Welcome to Urban Jungle!
Welcome to Urban Jungle!
The Youth Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes at Urban Jungle Self Defense are designed to teach children and teens the fundamentals of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in a safe and supportive environment. The classes focus on developing physical fitness, self-defense skills, and mental discipline, while also emphasizing the values of respect, teamwork, and perseverance. Students will learn techniques such as takedowns, submissions, and escapes, as well as strategies for controlling an opponent and using leverage to gain an advantage. Whether your child is looking to compete in tournaments or simply wants to learn a new skill and build confidence, the Youth Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes at Urban Jungle Self Defense provide a fun and challenging way to achieve their goals.
Urban Jungle’s tiny tot program in Houston Heights provides students with the guidance to attain self-confidence which leads them down the road to independence. At this young age, little ones are learning to differentiate between things that are safe and familiar and the things that are unknown and intimidating. Since all children develop and mature at different rates, we offer a free introductory class to see if your child is ready for our program.
Our program consists of teaching the life skills of following basic rules, defining boundaries, and following directions. These life skills eventually lead to self control and self confidence. Specific techniques are taught to encourage the development of fine motor skills and overall self esteem.
This is accomplished through games, drills and exercises that relate to techniques while keeping things flowing and fun for the children.
We encourage parents to watch their children from a designated waiting area during class. This area is necessary to keep children from running to the parent allowing the student to stay focused in the class. The instructor needs complete concentration from the student to ensure that the student stays on task throughout the class.
Urban Jungle’s kids program is a continuation of the Tiny Tots program without the games as fine motor skills have been developed. By this stage they are ready for more technique and training. Although they still have fun, the training is more focused and refined. Always working on self-control, self-defense and ultimately self-confidence.
The kids are challenged daily to work outside of their comfort zone learning to become more self-sufficient and ultimately gaining confident problem solving skills.
Urban Jungle’s instructors closely monitor progress and thoroughly walk with students every step of the way. You can expect your child to take away from this curriculum:
No experience is necessary. Everyday gear includes: Urban Jungle t-shirt, full gi (uniform). Long hair must be restrained. No jewelry or hair clips. All nails must be clipped and kempt, hands and feet. Classes are done with bare feet.
