi and Water
Your child needs to bring their gi. Water is recommended. Ask the team about preparing for the first session if you have equipment questions.
Parent Attendance and Pickup
Parents are encouraged to stay, but attendance is not required. If you leave, you must return five minutes before class ends for pickup.
Before Class Starts
Have your child use the bathroom beforehand if possible. Bathrooms are shared by students across age groups.
Contact the team to confirm the toddler class location, days, and times before your first visit. The website's class schedule is also available for planning your family's training.
Part of the LIMMA community
A Starting Point for Young Grapplers
Toddler BJJ gives younger children their own introduction to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. The class combines a short session, multiple trainers, and game-based instruction with opportunities for supervised partner practice.
As your child develops, talk with the coaching team about continued training and suitable class placement. Explore the kids Jiu-Jitsu program to learn about the broader pathway. Placement should be discussed with coaches rather than assumed from age alone.
For families considering other disciplines, you can compare LIMMA's martial arts classes.
Toddler BJJ Questions
Does my child need previous experience?
The program introduces fundamental skills through games and movement. Tell the team if this will be your child's first group activity or martial arts class so they can help you prepare.
Is the class all games, or do children practice Jiu-Jitsu?
The games are designed to teach grappling skills. Children also finish with supervised live training so they can practice applying those skills with a partner.
Do parents have to stay?
Staying is recommended, but not required. If you leave, you must be back five minutes before the 30-minute class ends for pickup.
What should we bring?
Bring your child's gi. Water is recommended, and a bathroom visit before class is helpful because the facilities are shared across age groups.
Where and when is the toddler class?
Use the LIMMA inquiry form to ask about Toddler BJJ and confirm its current location, days, and times. Mention your child's age when contacting the team.
Help your child get started
Ask About Little Kids Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Tell us your child's age and that you are interested in the 3–6 program. Our team can explain the next steps, confirm class availability, and answer your questions before you visit.
Use the contact form to inquire. Ask the team which introductory and membership options apply to Toddler BJJ.