Kids Program

The Discipline You Wish They'd Learn at School. The Confidence You Can't Give Them Yourself.

Award-winning martial arts for kids ages 5-13. Real skills, real confidence, real discipline. Not just kicks and punches.

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Does This Sound Like Your Kid?

You've Tried Everything. Nothing Stuck.

Screen time the second they get home. Homework battles every night. They quit soccer after two weeks. They quit piano after one month. They talk back, can't focus, and you're running out of ideas.

Every month that goes by without structure, the habits get harder to break. The confidence gap widens. The attitude gets worse. And you know it.

Jungle Gym's kids program was built for exactly this kid. Not the natural athlete. Not the kid who's already disciplined. The kid who needs it most. That's who we specialize in. And parents see the change at the dinner table within weeks.

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"My son is a different kid. More confident, more focused, more disciplined."

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Liz B.
Parent
What We Teach

What Your Child Actually Learns Here

Your kids don't just learn to fight here. They learn to lead. They learn to focus, to set goals, to respect themselves and the people around them. The martial arts are the vehicle. The transformation is the destination.

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The Big 7 Curriculum

Striking, Clinching, Takedowns, Top Offense, Bottom Offense, Escapes, Gi techniques. A complete system that builds complete fighters.

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Fighting Fifty

50 essential techniques every student masters. Clear progression, clear goals. Your child always knows what they're working toward next.

Samurai Sessions

Award-winning life skills program. Respect, focus, discipline, leadership, goal setting. The changes show up at home, at school, everywhere.

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Kids Camps

Summer, winter, spring, and holiday break camps. Martial arts training, arts, science, and life skills. More than a babysitter, less than boot camp.

Age Groups

The Right Program for Your Child's Age

Ages 5-8

Little Warriors

Introduction to martial arts fundamentals, coordination, and mat behavior. Fun, structured, safe. Your child builds the foundation for a lifetime of confidence and discipline.

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Ages 9-13

Kids MMA

Full Big 7 curriculum, Samurai Sessions, belt progression. This is where your child develops real martial arts skill, discipline, and character.

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Life Skills Program

The Samurai Sessions: Life Skills That Show Up at Home

Every class includes structured life skills training built right into the martial arts instruction. This is not an afterthought. It is the core of what makes our kids program different.

  • Focus and concentration
  • Respect for self and others
  • Goal setting and achievement
  • Anti-bullying and conflict resolution
  • Discipline and perseverance
  • Leadership and teamwork

Parents tell us the changes show up at the dinner table, in school, and on the playground.

"Within a month, my daughter was making her bed without being asked, doing homework before screen time, and standing up to a kid who was picking on her friend at school. I signed her up for martial arts. What I got was a completely different child."

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Parent, Bronx NY
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Samurai Sessions life skills training for kids at Jungle Gym Martial Arts
The Difference

Why Bronx Parents Trust Jungle Gym with Their Kids

  • BJJ Black Belt instruction, not a part-time hobby coach
  • Safe, structured, professional environment
  • Every child gets individual attention
  • First-month money-back guarantee
  • Open 7 days a week
  • Real competition opportunities at the national level
  • We don't just cater to the naturals. If your kid shows up, we coach them.
Beyond Classes

Fill Every Gap in Their Schedule with Something That Matters

After-School

After-School Program

We pick up from local Bronx schools. Full martial arts training. Healthy snacks. Samurai Sessions. Your child gets productive, structured time while you finish your day.

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Summer

Summer Camp

Biology teachers, professional artists, and real MMA fighters. Not your average summer camp. Your child spends the summer growing stronger, smarter, and more confident.

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From Our Parents

Trusted by Hundreds of Bronx Families to Transform Their Kids

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"My kids love it. The coaches know every child by name."

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Cena A.
Parent
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"My son is a different kid. More confident, more focused, more disciplined."

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Liz B.
Parent
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"Best decision I ever made for my family."

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Marlou F.
Parent
Questions Parents Ask

Wondering if This Is Right for Your Kid? Start Here.

What if my child has never done martial arts?

Perfect. Most of our kids started with zero experience. Our coaches are trained to work with beginners and make every child feel welcome from day one.

Is this safe?

Yes. Our kids program is designed with age-appropriate techniques, professional supervision, and safety as the top priority. Protective gear is used during striking drills and all sparring is closely supervised.

What if my kid is shy or doesn't want to go?

That's the most common concern parents have. And it's exactly the kind of kid who benefits the most. Most shy kids are hooked after day one.

What should they wear?

Comfortable athletic clothes. We provide everything else including loaner gis.

What if they don't like it?

First month money-back guarantee. But most kids don't want to stop after their first class.

Free Power Week

Start Your Child's Free Power Week

One full week of unlimited kids martial arts classes, completely free. No contracts. No credit card. First month money-back guarantee. Fill out the form and we will call you within 24 hours to schedule their first class.

  • Unlimited classes for 7 full days
  • The Big 7 curriculum and Samurai Sessions
  • All equipment provided
  • Ages 5-13, all levels welcome
  • First month money-back guarantee

"My son is a different kid. More confident, more focused, more disciplined."

Liz B., Parent

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