A child smiling during a kids jiu-jitsu class at Mat Shark

Children · Forrestdale

Confidence first, technique with it.

Three kids programs, split by age and size. Structured, supervised and genuinely fun — and parents are welcome to sit and watch every single class.

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Little Sharks at Mat Shark
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Ages 4–6

Little Sharks

Short, playful classes built around games that quietly teach balance, listening and safe grappling. Coaches keep the energy high and the instructions simple, so shy kids get eased in rather than thrown in.

Kids Jiu-Jitsu at Mat Shark
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Ages 7–10

Kids Jiu-Jitsu

Real technique in age and size-matched groups. Kids learn to stay calm under pressure, look after their partner and defend themselves — discipline and confidence come along with the skills.

Youth Jiu-Jitsu at Mat Shark
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Ages 11–16

Youth Jiu-Jitsu

A structured bridge into more mature grappling. Older kids and teens train real Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with age-appropriate intensity, learning technique, composure and how to push themselves without losing control.