Kid Jitsu at TNT MMA, Deer Valley
Kids
Jiu-Jitsu
in Phoenix
No-Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, MMA and awareness training for ages 5 to 12. Taught by a 6th Degree black belt, so your child learns the whole picture of protecting themselves.
5-12
Ages
3
Nights A Week
Free
First Class
20+
Years In Deer Valley
Why No-Gi is the right choice for kids
Nobody attacks your child while wearing a uniform. That is the whole argument, and it is why TNT teaches No-Gi only.
Traditional Gi Jiu-Jitsu teaches grips on thick cotton lapels and sleeves. Those grips do not exist on a school playground. A child who has only trained in a Gi has spent years building a game around clothing that will not be there.
No-Gi works off the body itself, so what your child learns transfers straight to a t-shirt, a winter coat, or nothing at all. It is faster, more athletic, and much closer to how a real scuffle actually looks.
We teach all three parts, not just grappling
Most kids programs teach one thing. A child who can only grapple is still stuck if it never reaches the ground, or if the whole thing could have been avoided entirely.
- No-Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu — escapes, control and submissions for when someone has already grabbed them
- MMA — striking basics, distance and footwork, so they are not helpless before it gets close
- Awareness training — reading a situation early, leaving before it starts, and who to tell afterwards
Awareness is the part most gyms skip, and it is what keeps a child out of trouble in the first place. The best outcome is always the fight that never happened.
Class times
Youth classes run three nights a week, split by belt level so your child trains with kids at their own stage.
| Day | Time | Class |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 4:00 | Youth MMA — Beginners |
| Monday | 4:45 | Youth MMA — More advanced |
| Tuesday | 4:00 | Youth BJJ — Beginners |
| Tuesday | 4:45 | Youth BJJ — More advanced |
| Thursday | 4:00 | Youth BJJ — Beginners |
| Thursday | 4:45 | Youth BJJ — More advanced |
Each class runs 45 minutes. See the full class list →
Bullying, handled properly
We teach children to control a situation rather than escalate it. A child who knows they can handle themselves has far less to prove, and that is what actually stops bullying.
We train for self-defense, not for scoring points. It is a family-friendly room, and parents often train in the adult class while their kid is on the mats.
Who is teaching
Professor Scott Tannenbaum is a 6th Degree black belt under Rigan Machado and the only 6th Degree No-Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt in Arizona. Forty years in martial arts, 26 years teaching, and instruction delivered to police, FBI and Special Forces in 26 countries. Read his background →
FAQ
What age can my child start?
Five. Below that, most children are not ready to train with a partner safely.
Is it safe?
Classes are supervised and split by belt level, so your child is not paired with someone far ahead of them. Falling safely is taught from day one.
What should they wear?
Shorts and a t-shirt for the first class. Nothing else needed.
Can I watch?
Yes. Come and watch a class before deciding anything.
What if my child is shy?
Most are on day one. Nobody is made to perform in front of the room.
Book a free class
Free for local residents. Please show valid ID on arrival and book at least 24 hours in advance.
Book your child's free class
Free first class for local residents. We will confirm a time that works.
Come and watch first
You are welcome to sit in on a class before committing to anything.
1515 W. Deer Valley Rd, Suite B-105, Phoenix, AZ 85027