Costa Mesa Jiu Jitsu – Kids Programs

Costa Mesa Jiu Jitsu Kids Programs includes Kids Jiu Jitsu, Kids Self Defense, Homeschool Jiu Jitsu, and private classes for children. Kids Jiu Jitsu uses expert techniques and supportive coaching, and the Kids Self Defense class teaches self-defense skills through fun and engaging techniques in a safe, supportive environment. Kids Jiu Jitsu emphasizes bully-proof techniques using escapes and control without kicks, punches, or strength.

Programs

• Kids Jiu Jitsu — Kids · Boosts confidence with expert techniques and supportive coaching.
• Kids Self Defense — Kids · Teaches self-defense skills through fun and engaging techniques in a safe, supportive environment.
• Homeschool Jiu Jitsu — Homeschool and charter school families · Approved educational funds may be used toward Jiu Jitsu training.
• Private classes for children — Children · Private classes available for children with personalized attention.
• Private classes for adults — Adults · Private classes available for adults with personalized attention.

At a glance

• Ages: 5–18 years old
• Facility hours: Mon-Fri 06:00 am – 08:00 pm; Sat 11:00 am – 01:00 pm; Sun 06:00 am – 07:00 am

About the provider

Costa Mesa Jiu Jitsu’s coaching team includes Coach Anthony Misitano and Coach Darby Faulkner. Anthony’s journey with Jiu-Jitsu began in 2015, and he received his Black Belt in 2025. Darby Faulkner has over 20 years of martial arts experience and is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt. The program states that students can participate in local and national tournaments, and that homeschool and charter school families can use approved educational funds toward Jiu Jitsu training.

No Experience? No Problem. Beginners are welcome. Private classes available. Kids Jiu Jitsu emphasizes bully-proof techniques using escapes and control without kicks, punches, or strength.

What families say

“Highly recommend Costa Mesa Jiu Jitsu. I started the adult beginners jiu jitsu/self defense class six weeks ago with no martial arts experience and apprehension about whether I’d be able to keep up. Happy to say that I’ve learned so much already and I enjoy every class.” — Andrea Dennis

Last updated October 8, 2026.