Is Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Good for Your Child?
Why kids should do Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu?!
With the advent of social media, bullying has taken on a whole new meaning, according to Gleidson “PONEY” Cutis, founder and lead at Fighteria, Wimberley, TX. 80% of school-age children experience bullying, the large majority of it happens online. The world is changing, and we must evolve together. Fighteria looks to provide children with the tools necessary to overcome bullying safely.
To help combat the problem we teach young kids how to deal with bullying in all forms. Fighteria has implemented the “Bullyproof BJJ Program”. Designed by our knowledgeable staff with over 50 years combined experience in martial arts. Together we are responsible for the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Kids Program. Our aim is to teach children the beginning stages of combat, as well as the internal mechanics of achievement.
Our ‘Bullyproof’ program is designed to be effective, our focus is on Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu as the main form of martial arts. Brazilian Jiu jitsu has been proven time and time again as being the most effective martial arts for safely subduing an opponent. The main goal of our program is to focus on the big picture. We address more than self-defense. Our students will learn self-confidence, self-esteem, respect, self-control, and positive character development based off of foundational values. We believe children can develop a strong identity through challenging themselves and finding what they are capable of. Considering the bullying epidemic that exists in our world today it’s important we strengthen our children not just physically, but mentally as well. In today’s high-tech world, bullying happens online so the old methods of dealing with bullying no longer apply.
Fighteria has a mission to help every student develop a strong identity of who they are through Christian fundamentals, we believe Jesus taught us peaceful ways to handle our problems, with the use of force being the final option.
Bullyproof classes include a variety of games that utilize movement designed to build the foundation of combative techniques. Students also taught the importance of strong personal values. They need to understand that Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is much more than just a sport, its way of life. If they understand how to be a good person on the mat, they will learn to be an effective person in the world. Increasing their chances at dealing with life’s struggles.
Every child needs to learn how to stand up for themselves, even when they are afraid. We see so many kids that go through our program become braver, and more courageous. So, you know what we are doing here is working. These skills will be invaluable throughout your child’s life.
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu was created by the late Grand Master Helio Gracie over 80 years ago. Professor Gleidson PoneY started Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu at age 11 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. I trained under master LEANDRO GOULART. I moved to Texas on 2015 to teach Martial Arts School in San Antonio. I founded Fighteria in January of 2019. In the beginning of 2020, we moved to Wimberley for a bigger location, providing classes for all ages. We provide Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, kickboxing, MMA, boxing, NOGI submission Jiu Jitsu, and Strength & Conditioning programs.
Fighteria is located at 10330 Ranch Road 12, Wimberley – Tx, 78676. Our “Bullyproof BJJ” classes are held from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday for kids 4 years and above. We have multiple coaches on the mat (3,000 Sqft) making sure our kids receive high quality training, in a safe environment.
The school is currently offering a 2x day free trial for the “Bullyproof BJJ” classes. For more information, visit www.fighteriatx.com/kids-martial-arts-classes or give us a call at (512) 722.3751.
See you on the mats.
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by Gleidson “PoneY” Cutis
Founder/Headcoach
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