Young student training Jiu-Jitsu on the mat at Renzo Gracie West Boca Raton
Ages 10–12

Juniors

Jiu-Jitsu for ages 10–12: stronger technique, stronger character

Our Juniors class in Boca Raton is Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for ages 10 to 12, the bridge between kids classes and teens. Students sharpen technique, learn to roll with control and build resilience and teamwork, in a structured class with clear expectations and plenty of encouragement.

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Pre-teens are ready for more detail. In Juniors we break techniques into clear steps, introduce positional sparring and teach students how to learn from mistakes without losing confidence.

It is also an age when friendships and habits form. We pay attention to how students treat each other, and we use the mat to practice respect, honesty and self-control.

Kids and adults training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu on the mats at Renzo Gracie West Boca

What Juniors students build

  • Solid fundamentals

    Clear, progressive curriculum from guard to submissions.

  • Teamwork

    Learning to help a partner improve, not just to win.

  • Self-defense skills

    Practical escapes and awareness suited to their age.

  • Resilience

    Facing challenges on the mat helps students handle them off it.

What a Juniors class looks like

More technique, more responsibility.

  • Dynamic warm-up and movement drills
  • Technique broken down in clear steps
  • Controlled positional sparring
  • Feedback and a value to take home
Two children in kimonos talking in front of the academy logo wall

Growing up on the mat

Pre-teens train with a clear code: tap early, never use force to hurt and respect partners of every size. Instructors choose partners carefully and step in when play gets too rough. Feel free to ask about how we handle conflict between students.

How to start

  1. Book a free trial

    Tell us your child's age and any martial arts or sports experience. Ten- to twelve-year-olds train together in Juniors.

  2. Come to class

    Your child will learn one technique and try it with a partner. Beginners are paired with patient training partners.

  3. Choose your next step

    Ask the instructor whether Juniors or the teens class is the better next step as your child grows.

Inside our classes

Two juniors in blue gis fighting for grips
Junior student passing the guard of a training partner
Instructor handing a smiling girl her belt promotion certificate
Belt promotion ceremony at Renzo Gracie West Boca Raton
Belt promotion ceremony at Renzo Gracie West Boca Raton
Two children in kimonos talking in front of the academy logo wall
Belt promotion ceremony at Renzo Gracie West Boca Raton
Belt promotion ceremony at Renzo Gracie West Boca Raton

Frequently asked questions

Is my 10-year-old ready for Juniors?
Most 10-year-olds are. If your child has trained in Little Champions, our instructors will tell you when to move up. New students are welcome and we will find the right fit in a free trial.
Do beginners train with experienced kids?
Yes, and that helps everyone. Instructors pair students thoughtfully by size, experience and maturity.
Is sparring required?
Live rolling is introduced gradually and always controlled. No student is forced to roll before they feel ready.
Can Juniors join the competition team?
Yes, if they are interested and the instructors feel they are ready. Competing is always optional.

Try a class, free

Come see the academy, meet the instructors and find the right class. No pressure and no experience needed.

Class schedule

Day Time Class Instructor Ages
Monday All Kids · up to 10 years Free trial Guilherme Tavares Lyra Ages 3–10
Tuesday All Kids · up to 10 years Free trial Guilherme Tavares Lyra Ages 3–10
Wednesday All Kids · up to 10 years Free trial Guilherme Tavares Lyra Ages 3–10
Thursday All Kids · up to 10 years Free trial Guilherme Tavares Lyra Ages 3–10
Friday All Kids · up to 10 years Free trial Guilherme Tavares Lyra Ages 3–10

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Plans and pricing

A. Kids & Adults Unlimited

Unlimited classes, kids and adults.

B. Kids & Adults 3x per week

Up to 3 classes per week, kids and adults.

C. Kids & Adults 2x per week

Up to 2 classes per week, kids and adults.

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