Soca BJJ Kids Programs

Soca BJJ Kids Programs includes Mini Grapplers for ages 3–5, Little Grapplers 1 for ages 4–6, Little Grapplers 2 for ages 6–10, Junior Grapplers for ages 10–14, Kids No Gi Grappling for kids with a BJJ foundation, and Kids Striking for ages 6–12. Mini Grapplers is the first introduction to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and includes playful, fully supervised classes. Little Grapplers 1 introduces more structured technique, basic positions, fundamental movements, and the habits of a good training partner. Junior Grapplers focuses on connecting techniques into strategy, drilling with intensity, and competing when students choose to.

Programs

• Mini Grapplers — Ages 3–5 · The first introduction to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Classes are playful, fully supervised, and designed to build body awareness, coordination, and the ability to follow instruction.
• Little Grapplers 1 — Ages 4–6 · Introduces more structured technique at each child’s individual pace. Children begin to develop real BJJ patterns, basic positions, fundamental movements, and the habits of a good training partner.
• Little Grapplers 2 — Ages 6–10
• Junior Grapplers — Ages 10–14 · The most advanced level of the kids program. Students develop a personal game, learn to connect techniques into strategy, drill with intensity, and compete when they choose to.
• Kids No Gi Grappling — Available to kids with a BJJ foundation · Submission grappling without the gi for younger students who are ready to expand their training.
• Kids Striking — Kids · Ages 6–12

At a glance

• Ages: 3–14 years old
• Facility hours: Mon–Fri: 6am – 9pm; Sat: 9am – 1pm

About the provider

The program is grounded in Master Soca’s curriculum and is described as age-appropriate and carefully supervised. The site says the first class is free and that no experience is required. Soca BJJ says it has offered world-class Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instruction since 1987, with more than 40 years in martial arts and nearly four decades of competition at the top of the sport. The stated mission is to bring authentic Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, taught at a world-class level, to students of all ages and backgrounds.

Kids classes are described as age-appropriate, carefully supervised, and grounded in Master Soca’s curriculum. The site states the first class is free and that no experience is required.

What families say

“From beginners to expert, this academy has the diversity of levels that can challenge everyone. The one comment repeated is: everyone respects each other’s level and no one is looking to hurt anyone.” — W.M.

“Master Soca and the entire team of instructors are great at teaching and rolling with. Whether you want to get in great shape or learn how to defend yourself, Soca BJJ is the place to be.” — J.D.

“There is no comparison. Don’t make a mistake and go anywhere else — whether your kids want to learn or you yourself want to learn. Top notch.” — L.D.

Last updated October 26, 2026.