Enso MMA Kids Classes

Enso MMA Kids Classes offers kids grappling and kids striking. The classes are offered for two age groups: 5-8 years and 9+ years, with weekday sessions and separate 30-minute and 45-minute class lengths.

Programs

• Kids Classes — 5-8 years; 9+ years · Weekdays; 30-minute sessions for ages 5-8 and 45-minute sessions for ages 9+ · Specialized classes in grappling and striking. Multiple teachers in each class. Focus on building confidence, fostering discipline, promoting hard work, and cultivating friendships.
• Kids Grappling (5-8yrs) — 5-8 years · Mon, Wed & Fri, 4:00-4:30 pm
• Kids Striking (5-8yrs) — 5-8 years · Tue, Thu, 4:00-4:30 pm
• Kids Grappling (9+ yrs) — 9+ years · Mon, Wed & Fri, 4:30-5:15 pm
• Kids Striking (9+ yrs) — 9+ years · Tue, Thu, 4:30-5:15 pm

At a glance

• Ages: 5–18 years old
• General schedule: Kids classes are offered as specialized grappling and striking classes for two age groups: 5-8 years and 9+ years.

About the provider

Enso MMA was established in 2023. Jacob is the owner and head instructor. His background includes wrestling from age 10, a CIF title and All CIF wrestling recognition at Bishop Diego, training and teaching in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, boxing and Muay Thai from 2014, and competing in MMA with a winning record in amateur and professional divisions. In 2017, Jacob returned to Santa Barbara and has taught martial arts locally for the last seven years.

Kids classes are described as engaging, age-appropriate sessions with multiple teachers in each class and individualized attention. The FAQ says to bring a friend.

What families say

“Jacob and his team of skilled instructors offer top-notch, system based instruction for any level. As a woman, Martial Arts gyms can sometimes feel challenging to integrate into. The community at Enso creates a friendly, supportive environment that is welcoming to anyone wanting to begin or continue their Brazilian jiu jitsu, boxing, or MMA training.” — Laurel Goodman

Last updated October 7, 2026.