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Brazil 021 Chicago BJJ Blog: Kids BJJ

Kids BJJ articles.

Every Brazil 021 Chicago article filed under Kids BJJ. Browse the full blog for more beginner guides, kids BJJ advice and academy news.

Parents class flyer, kids and parents train BJJ together at Brazil 021 Chicago
Kids BJJ, Men's Jiu-Jitsu, Women's Jiu-JitsuMarch 11, 2026

Free Parents BJJ Class in Chicago: Families Train Together

Parents stepped on the mat and trained jiu-jitsu with their kids during our Saturday kids classes. No experience or uniform needed.

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Two young students building confidence in kids BJJ, Chicago
Kids BJJ, Mindset, Self-DefenseAugust 31, 2025

How Jiu-Jitsu Builds Confidence in Kids: A Guide for Chicago Parents

Confidence comes from proof, not praise. Here is how jiu-jitsu builds confidence in kids, class by class, and how parents can help it grow at…

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Brazil 021 Chicago BJJ competition team with medals
Kids BJJ, Men's Jiu-Jitsu, Women's Jiu-JitsuAugust 31, 2025

When to Start Competing in Jiu-Jitsu: Signs You’re Ready

There is no required belt to compete in jiu-jitsu. Here are the signs you are ready for your first tournament and how Brazil 021 coaches…

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Brazil 021 Chicago students and black belts
Kids BJJ, Men's Jiu-Jitsu, Women's Jiu-JitsuAugust 31, 2025

What to Bring to BJJ Class: A Beginner Gear Checklist

A short beginner checklist of what to bring to BJJ class, from your first day in athletic clothes to your own gi, rash guard and…

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Kids learning jiu-jitsu with their instructors in Chicago
Kids BJJAugust 31, 2025

Benefits of Jiu-Jitsu for Child Development: A Parent’s Guide

Jiu-jitsu helps kids grow physically, mentally, emotionally and socially at the same time. Here is what each area looks like on the mat, from ages…

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Students drilling BJJ technique at Brazil 021 Chicago
Kids BJJ, Men's Jiu-Jitsu, Women's Jiu-JitsuAugust 31, 2025

5 Essential BJJ Guard Positions for Beginners

Closed guard, half guard, spider, De La Riva and X guard: the five BJJ guard positions every beginner should know, and the order most students…

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Kids after jiu-jitsu training at Brazil 021 Chicago
Kids BJJAugust 31, 2025

Jiu-Jitsu for 4 Year Olds: What Chicago Parents Should Know

Four is a great age to start jiu-jitsu when classes are built around play. Here is what your child gains and what a Kids Class…

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