Ages 3–4
Tiny Champions
Games, balance, listening. A first taste of structure.
Gracie Barra Whittier
Gracie Barra WhittierFree 3-Class Pass · Kids 3–15 · Whittier
Build Confidence. Learn Real Self-Defense.
A structured kids jiu-jitsu program in Whittier, taught by Gracie Barra certified instructors. Your first 3 classes are free.
Free gi rental · No contract · No card on file
- 4.9 ★ 180+ Google reviews
- 250+ Whittier families
- Gracie Barra certified instructors
- 1,000+ schools worldwide since 1986
The free 3-class pass
Three classes. Ten days. Then you decide.
- Claim the passTakes 30 seconds. Your pass unlocks the full class schedule so you can pick a first class.
- Come to 3 classes in 10 daysFree gi rental. You watch every class from the benches by the mat.
- Enroll, or don'tIf it's a fit, our program director walks you through enrollment. If not, there's nothing to cancel.
No contract. No card on file. No pressure.
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Inside the academy
Real students. Real classes.
Every photo on this page was taken on our mat in Whittier. This is what your child's class looks like.
What parents notice
What to watch for by class 3.
They walk in on their own
No hand to hold. They know where to put their shoes.
They listen the first time
“Line up” means line up. It carries home.
They bow, shake hands, look up
Eye contact with adults. It's part of every class.
They ask when the next class is
That's the one you're waiting for. Most parents hear it before the pass is up.
Four programs, grouped by age
The right class for your child's age.
Claim the free pass to see class days and times for your child's group.
Ages 5–6
Little Champions 1
Real technique, taught slowly. This is where the bow and the handshake stick.
Ages 7–9
Little Champions 2
The full Gracie Barra kids curriculum, with partners and live rounds.
Ages 10–15
Juniors
More technique, longer live rounds, real self-defense, and a room of kids their own age.
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The instructors
Who's teaching your child.
- All instructors are Gracie Barra certified.
- Class volunteers help run every kids class.
Professor Phil
Instructor
Black Belt
Alex
Program Director
Black Belt
Reviews
What families say.
“Great staff, my husband and 8 year old son come here.”
“I am happy she has gained more confidence in herself, plus She just won Second place at her first Competition.”
“This place is perfect for all walks of life young and old, you learn self defense, respect and discipline all while getting an amazing work out.”
“Gracie Barra Whittier has a lot to offer. From its world class instruction and dedicated staff and coaches... But what really makes Gracie Barra Whittier special is the family environment.”
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What a class looks like
An hour, in the same order every time.
Kids relax when they know what's coming. Every class follows this shape. Tiny Champions runs shorter.
- 1Bow in
Line up, bow, shake the instructor's hand. Kids call them Professor.
- 2Warm-up games
Running, rolling, animal walks. They don't notice it's exercise.
- 3Technique
One move, shown slowly, then practiced with a partner.
- 4Water break
- 5Technique two
A second move that builds on the first.
- 6Water break
- 7Live rounds
Controlled and supervised. The part they talk about in the car.
- 8A game, if time allows
- 9Bow out
Handshake, eye contact, “thank you, Professor.”
Questions parents ask
Safe and structured, from age 3.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is grappling: balance, leverage and control. Kids learn to stay calm and think, with an instructor on the mat the entire class.
Is it safe for a 3-year-old?
Yes. We start at age 3. Tiny Champions is built around games, balance and listening, an instructor is on the mat the whole time, and classes are kept small enough to see every kid.
What if my child is shy or won't participate?
They can sit on the edge of the mat and watch for as long as they need. Nobody gets pulled in. Most kids are on the mat by the end of class 1; the rest usually join by class 2. That's why the pass is three classes.
What if my child has never done a sport?
That's most of our younger students. At 3, 5 or 7, many kids have never been in an organized class where they're expected to listen and take part. For a lot of families, this is the first one. Class starts with games, not drills, and nobody is compared to anybody else.
Is it a good fit for a girl?
Yes. Girls train in every one of our kids classes, and technique beats size in jiu-jitsu. That's the whole point of it.
What if we can't fit three classes into ten days?
Tell us and we'll issue a second 3-class pass. The ten days are there so the classes are close enough together to build on each other, not to rush you.
What do they wear to the first class?
Shorts and a T-shirt. We lend them a gi (the uniform) for free for all three classes. Bring a water bottle.
Do I stay and watch?
Please do. Parents watch every class from the benches along the mat. You'll see everything without being on the floor.
What happens after the three classes?
You decide. If your child wants to keep going, our program director walks you through enrollment. Kids memberships run $140 to $200 a month, no long-term contract, cancel anytime. If not, there's nothing to cancel. No contract and no card on file during the pass.
Where we are
On Whittier Blvd, in Whittier.
One academy, one address. Come by during open hours and we'll show you the mat.
Address
13595 Whittier Blvd #104
Whittier, CA 90605
Hours
- Mon – Thu
- 11 AM – 9 PM
- Fri
- 4 – 8 PM
- Sat
- 10 AM – 2 PM
- Sun
- Closed
Serving
Whittier, La Habra, La Mirada, Pico Rivera
Free 3-class pass
Your first 3 classes are free.
Free gi rental. No contract. Ten days to see it for yourself.
Rather talk to a person? (562) 640-1400