Judo and BJJ for kids

Judo & BJJ for kids at Nakama

At Nakama Gym, children and teenagers get to know two fantastic martial arts in a playful and safe way: judo and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ). Our youth classes are all about fun, respect and self-confidence. Kids learn to fall without fear, to work together with their classmates and to master new techniques step by step.

Our experienced trainers create a positive atmosphere in which every child develops at their own pace. Whether your child is a bundle of energy or a little shy: on the mat everyone is welcome and everyone belongs.

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On the mat your child learns to persevere, show respect and move with joy.
Judo and BJJ for kids Nakama Gym Harderwijk, Ermelo, Nunspeet, Zeewolde, Biddinghuizen

What will your child learn with us?

  • Self-confidence and resilience
  • Respect and discipline
  • How to fall and move safely
  • Teamwork and making new friends
  • Better motor skills, strength and coordination
  • Perseverance and concentration

What is judo?

Judo is a Japanese martial art for young and old, for boys and girls alike. It was developed by Jigoro Kano (1860–1938) from the traditional Japanese martial art Jiu Jitsu. For Kano, judo was far more than a sport; he saw it above all as a way to raise children. As he once said: “You can only learn judo by doing it!” In judo, children learn to respect one another, to cooperate and to throw and fall safely. The rule is simple: judo is nice without pain.

What is BJJ?

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) is the ground-based martial art where technique always beats strength. On the ground, children learn how to cleverly defend and free themselves, without anyone getting hurt. BJJ is a great addition to judo: where judo focuses on throws and stand-up grappling, BJJ teaches what you can do on the ground. Together they give your child a complete foundation in self-defence — and a healthy dose of self-confidence.

Fun, respect and self-confidence - something they carry for life.
Judo and BJJ for kids Nakama Gym Harderwijk, Ermelo, Nunspeet, Zeewolde, Biddinghuizen

Every class starts with a cheerful warm-up: running, games and exercises in which rolling, falling and balance are practised in a playful way. After that, children learn new techniques under the guidance of a professional trainer — throws and grips in judo, control and escapes in BJJ. We finish with fun rounds and games, so every child goes home with a big smile.

The youth classes are for children and teenagers who want to get to know judo and BJJ. No prior experience is needed, and you don’t need your own uniform to begin with. Curious? Come along for two free trial classes and discover for yourself how much fun martial arts at Nakama can be. You are most welcome!

Judo and BJJ: for every child, at their own pace.

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What others are saying...

  • I found it difficult in the beginning, because you learn a lot from the first training. And it is very educational, you learn to work together and much more.

    - Nadim Khajjouti

  • Fighting; sometimes against an opponent, often with yourself, but never alone. That's Nakama!

    - Mirthe

  • Nakama is the place to clear my mind!

    - Marinda

  • Always good to train at Nakama, good training, nice group with respect for each other and a fanatical sensei. OSU

    - Bart Smalbrugge

  • Nakama makes sure that I go home with a good feeling after training.

    - Wesley

  • Nice training in a fun group.

    - MIke

  • Top atmosphere with good guidance where Respect is of paramount importance.

    - Remco

  • This is one of the few gyms where everyone is treated with such respect and pleasure.

    - Wesley & Hero

  • To go all in every training, with respect for each other!

    - Bram

  • Nakama helped me a lot with losing weight, it's a nice group with a lot of respect.

    - Jonathan

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