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re: Jiu Jitsu for kids benefits? Parents with experience.

Posted on 9/9/20 at 9:08 pm to
Posted by lsucoonass
shreveport and east texas
Member since Nov 2003
69713 posts
Posted on 9/9/20 at 9:08 pm to
Older Okinawa style is

In the Older days, you learned how block before you threw punches. It was the same way with TKD before it became an Olympic sport

Much like the older form of Judo, you learned the throws,(tachi waza) groundwork (ne waza) throw and defend strikes.

Sambo snd catch wrestling are great as well
This post was edited on 9/10/20 at 5:15 am
Posted by SenseiBuddy
Ascension Parish
Member since Oct 2005
4742 posts
Posted on 9/9/20 at 9:46 pm to
I taught martial arts for 20+ years and I’ve seen first hand how a kid can transform from innocent child to high moral standards and rock solid capabilities. The level of sportsmanship is very high and skills learned last a lifetime.
Let him try it for a year. If he loves it, don’t let him miss!
Posted by SenseiBuddy
Ascension Parish
Member since Oct 2005
4742 posts
Posted on 9/9/20 at 9:52 pm to
Karate is a very generic term. Some hard styles that kick n punch also have lots of grappling overlap. However lots of karate styles really don’t address ground fighting.
Posted by bayoumuscle21
St. George
Member since Jan 2012
5011 posts
Posted on 9/10/20 at 5:10 am to
Does anyone train BJJ no gee around the St George - Prairieville area? I'd rather the no gee aspect for real life purposes,but really would want to put my kids (when older (1&2)) into it.
Posted by lsucoonass
shreveport and east texas
Member since Nov 2003
69713 posts
Posted on 9/10/20 at 5:17 am to
No gi?

Gi also has real world application considering people do wear long sleeve shirt and pants all the time.

It all depends on if you want to train for sport or self defense I suppose
Posted by TDcline
American Gardens building 11th flor
Member since Aug 2015
9491 posts
Posted on 9/10/20 at 5:38 am to
I’m a BJJ Blue belt. Do it.

I’m 185 pounds and been athletic my entire life. Wrestled, boxed, and was in the USMC.

My first day at BJJ, I got my arse handed to me by a bunch of 140 pound guys.
Posted by tigernnola
NOLA
Member since Sep 2016
3589 posts
Posted on 9/10/20 at 7:54 am to
Not a Ju Jitsu fan, but martial arts for the kids is great. All four of my gang did karate and enjoyed it. Seven may be a year or two early imo, but he will benefit whenever he starts. I started when I was ten with my next door neighbor. He made it his life’s work and has had a dojo for fifty years. The best thing we can do for our kids is expose them to as much as possible. You never know what will stick.
Posted by SmackDaniels
Gulf Breeze, FL
Member since Mar 2007
15383 posts
Posted on 9/10/20 at 7:58 am to
For parents who have girls, don't hesitate to put them in this sport.

BJJ is the great equalizer for sports. Ive seen plenty of boys crying standing there while the girls hand is raised.
Posted by JBrignac
Member since Oct 2017
186 posts
Posted on 9/10/20 at 8:10 am to
Yes. Gracie United on Airline. Call Robbie Gautreaux.
There are several classes specifically for nogi.
Posted by LoveThatMoney
Who knows where?
Member since Jan 2008
12398 posts
Posted on 9/10/20 at 8:10 am to
Any martial art is good for a kid that age from everything I’ve heard. It teaches focus, determination, diligence, discipline, control over one’s body, control over one’s emotions, and it boosts confidence. It is something that I myself would like to take up so I have no issues with my son taking it up. He’s not yet 4 and I tried to get him in but he showed no interest after seeing a video on YouTube. Will try again when he’s older.
Posted by Jake88
Member since Apr 2005
78173 posts
Posted on 9/10/20 at 8:13 am to
My son took karate for three years. I got to watch him flatten 3 kids with an overhand right during sparring at various times. That was fun. Otherwise, I dont know if it helped much.
Posted by BlackAdam
Member since Jan 2016
7050 posts
Posted on 9/10/20 at 9:06 am to
quote:

Does anyone train BJJ no gee around the St George - Prairieville area? I'd rather the no gee aspect for real life purposes,but really would want to put my kids (when older (1&2)) into it.


Nogi is probably less practical for real life. Typically at no gi, guys are wearing moisture whisking rash guards, and are slippery as hell. I get out of positions and submissions in nogi that I should never get out of simply because it gets slippery.

But every gym has a nogi class or two during the week, and it is good for a change of pace. Check with Bayou Jiu Jitsu. They have three great instructors, and the head instructor is a world class competitor.
Posted by TunaTrip
Baton Rouge
Member since Jul 2019
457 posts
Posted on 9/10/20 at 9:06 am to
Thanks to everyone for the feedback. We’ve been to two classes and he loves it so far. Hoping it develops into a passion for him.

The place we’re at is a Gracie United gym that includes Jiu Jitsu & other disciplines of MMA for striking and defense as well.
Posted by lsucoonass
shreveport and east texas
Member since Nov 2003
69713 posts
Posted on 9/10/20 at 9:40 am to
Agreed!
Posted by LoneStarRanger
Texas/Europe
Member since Aug 2018
2404 posts
Posted on 9/10/20 at 10:07 am to
No.

Hollywood is what made people think karate was good

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Kung Fu/Karate etc is quickly being seen like WWE

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Posted by bgbam07
The Red Stick
Member since Oct 2013
207 posts
Posted on 9/23/20 at 7:09 pm to
Bumping this thread.

I see Gracie United BJJ mentioned for kids if you live towards St George/Ascension.

If you live closer in town what’s a good BJJ location for kids?
Posted by Green Chili Tiger
Lurking the Tin Foil Hat Board
Member since Jul 2009
50497 posts
Posted on 9/23/20 at 7:17 pm to
Both of my daughters have been taking Krav Maga for the last 10 years or so and they love it. They started Escrima in 2018 and they're loving that too.
Posted by jmarto1
Houma, LA/ Las Vegas, NV
Member since Mar 2008
38023 posts
Posted on 9/23/20 at 7:27 pm to
BJJ is fantastic especially at a young age. When self defsnse becomes a priority as they mature i would suggest some krav classes. Krav and bjj are two disciplines that apply very well together
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