Little Novices* This fun filled kid's class for boys and girls focuses on movements, tumbling and the basic positions of grappling and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Your child will gain balance, strength, dexterity, coordination and self confidence in a safe environment while under the watchful eyes of our instructors. The perfection of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a life long endeavor. Your child now has the opportunity to begin training at the only school in Athens with two Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt instructors. 4 years old - Kindergarten

Jr. Amateurs* Building on all the great skills developed in the Little Novices class, this youth program focuses on wrestling as well as grappling and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Still maintaining a fun filled and safe atmosphere, instructors will teach more about the moves and techniques involved in BJJ. In addition, students will learn basic wrestling takedowns for getting the action to the ground. PRIOR ENROLLMENT IN LITTLE NOVICES NOT REQUIRED. 1st Grade - 5th Grade

Jr. Pros* Is your child in love with MMA and the UFC? As a parent, are you looking to involve your child in something more than the same old boring traditional martial arts programs? It is our belief that Karate and Tae Kwon Do will get your kids, youths and teens killed or at the very least hurt badly. All those programs do is provide children and parents a false sense of security while shoving Far East Mysticism down their throats. Stop believing in worthless martial arts and self defense taught by out of shape instructors who couldn't fight their way out of a paper bag and see how Athens' only Mixed Martial Arts program for children and teens is fast becoming the most popular program around. MMA is one of the fastest growing sports in the World today. You can give your child the exciting opportunity to train under the guidance of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belts and professional fighters. This program will focus on learning all three ranges of fighting. Your child will learn how to punch, kick, knee, wrestle and do Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. We will begin teaching the basics of submissions in this age group. Under the safe and watchful eyes of our coaches students will become comfortable with light contact or "sparring". All sparring is done with proper safety equipment and a fun attitude. Any fear for your child's safety will be quickly extinguished. Come see how MMA builds confidence, self esteem, respect for others and discipline while teaching your child valuable self defense. You have an alternative to out dated training philosophies and methods and need not fear change. We have taken everything from our award winning Adult program and made it safe, fun and accessible for your child. Come see why The HardCore Gym was voted the #1 MMA gym in Georgia last year. 6th Grade - 9th Grade

* Placement within each of these groups may also depend upon weight, size and maturity level. Those on the edge of a group may be placed higher or lower depending upon what is best for the student.
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