Kids Program
Kids Jiu Jitsu, Ages 7 to 14
Technique, confidence, and control
Ready for the Full Art
From age 7, kids are ready for the full art. Our Kids Jiu Jitsu class covers both gi and no gi, teaching position before submission, how to stay calm under pressure, and how a smaller, thoughtful kid can control a bigger one. It is a thinking kid's sport, a puzzle with a hundred solutions, and it rewards patience and effort over size and strength.
Earned, Never Given
Coaches drill fundamentals, pair kids carefully, and promote through honest progress. The room is friendly but the standards are clear. Kids leave tired, proud of something they figured out themselves, and steadier than when they walked in. Many keep training into their teenage years, which is when the lessons matter most.
Why Jiu Jitsu for This Age
Jiu Jitsu teaches kids that staying calm beats panicking and that being smaller does not mean being helpless. Those lessons stick because a kid lives them on the mat every week, in both gi and no gi. Belts and stripes are earned, never given.
From age 7, kids train the full art in both gi and no gi. At Allground Jiu Jitsu in Reno they learn position before submission, calm under pressure, and how a smaller kid can control a bigger one. Belts and stripes are earned through honest effort, never handed out.
Why Kids Jiu Jitsu (Ages 7-14) at ALLGROUND?
Kids Jiu Jitsu for ages 7 to 14 meets at Allground Jiu Jitsu in Reno. Watch a class with your kid before signing up.
What People Say
“We absolutely love this gym! My son and I both train at All Ground. The coaches are so welcoming and make us feel like family. The women's class that I attend every Wednesday and Friday is amazing! All Ground has a good group of friendly women that balance fun and hard work throughout the class. Coach Tina is really great at teaching step-by-step technique so that it is easy to learn. I highly recommend this gym!!”
Rebecca Ruby
Google Review“Brand new student here. Came over as a blue belt. I am so happy I came here. The coaches are fun, cool, kind, welcoming and do an amazing job explaining technique and being encouraging. This academy makes full use out of every minute of class and it is good, hard and rewarding work. Many different classes to choose from. I was intimidated to come to a new place and I was welcomed and felt comfortable immediately. I am so excited to get back into training and starting my journey with Allground and being part of this team. I would recommend them to everyone.”
Jessica Perez
Google Review“All ground jiu jitsu hosts a plethora of coaches undeniable in their experience, and all unique in their training style and tenacity. All ground has what you need no matter the lifestyle, from hobbyist to competitor, father to teen, you'll find your bjj needs will be met here. The best team I've trained with, I couldn't ask for more.”
Jaiven Childers
Google Review“AllGround has been incredible for my family and me since day one. The gym and everyone there create such a welcoming environment, and I've seen more progress here than at any other gym I've trained at. Laird and Elias are also extremely accommodating and understanding when life gets in the way and I have to step back for a while. They've always helped me get right back on track. I can't wait for my son to start training when he's old enough too!”
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Google Review“I genuinely cannot recommend this gym enough. The coaches know their stuff, everyone's been incredibly welcoming, and the environment is just fun. You get a great workout, learn a ton, and occasionally get pinned by someone half your size, which is a humbling experience everyone should have at least once. If you're thinking about trying jiu-jitsu, do it here. Worst case, you get folded into a lawn chair a few times. Best case, you find a great community and accidentally get addicted like the rest of us.”
Alecia Lauder
Google Review“I wish I could give 100000 stars!!! Everybody loves what they do, and they love to teach. I felt welcome from day one. I couldn't recommend this place more!!!!!!”
Isabella Lozano
Google Review“Been a new student for about 3/4 months now and let me say one thing the Owners and teachers do is welcome you with open arms. It's not a place where they just throw you in and they teach something and move on. they actually go step by step and show it again a few more times and when practicing that movement say you forget mid roll what comes next they help you on what to do, overall just a really great place filled with great people and the atmosphere is always positive. Highly recommend 10/10”
Ricky
Google Review“Took my 4 year old to All Ground for Jiu Jitsu and they do a great job keeping the kids engaged and learning. After a while watching her I decided to try a class for free and have done Jiu Jitsu and been kickboxing ever since. The instructors are thorough and patient, the environment is friendly and welcoming. When I joined I was told " welcome to the family " and rolled my eyes, after months of being there I realize it really is a family I am a part of and the only rolling I do now is forward rolls. All Ground is a gift to this community and I'm happy to be a member of the family. The way they conduct business with understanding and affordability inspires me to recommend All Ground to anyone who wants to get in shape and flexible, it's definitely a life changer!”
Josh Fanjeaud
Google Review“After being away from martial arts for 20 years, I knew I needed something new and positive in my life, and I'm so glad I found AllGround! As a woman in my 40s getting back into martial arts after such a long break, I wasn't sure what to expect, but everyone has been incredibly welcoming and supportive. The instructors do an amazing job of breaking down techniques and explaining them. The workouts are challenging and always fun, energetic, and engaging. It's also been amazing to have a strong female coach among their leadership team and such a supportive community of women. AllGround has created such a positive, encouraging, and welcoming environment, and I'm excited to continue learning, growing, and getting stronger with this amazing community!”
Becky Follmer
Google Review“This is such a welcoming place to train and everyone made me feel so confident and comfortable when trying a new hobby! I will always recommend and promote AllGround to anyone who is wanting to get into a new activity. This is my ABSOLUTE favorite place to be!! Amazing coaches, amazing friends, just an amazing new family. Thank you to Coach Tina and coach Sav for being an absolute power house and for being such a great example for my little girl! She loves coming to practice and is really engaged with all the exercises and drills they teach. Aaliyah says they are the best teachers in the whole world and she's grateful you train her!!”
Brisa Molina
Google Review“I just wanna give thanks to everyone at AllGround—Laird, Tina, and Elias—for your kindness and support to someone like me who's never done anything like this before. From the friendly greetings to the helpful guidance during workouts, you've created an environment that made me look forward to coming in every time. Your positivity and dedication do not go unnoticed, and I'm truly grateful to have been a part of this community.”
Cindy Rosal
Google Review“This is truly an outstanding place to train! The coaches Elias, Laird and Tina are top notch. You are not going to find a better coaching crew in town. Also, they have instituted a culture that has attracted first class athletes that are also first class people. This makes the training even more enjoyable. Lastly, I highly recommend the competition class. It will change your life - for the better!”
Marc Cardinal
Google Review“I can't say enough great things about All Ground Jiu Jitsu! From the moment I walked in, I felt welcomed by the instructors Elias, Laird, Tina, and the students. The environment is friendly, supportive, and focused on growth, making it a perfect place for beginners, experienced, and professional practitioners. The instructors are incredibly knowledgeable and take the time to break down techniques in a way that's easy to understand. They emphasize both the fundamentals and advanced techniques, ensuring that students of all levels continue to develop their skills. The classes are structured well, with a good balance of drilling, live rolling, and positional sparring, which has really helped improve my game. I've also really taken advantage of all the Private lessons they offer... Rare opportunity to get one on one training with a Combat Jiu Jitsu world champion and a Undefeated MMA Pro. Everyone is here to learn and grow together, and there's a strong sense of community. Whether you're training for self-defense, competition, or just to stay in shape, this academy provides the perfect environment to do so.”
JD Mann
Google Review