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No experience needed. Every new family starts with a free private intro with one of our coaches.
Kids jiu jitsu · Ages 5–14 · Manassas, VA
Kids jiu jitsu.
A 45-minute class that blends discipline, athletic development and a core curriculum rooted in self-defense and competition fundamentals, built on one game plan that draws from jiu jitsu, wrestling and judo.
Ages5–14
Class length45 min
Kids GiTue · Thu 5 PM
Sat 10 AM
Sat 10 AM
Monthly$150/mo
Kids Jiu Jitsu at 4D
What happens in class.
Our youth program is built around a versatile game plan that works in the gi, out of the gi and in real life, with a healthy mix of discipline, fundamental athletic movement (and games).
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Move like an athlete
Every class builds fundamental athletic movement, with games mixed in so kids stay switched on.
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Self-defense first
A core curriculum rooted in self-defense and competition fundamentals.
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One game plan
Jiu jitsu, wrestling and judo blended into one approach that works with or without the gi.
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Discipline built in
A healthy mix of discipline in every class, right alongside the games.
Class times
Full schedule
When it runs.
Tuesday
- 5–5:45 PMKids Gi
Thursday
- 5–5:45 PMKids Gi
Friday
- 5–5:45 PMKids Competition Practice No-Gi
Saturday
- 10–10:45 AMKids Gi
Kids Gi runs Tuesday and Thursday after school and Saturday morning. Friday at 5 PM is Kids Competition Practice: 45 minutes of positional sparring and games for kids who want more mat time. All times Eastern · Sunday is rest day.
Who it's for
Is it right for you?
Kids who want more
Friday's youth competition class is pure positional sparring and games for kids ready to test what they're learning.
Younger siblings
Ages 2–6 have their own classes: Mini on Monday and Wednesday, and Parents & Kids on Saturday.
Head coach
Head Coach
Zack Ghalayini
Head coach and curriculum architect at 4D. His approach is shaped by 350+ competitive matches and a deep belief that great coaching meets every student where they are. He's as passionate about a five-year-old's first class as he is about preparing the next world champion.
- Black belt under Ryan Hall
- 350+ competitive matches
- Medaled at a major tournament at every rank, white to black
FAQ
Kids Jiu Jitsu questions.
What age can my child start kids jiu jitsu?
Our Kids class is for ages 5–14. Younger children can start in Mini (ages 3–6) or Parents & Kids (ages 2–5).
Does my child need any experience?
No. Every new student starts with a free private intro with one of our coaches, and we answer any questions you have about jiu jitsu before your child's first class.
Do kids have to compete?
No. Competing is optional. Kids who want serious mat time can add our Friday Kids Competition Practice at 5 PM.
How much do kids jiu jitsu classes cost?
Kids 6 and up are $150 a month and kids 5 and under are $99 a month. Siblings save 5–15% with our family discount. Use the price finder to see your exact total.
Free private intro
Start your first class.
Every new student starts with a free private intro: meet a coach one-on-one, see the gym and get every question answered.
(703) 405-3974
