Kids Jiu Jitsu
Arizona Combat Sport Kids Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Program
BJJ (Gi)
Monday through Thursdays
4:30-5:30 pm
Boxing
Fridays
4:30 –5:30 pm
What is Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu?
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is an incredible self-defense system based on the principals of technique and leverage, which allows its practitioners to defeat opponents of much greater size and strength. You don’t have to be a big, fast, or young to be an effective fighter. It was made for real street fighting.
Why Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu?
95% of all fights end up on the ground. What if you have to protect yourself against someone who is bigger, stronger, and hits harder than you? If you simply try to exchange punches and kicks you might not stand a chance. What if they muscle you to the ground and start pounding on you? Bad news if you’ve never learned Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, which can effectively defeat an aggressive assailant using ground grappling techniques.
Would it benefit my child?
Absolutely! Jiu-Jitsu, which means “gentle art”, emphasizes the use of technique and leverage. So your child won’t have to rely on size, strength, or speed, while also learning to defend themselves and subdue their opponent in a safe and humane way without having to rely on kicks and punches if not necessary. Your child will develop physical awareness of balance, reflexes, flexibility and coordination, as well as build on the mental aspects of their personality such as self-esteem, discipline, confidence, compassion, and good work ethic. The classes are taught in a positive, fun, and friendly manner, so your child will enjoy learning the art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
About Team GD Jiu-Jitsu
Team GD Jiu-Jitsu is the most active Nova Uniao branch in the United States. At least half of the nearly 200 students are active competitors winning State, National, and International BJJ titles. The GD team has been able to win titles at the AZ State BJJ Championship 4 times and taken top 3 spots at the US Nationals from 2006-2009. Additionally, our competitors have titles in the World’s 2 most prestigious tournaments operated by the IBJJF, the Pan-Ams and World Championships (Mundial). To date, Team GD has secured 8 World Jiu-Jitsu Championship (Mundial) Medals and 38 Pan American Jiu-Jitsu Medals.
About the GD Jiu-Jitsu Kids Team
The GD Jiu-Jitsu Kids Team was started in 2003 in hopes to develop strong Jiu-Jitsu players with Champion potential for the future. The Kids Team competes from 4-6 times a year in their respective age, belt, and weight division. The Kids Team represents the young talent and continued growth of Jiu-Jitsu within Team GD Jiu-Jitsu and Nova Uniao. When competing in state/local events, the name, Team GD Jiu-Jitsu, is used; Nova Uniao is the team name used for IBJJF (national/international) events, helping the team unify with its counterparts located within the US and around the World.
Steve Rosenberg and Gustavo Dantas
Instructors
About Gustavo Dantas
Gustavo Dantas is a 3rd degree Black Belt in BJJ and the Vice-President of the Arizona State Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation. Mr. Dantas has many National and International BJJ titles which includes 3 World Championship medals. He is a certified fitness trainer by APEX and I.S.S.A. and has a Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education. Mr. Dantas has been teaching since 1995.
About Steve Rosenberg
Steve Rosenberg is a Black Belt under Gustavo Dantas. Mr. Rosenberg has been one of the standout competitors from Team GD Jiu-Jitsu since 2004, winning State, National and International titles. On top of his teaching and training responsibilities, Mr. Rosenberg is also a registered E.M.T.
