Little Champs - Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Northwest Arkansas | Centerton, AR
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Little Champs · Bentonville and Centerton, AR

More focus.
More confidence.
One class at a time.

Purposeful play that helps children practice listening, cooperation, and confidence while learning the foundations of jiu-jitsu.

Children ages 5–7

Age groupAges 5–7
Learning styleGracie Games and guided practice
FocusConfidence, control, cooperation

The experience

Play with purpose.
Progress with care.

Little Champs introduces children to the mat through engaging Gracie Games. The activities build familiarity with leverage and control while helping students practice being part of a class.

Listening and focus

Children practice paying attention to instructions, taking turns, and staying engaged with a shared activity.

Respect and cooperation

Partner activities create opportunities to be considerate, work together, and use controlled movement.

Growing confidence

A welcoming coach and manageable challenges help children build comfort through participation and repetition.

What to expect

A warm welcome.
A purposeful class.

We’ll help you understand the process before you begin.

  1. Settle into the space

    Meet the instructor and help your child understand what to expect before class.

  2. Learn through games

    The coach leads age-appropriate activities that introduce jiu-jitsu concepts and cooperation.

  3. Check in afterward

    Share what your child enjoyed and ask the coach about placement and the next class.

Good questions. Clear answers.

A few things
you might be wondering.

Is this a striking class?

Little Champs uses Gracie Games and controlled jiu-jitsu activities. The emphasis is on cooperation, leverage, and confidence.

What if my child is shy?

Let us know before the visit. Meeting the coach and seeing the environment can help a child become comfortable.

Where can I see class times?

The schedule page displays our live Gymdesk calendar. Select Little Champs when choosing a class for your child.

A little curiosity.
A meaningful first step.

Experience the school with a 10-day free trial.